Tony Stewart’s Champ’s Smug Comment Potentially Digging His Championship Grave as AJ Allmendinger Drops Veiled Warning

The drama between Cole Custer and AJ Allmendinger took an interesting turn this weekend, one that could have big implications as the championship battle heats up. After the two drivers tangled on track, it was clear that Allmendinger wasn't thrilled with Custer's actions. As reported by Jordan Bianchi, Allmendinger was furious in the aftermath, venting with a heated outburst: "It's f—–. God——. We're destroyed." But while AJ's initial reaction showed his frustration, his follow-up comments hinted at something even more intriguing.

When Custer made a smug comment that AJ had wrecked himself in the incident, AJ's response was calm, almost ominously so. With a shrug, he simply said, "Can't wait to get to Phoenix." That line might seem harmless on the surface, but for anyone following closely, it carries a whole lot of weight.

AJ Allmendinger is already locked into the Championship 4, which means he doesn't have much to lose at Phoenix. But Cole Custer? He's still fighting to secure his spot. If Custer manages to make it into the final championship showdown, he might find himself facing a new problem. Allmendinger could be lying in wait, a potential roadblock that Custer created by provoking him in the heat of competition.

With one small shove on the track and a smug comment, Custer might have made an enemy in the worst possible place. Allmendinger's "Can't wait to get to Phoenix" might be more than just a comment—it could be a veiled warning. If he decides to make things difficult for Custer, he could jeopardize Custer's championship chances in a heartbeat.

As Phoenix looms on the horizon, Custer may be left wondering if his path to the title just got a lot more complicated. In NASCAR, rivalries are inevitable, but sometimes they cost more than a single race. This one might just cost Custer a championship.