Kevin Harvick Brands Connor Zilisch “Bullet-Tough” After Freak WGI Victory Lane Accident

NASCAR legend Kevin Harvick insisted that Connor Zilisch's Watkins Glen incident will only make him tougher.

Kevin Harvick Brands Connor Zilisch “Bullet-Tough” After Freak WGI Victory Lane Accident

Kevin Harvick and Connor Zilisch (images via IMAGO)

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Trackhouse Racing star Connor Zilisch‘s weekend at Watkins Glen was bitter sweet. The 19-year-old dominated the Xfinity Series race on Saturday. However, he got injured after he shockingly fell on the ground while getting out of the car. Now, NASCAR legend Kevin Harvick has insisted that the incident will only make the rising star stronger.

Zilisch was getting out of his Chevrolet in Victory Lane when he fell on his back. The Trackhouse Racing star collapsed and was taken to the medical center straightaway. Connor Zilisch later revealed that he was okay, but he had broken his collarbone due to the incident. This in turn forced him to miss the Cup race for Trackhouse the following day.

Kevin Harvick asserted that the 19-year-old was going to become completely bullet-tough in NASCAR. He pointed out that just in one day he had suffered from so much, be it the high of winning the race, or hitting the rock bottom with an embarrassing injury. Harvick made it clear that Connor Zilisch was a born winner and will continue to achieve a lot more success in the field over the years.

This kid is going to be bullet-tough when he is done with all the things that he’s had to deal with, whether it’s his back, falling in Victory Lane, and just learning on the fly and having bunch of success. This kid’s a stud. He’s a winner and he’s going to continue to win.

Kevin Harvick said on Happy Hour podcast.

Kevin Harvick expresses concerns over Connor Zilisch

Kevin Harvick is not someone who will just sit back and watch things happen. The NASCAR veteran has years of experience that makes him understand what might be good for a driver like Connor Zilisch particularly in such situations. Harvick revealed that he went to Zilisch’s father soon after the incident.

Connor Zilisch (via The Tennessean)
Connor Zilisch (via The Tennessean)

The former Cup Series champion made it clear that the family must make sure the 19-year-old is taking care of himself and healing. Kevin Harvick further said that once Connor Zilisch gets into a Cup car, he could be unstoppable, albeit he first needs to recover. He made it clear that nothing will work out for the Trackhouse Racing star if he doesn’t recover to 100% before making it back to the field.

You got to make sure they take care of him first and not get in a hurry. Make sure he heals correctly, because he’s going to be a winner when he comes and gets into that Cup car. The most important thing is to not rush it because you’re chasing a regular-season Points Championship or an Xfinity Championship. Just make sure that he’s 100 percent.’

Kevin Harvick explained.

The NASCAR legend doubled down on the need for proper recovery for the 19-year-old. Kevin Harvick admitted that this was now his main concern for Zilisch. As the Trackhouse Racing star must be willing to take his time to get back into shape.

My main concern for Connor at this point is to make sure Connor is 100 percent, because he can take his time in making sure it’s right is my only thing.

Kevin Harvick added.

Connor Zilisch has had an outstanding campaign this year with six Xfinity wins. However, this incident has put brakes on his run for the time being. It is unclear when the Trackhouse Racing star will return to the field. However, considering the words from Kevin Harvick, it would be better if Zilisch misses a couple of races to be fully fit to get back into the cockpit soon.

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