Chase Elliott remains one of NASCAR’s most beloved figures, with seven straight Most Popular Driver awards to prove it. While Austin Dillon often faces criticism for riding under his grandfather Richard Childress’ banner,

Chase Elliott received a penalty from NASCAR on his first pit stop before crashing out at Richmond and explaining what happened from his perspective.

Chase Elliott wrecked in a multi-car crash midway through the NASCAR Richmond race and won't finish for the first time this season.