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“RCR’s Got All Hands on Deck” – Austin Dillon on his Second Consecutive Top 5 Finish

Published 09/13/2020, 8:30 AM EDT

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After the Federated Auto Parts 400 at the Richmond Raceway, Austin Dillon finished in 4th place. This makes it his second consecutive Top 5 finish after he grabbed 2nd at Darlington.

According to him, he and the team steadily improved and the group worked hard to get where they are now. He said, “RCR’s got all hands on deck. Everything’s good, and I’ve had confidence in myself in my entire career. I’ve been through some ups and downs, kinda weathered the storm.”

Dillon believes that if he is ever given something to work on, he can perform well. He insists that he is still brimming in confidence, but he is really thrilled to have a fast car under him.

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What else did Austin Dillon say?

The 30-year old truly believes that when he has the opportunity, he and the team can step up to the plate. He applauded the team for being able to adapt, even though they are not quite used to being at the front.

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According to Austin Dillon, if he and the team get more opportunities among the leaders, they will be more comfortable. At the same time, their confidence will begin to grow in spades.

Soon it will get to a stage where they will expect to be fighting up front. So the onus will be on him to maintain that calibre of racing.

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The Richard Childress Racing driver acknowledged that there is always another level and that is what he and the team are aspiring to. Now, he will be looking forward to racing at the Bristol Motor Speedway in the coming weekend.

He has three wins to his name, including one at the Texas Motor Speedway. Coming to his Bristol form, he has had a best finish of 4th. So, he will be aiming to go higher next weekend.

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