Ross Chastain is an 8th generation watermelon farmer and current driver of the No. 1 Chevrolet in the NASCAR Cup Series. Hailing from Florida, Chastian has accumulated 13 wins in NASCAR’s top three divisions including his first crown jewel in the Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Chastain is known for his blue‑collar approach and humble demeanor. In 2022, Chastain completed the famed "Hail Melon," the most viral moment in NASCAR history, and finished second in the championship points standings. Chastain is a passionate advocate for highway safety and created the Protect Your Melon and Use Your Melon campaigns to educate motorists on the importance of wearing seatbelts, driving sober and not driving distracted. He currently works with over ten highway safety offices to leverage his platform to save lives across the country.