KENNINGTON CAPS SEASON WITH PODIUM FINISH AT DELAWARE
September 14, 2026. DJ Kennington added another impressive chapter to his remarkable story at Delaware Speedway on Saturday, charging to a third-place finish in the NASCAR Canada Series season finale driving the #51 Castrol Dodge.
The Delaware event marked Kennington’s first race since joining forces with Rick Ware Racing, and the new partnership got off to a stellar start.
Kennington entered the 200-lap event with an impressive history at the famed half-mile oval, having scored five victories in the previous 14 NASCAR Canada Series events at the track.
The weekend did not begin exactly as planned. Kennington was not satisfied with the performance of the Castrol Dodge following practice, prompting the team to make significant changes ahead of qualifying. The adjustments paid dividends, with Kennington qualifying seventh for the season finale.
Once the green flag dropped, Kennington immediately began moving forward. He had climbed into the top three by lap 15 and continued to race at the front of the field. On lap 54, Kennington took the lead for the first time and would lead on two separate occasions during the afternoon.
Kennington remained a factor among the leaders throughout the 200 laps, positioning himself for a strong finish. Following a late restart, he pushed the Castrol Dodge hard but came up just short of another Delaware victory, crossing the finish line in third place.
The podium result marked Kennington’s 12th podium finish in 15 NASCAR Canada Series starts, an astonishing level of consistency.
“We weren't very good after practice, but the Castrol Team did a great job making changes,” said Kennington. “I knew after qualifying I had a car that I could race, and we showed that. We were a little bit tight on the short run and didn't quite have enough after that late restart.
“It’s a great start for this new partnership with Rick Ware Racing, and I have to say thank you to all the fans. Hearing those cheers during introductions is special. This is home.”
Kennington’s third-place finish provided a strong conclusion to the NASCAR Canada season and an encouraging first result for the new Castrol and Rick Ware Racing partnership.
TV & Live Streaming
Race fans can watch a replay of the NTN BCA 200 on TSN, date and time TBD
September 14, 2026. DJ Kennington added another impressive chapter to his remarkable story at Delaware Speedway on Saturday, charging to a third-place finish in the NASCAR Canada Series season finale driving the #51 Castrol Dodge.
The Delaware event marked Kennington’s first race since joining forces with Rick Ware Racing, and the new partnership got off to a stellar start.
Kennington entered the 200-lap event with an impressive history at the famed half-mile oval, having scored five victories in the previous 14 NASCAR Canada Series events at the track.
The weekend did not begin exactly as planned. Kennington was not satisfied with the performance of the Castrol Dodge following practice, prompting the team to make significant changes ahead of qualifying. The adjustments paid dividends, with Kennington qualifying seventh for the season finale.
Once the green flag dropped, Kennington immediately began moving forward. He had climbed into the top three by lap 15 and continued to race at the front of the field. On lap 54, Kennington took the lead for the first time and would lead on two separate occasions during the afternoon.
Kennington remained a factor among the leaders throughout the 200 laps, positioning himself for a strong finish. Following a late restart, he pushed the Castrol Dodge hard but came up just short of another Delaware victory, crossing the finish line in third place.
The podium result marked Kennington’s 12th podium finish in 15 NASCAR Canada Series starts, an astonishing level of consistency.
“We weren't very good after practice, but the Castrol Team did a great job making changes,” said Kennington. “I knew after qualifying I had a car that I could race, and we showed that. We were a little bit tight on the short run and didn't quite have enough after that late restart.
“It’s a great start for this new partnership with Rick Ware Racing, and I have to say thank you to all the fans. Hearing those cheers during introductions is special. This is home.”
Kennington’s third-place finish provided a strong conclusion to the NASCAR Canada season and an encouraging first result for the new Castrol and Rick Ware Racing partnership.
TV & Live Streaming
Race fans can watch a replay of the NTN BCA 200 on TSN, date and time TBD
