Hill was involved in a big controversy during the Xfinity race at Indianapolis, where he deliberately rear-right hooked Almirola in an act of retaliation. He was handed a five-lap penalty during the race. However, NASCAR handed him a one-race suspension later in the week, which kept him out of the race at Iowa.

NASCAR officials have granted a waiver to Austin Hill, officials confirmed to NASCAR.com Tuesday night, allowing the No. 21 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet driver to remain eligible for the Xfinity Series Playoffs despite missing last weekend’s race at Iowa Speedway.

Well, NASCAR fans’ drama has struck the Xfinity Series once again. A new chapter in the Austin Hill saga has taken yet another wild turn, and honestly, it’s the kind of drama you couldn’t script if you tried.

NASCAR has made a final decision on the playoff eligibility of Austin Hill. Hill missed last week’s race at Iowa as a result of a suspension. But the governing body has granted Hill a waiver, allowing the No.

Aric Almirola and Austin Hill collided in a controversial crash during Saturday's Xfinity race at Indy. Hill was issued a five-lap penalty.

NASCAR has suspended Austin Hill for one Xfinity Series race for intentionally crashing Aric Almirola at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Hill, tied for second in the series with three wins and considered a championship favorite, will miss Saturday's race at Iowa Speedway.

NASCAR confirms Austin Hill remains playoff-eligible despite suspension, but he’ll lose all playoff points in a major setback.