Zane Smith slammed Carson Ho Hocevar over a collision that occurred at Chicagoland Speedway, airing the confrontation on the “Bussin with the Boys” podcast.
Smith’s blunt assessment
During the discussion, Smith called the former Spire teammate “Bumf***” after reviewing a picture of Ho Hocevar on the mic. He criticised the driver’s attitude, saying Ho Hocevar “tries to talk to you after saying ‘I don’t talk to anybody out there’ – full of bullshit.” Smith added that Ho Hocevar acts friendly on social media but behaves differently on the track.
Smith recounted a 2024 Iowa incident in which he spun Ho Hocevar, claiming the move forced both cars into a “bad spot” and lost valuable lap time. He further noted that Ho Hocevar would wave “sorry” in person after the wreck while posting defiant messages online.
Fan reaction and teammate input
Smith mentioned the backlash from Ho Hocevar’s growing fan base, likening them to “keyboard warriors” and accusing them of “hiding behind social media.” He stated, “Pretty much.” The conversation was bookended by 23XI Racing’s Riley Herbst, who joined the podcast to discuss the incident.
On the track, the two former Spire Drivers collided again at Chicagoland, forcing Smith into a wall and highlighting ongoing tension between them.
Implications for the Cup season
With Cup races on the horizon, the escalating dispute could influence on‑track dynamics and team strategies. Both drivers, currently competing for different teams, have navigated past incidents that may affect their race day performances.
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