May 17, 2022 · The chopped-off school buses iconic to watermelon farming are where Chastain got some of his first fast-driving experience. The watermelons picked on Chastain’s family operation are moved quickly from field to packing house in the conveyances before leaving for big-city stores via semi-truck.

True to his roots, Chastain smashed a watermelon on the track as a final victory celebration. [51] In a post-race media conference, he admitted to getting emotional in the closing laps of the race due to the gravity of the win. [ 52 ]

Driver of the #1 Camaro in the NASCAR Cup Series for Trackhouse Racing. Ross grew up working on his family’s farm when he wasn’t racing local short tracks. Ross speaks on a number of topics he is passionate about. Book him today! ©2024 Ross Chastain. All right reserved.

Ross Chastain is an eighth-generation watermelon farmer and professional race car driver who competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series. Nicknamed “The Watermelon Man,” “Melon Man,” and “NASCAR’s Busiest Driver,” Ross’ signature move is smashing a watermelon from the top of his car at the end of a winning race – and lately ...

Mar 29, 2022 · In his 121st career start, Chastain finally got to climb atop a Cup car and spike a watermelon from the roof of his Chevrolet in victory celebration. The 29-year-old then snagged a chunk of broken watermelon off the Circuit of the Americas asphalt and took a hearty bite.

Apr 1, 2022 · Ross Chastain is the latest driver to snag his first Cup Series win after a thrilling overtime finish at the Circuit of the Americas, edging past Bowman and A.J. Allmendinger in...

Sep 7, 2022 · One of the most famous figures in NASCAR right now is the Watermelon Man himself, Ross Chastain. But why exactly is he called that? At the series premiere event for “Race For The Championship,” Chastain told USA Insider about how his viral watermelon-smashing tradition came to be.

Jun 27, 2024 · Celebrating victories by smashing a watermelon has become a hallmark of Ross Chastain’s NASCAR career, symbolizing both his agricultural roots and his relentless drive for success on the track. This unique and evocative celebration began in 2018 during his triumph in the Xfinity Series at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

Jun 16, 2022 · Ross Chastain commemorates his first career Cup win with a unique celebration involving watermelon. It might look gross to you, but he says the watermelon never tastes so sweet.

Ross Chastain is an eighth generation watermelon farmer from Alva, Florida. His family has been involved in the agriculture industry for over a century. Growing up, he was either helping around the farm or racing at local short tracks.