In a historic moment for the NASCAR Xfinity Series, Austin Hill has officially rewritten the record books, surpassing Dale Earnhardt Jr. for the most laps led on drafting tracks in series history. With 692 laps led, Hill now stands alone at the top of a list filled with some of the greatest names in NASCAR history.
The Elite Company He Joins
Hill’s new record moves him ahead of some of the most dominant drivers in superspeedway racing:
1. Austin Hill – 692 laps led
2. Dale Earnhardt Jr. – 691 laps led
3. Dale Earnhardt – 573 laps led
4. Kyle Busch – 464 laps led
5. Joe Nemechek – 418 laps led
To put this achievement into perspective, Dale Earnhardt Sr.—widely regarded as one of the greatest superspeedway racers of all time—sits in third place with 573 laps led. Hill has also outpaced legends like Kyle Busch and Joe Nemechek, further solidifying his reputation as a superspeedway master in the Xfinity Series.
Austin Hill: The New Superspeedway King?
Hill’s dominance on drafting tracks—such as Daytona, Talladega, and Atlanta—has been no fluke. Since joining the Xfinity Series full-time, Hill has showcased an uncanny ability to control the draft, manage the pack, and make clutch moves when it matters most.
His record-breaking lap came at Atlanta Motor Speedway, a track where Hill has already proven to be a force. With multiple wins and a reputation for aggressive yet calculated superspeedway racing, he has now cemented his legacy among the greats.
What’s Next for Hill?
While setting records is impressive, Austin Hill isn’t done yet. His ability to lead at drafting tracks suggests that more wins and even more laps led are on the horizon. With races at Talladega and Daytona still ahead, he has a chance to push his record even further out of reach.
For now, Hill can take a moment to celebrate—ahead of two Earnhardts, a Busch, and a Nemechek, he officially reigns supreme on drafting tracks in Xfinity Series history.
