The NASCAR community is mourning the unexpected loss of Zachary Yager, a dedicated pit crew member who worked across multiple national series since 2014. Yager, originally from upstate New York, contributed as a jackman, tire carrier, and fueler for teams like Richard Childress Racing, Team Penske, RFK Racing, ThorSport Racing, and was part of the 2023 Daytona 500-winning crew with Ricky Stenhouse Jr.
Yager was employed this season by Elite Race Services, supporting RSS Racing in the Xfinity Series and ThorSport in the Truck Series. Colleagues describe him as a “utility knife” for his versatility and commitment. Elite Race Services and ThorSport Racing released heartfelt statements remembering his impact and expressing condolences to his family and the NASCAR community. Details on the cause of his passing have not been made public; Yager was reported missing a week before the announcement.
Join us as we honor Zachary Yager’s remarkable NASCAR journey, his achievements, and the outpouring of tributes from the motorsports world.
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