Sources: 
Dale Earnhardt Jr. will take on the role of crew chief for Connor Zilisch at Pocono Raceway this weekend, stepping in due to a penalty that has sidelined Zilisch’s regular crew chief.
The NASCAR Xfinity Series schedule includes a 55-minute practice session starting at 10 a.m., immediately followed by qualifying to set the lineup for the 100-lap race, which will begin at 3:40 p.m.
In addition to the Xfinity events, the Cup Series will hold nearly an hour of practice starting at 12:35 p.m., split into two 25-minute sessions, with qualifying at 1:45 p.m. to determine the starting order for Sunday’s 160-lap race.
"Dale Earnhardt Jr. will be the crew chief for Connor Zilisch as Zilisch’s regular crew chief sits out due to a penalty," highlighting the significance of Earnhardt Jr.'s involvement.
The extensive on-track action at Pocono Raceway promises an exciting day for NASCAR fans, with over seven hours of racing activities scheduled across both series.
"Pocono Raceway will feature more than seven hours of on-track action Saturday for the NASCAR Xfinity and Cup series," underscoring the event's scale.
Earnhardt Jr.'s experience and leadership are expected to provide a boost to Zilisch's performance during this critical weekend.
The combination of practice, qualifying, and race events across both series ensures a packed schedule for teams and spectators alike.
Sources: Dale Earnhardt Jr. steps in as crew chief for Connor Zilisch at Pocono Raceway, filling in due to a penalty sidelining Zilisch’s regular crew chief. The NASCAR Xfinity Series features a 55-minute practice and qualifying ahead of the 100-lap race, with Cup Series events also scheduled.
