Tyler Ankrum's championship aspirations in the 2026 NASCAR Truck Series came to an end following an incident at Talladega, according to reports. The driver of the No. 18 truck saw his title dreams dashed during the playoff race.
The championship race at Phoenix Raceway on October 31, 2025, saw a multi-truck crash involving Ankrum along with Grant Enfinger (No. 9), Cole Butcher (No. 62), and Tanner Gray (No. 15). The incident occurred during the NASCAR Truck Series Championship race at the Arizona venue.
Ankrum entered the Phoenix finale with championship hopes alive, but the crash effectively ended his bid for the 2026 title. The race marked the conclusion of the Truck Series playoff season.
