Connor Zilisch couldn’t say ‘no’ to a Cup ride at Hendrick Motorsports

Loyalty means a great deal to Connor Zilisch but this is Hendrick Motorsports. The 20-year-old is trudging along through a challenging Cup Series rookie season with Trackhouse Racing but already knows where he is going after that first contract expires after next season -- the No. 48 Ally Chevrolet. It is a unique scen

NASCAR rookie Connor Zilisch will join Hendrick Motorsports in 2028  USA Today

Connor Zilisch Gets NASCAR’s Golden Ticket To Hendrick’s No. 48  Forbes

Connor Zilisch to drive the No. 48 Chevy for Hendrick Motorsports beginning in 2028  Toronto Star

The long-anticipated deal is now official, with Zilisch stepping into Alex Bowman's No. 48 car after the 2027 season, Bowman's last.