Connor Zilisch has been praised by his rival after his impressive victory in the Sonoma Xfinity race. Shane van Gisbergen hailed rising NASCAR star Connor Zilisch for his composure and defensive driving after their thrilling battle in Saturday’s Xfinity Series race at Sonoma.

Shane van Gisbergen had a message for Connor Zilisch after winning the NASCAR Cup Series Sonoma race on Sunday. While speaking to reporters during his post-race press conference, van Gisbergen was asked what he was going to say to Zilisch when he talks to him.

Shane van Gisbergen gave it everything he had, but Connor Zilisch was able to hang onto the lead and take the win in a thrilling finish to Saturday's NASCAR Xfinity race at Sonoma Raceway.