Chase Elliott accepts blame for the crash with Christopher Bell at Michigan International Speedway on June 7.
The incident occurred when Elliott wiggled in Turn 3 and bumped Bell up the track, sending Bell into the outside wall.
What happened?
Elliott walked over to Bell after the crash and put his hand on Bell's back, showing concern for his fellow driver.
The crash was so severe that it stopped the race for 20 minutes to repair the damaged barrier.
Elliott immediately took responsibility for the crash, stating it was "totally my fault".
Why it matters for Chase Elliott
The crash is a significant setback for Elliott, who was trying to make use of his fresh tires to gain an advantage.
Elliott was hoping to at least get to second place, but the crash ruined his chances.
The incident also raises concerns about Elliott's ability to navigate tight spaces on the track.
What comes next?
Elliott will have to regroup and focus on his next race, the Toyota / Save Mart 350 on June 28.
He will face stiff competition from other drivers, including those who have been performing well in recent races.
Elliott's team will also have to work on repairing and fine-tuning his car to ensure it is ready for the next race.
And with the NASCAR Cup Series Race at Chicagoland coming up on July 5, Elliott will have to be at the top of his game.
But for now, Elliott is focused on learning from his mistake and moving forward.
So he will have to wait and see how the next race plays out.
The Quaker State 400 Available at Walmart on July 12 will be another challenge for Elliott.