Milton Woman Wins Race to the Finish Week 9 as Connor Zilisch Takes Bristol Victory

Zilisch earns first career win at Bristol Motor Speedway, his 12th career victory overall.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 5:25am

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An abstract, expressionist painting in neon colors depicting the blurred motion and energy of a NASCAR race, with the No. 1 car of driver Connor Zilisch as the central focus.Connor Zilisch's first career victory at Bristol Motor Speedway marks a breakthrough moment for the young NASCAR driver.Mobile Today

Connor Zilisch, driving the No. 1 Chevrolet, picked up his first win of the 2026 season on Saturday at Bristol Motor Speedway. The victory marked Zilisch's first career win at the historic Bristol track and the 12th trip to victory lane in his career.

Why it matters

The Race to the Finish competition has generated significant interest and fan engagement, with viewers attempting to correctly predict race winners each week. Zilisch's victory at Bristol, one of NASCAR's most iconic venues, is an important milestone in his young career.

The details

Zilisch led a total of 175 laps en route to the victory at Bristol, showcasing his skill and dominance throughout the race. The win also marks the first of the season for Zilisch, who has emerged as one of the top young talents in the sport.

  • The race took place on Saturday, April 12, 2026 at Bristol Motor Speedway.

The players

Connor Zilisch

A rising star in NASCAR, Zilisch picked up his first win of the 2026 season and the 12th victory of his career.

Milton Woman

One of five people who correctly predicted Zilisch's victory in the Race to the Finish Week 9 competition.

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What they’re saying

“Winning at Bristol has always been a dream of mine, and to finally accomplish that feat is incredibly special. The team gave me a great car all weekend, and I'm grateful to have been able to bring home the victory.”

— Connor Zilisch, NASCAR Driver

What’s next

Zilisch will look to build on his Bristol victory as the 2026 NASCAR season continues, with the next race scheduled for April 26th at Talladega Superspeedway.

The takeaway

Connor Zilisch's first career win at Bristol Motor Speedway is a significant milestone in his young NASCAR career, showcasing his talent and potential as one of the sport's rising stars.