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Tyler Reddick won the NASCAR Cup Series race at Circuit of The Americas, becoming the first driver to open a Cup season with three consecutive victories. 23XI Racing also became the first team since 1963 to win the opening three races. Shane van Gisbergen finished second, with Christopher Bell, Ty Gibbs and Michael McDowell making up the top five; the series moves to Phoenix Raceway next.
Tyler Reddick and 23XI Racing sit 2-for-2 to start the Cup Series as EchoPark sets up a road-course run at Circuit of The Americas. The weekend produced a shakeup: Chase Briscoe charged from 34th to 2nd, Carson Hocevar rallied to 4th, and Zane Smith finished 7th; meanwhile Kyle Larson (32nd), Ricky Stenhouse Jr. (36th) and Ty Gibbs (37th) endured rough outings that tighten the early standings ahead of the COTA race.
Tyler Reddick outlasted a wreck-filled Daytona 500 to give 23XI Racing its first Daytona 500 victory, aided by a late push as rivals crashed at the finish. Chase Elliott led late but couldn’t seal the win, while Keselowski recovered from a leg injury to finish in the top five. The circuit now heads to Atlanta Motor Speedway for the next race.
Half the Daytona 500 field was wiped out by a massive wreck on Lap 124 when Justin Allgaier bumped Denny Hamlin, triggering chaos that eliminated 17 cars; Bubba Wallace inherited the stage lead, while Chase Elliott looked set to win before the crash ended his bid.
Denny Hamlin expressed his shock and disappointment after narrowly missing out on the NASCAR Cup Series championship at Phoenix Raceway, highlighting his team's strong effort, the unpredictable tire issues, and the emotional toll of the race's outcome.
Chase Elliott, the points leader in the NASCAR Cup Series, is aiming for his first victory at the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, a race that holds personal significance for him as the son of a former winner. Currently leading the standings and seeking to secure more playoff points, Elliott is motivated to capitalize on his momentum and achieve his long-standing goal of winning at the iconic track.
Chase Elliott, a popular NASCAR driver from Georgia, celebrated a significant victory at Atlanta, ending a winless streak and energizing his fans with a wild race finish. The win, aided by teammate Alex Bowman, was a highlight in his season, boosting his confidence and playoff hopes, and was especially meaningful given his local roots and recent challenges.
Pocono Raceway has sold out the NASCAR Cup Series race for the third year in a row, setting attendance records with fans from all over the world, and expanding camping options, making it the largest crowd since 2010.
NASCAR Cup Series drivers faced a unique challenge at Bristol Motor Speedway as high tire wear led to blown tires and cording, resulting in a race that required strategic tire management. Despite the unusual circumstances, most drivers found the experience enjoyable, likening it to grassroots short-track racing and emphasizing the need for smart driving. While some praised the race's excitement and the need for tire conservation, others, like Kyle Larson, expressed concerns about the excessive tire wear and the challenges it posed. Overall, the race featured a record number of lead changes and left drivers with mixed but mostly positive reactions.
Ryan Blaney wins the NASCAR Cup Series Championship at Phoenix Raceway, passing Kyle Larson and holding him off in the final 30 laps. Blaney finished second in the race as Ross Chastain took home the victory. It's Team Penske's second consecutive title, and Blaney's first championship of his career. Christopher Bell's day ended early due to a rotor failure, while William Byron finished fourth.
Ahead of the Bank of America ROVAL 400 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, NASCAR Cup Series drivers participated in media availabilities, discussing topics such as silly season updates, stage cautions, the new restart zone, the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series schedule, and the playoff battle. Interviews with drivers including AJ Allmendinger, Austin Cindric, Chris Buescher, Erik Jones, Martin Truex Jr., Mike Rockenfeller, Ross Chastain, and Ty Gibbs were conducted by Frontstretch's reporters.
Hendrick Motorsports is heading to the Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL for the final road course race of the NASCAR Cup Series season. The team has won three times at the ROVAL, with Chase Elliott winning twice and Kyle Larson winning once. William Byron is already locked into the Round of 8 thanks to his win at Texas Motor Speedway. Larson is still in the hunt for the driver championship, while the Nos. 5 and 9 teams are looking to advance in the owner championship. Larson will have the HendrickCars.com paint scheme, Elliott will sport the NAPA Auto Parts colors, Byron will debut the No. 24 Z HP Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, and Alex Bowman will carry the white-based "day" scheme for this weekend's race.
Aric Almirola secured the pole position for the NASCAR Cup playoff race at Talladega Superspeedway, with Joey Logano qualifying second. Kyle Larson, the highest-starting playoff driver, qualified fourth. The race will be broadcast on NBC starting at 1 p.m. ET.
The starting lineup for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Talladega Superspeedway has been determined through qualifying rounds, with Aric Almirola securing the pole position. The top 10 drivers from the first round of qualifying advanced to the second round, where they competed for the top starting positions. The race is set to take place tomorrow in Talladega, Alabama.
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Daytona International Speedway for the regular-season finale, where drivers will compete for the final playoff spot. Austin Dillon, the defending winner, leads the list of frontrunners, followed by Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Bubba Wallace, Denny Hamlin, and Martin Truex Jr. Chase Elliott and Daniel Suarez need a win to secure a playoff spot, while Ty Gibbs aims to pass Wallace for the final spot.