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NASCAR followed through on its intention to throw a caution flag on the final lap of the Cup Series race to keep drivers from racing through a crash scene. The issue arose after the Saturday night …
NASCAR decided to throw a caution flag on the final lap of the Cup Series race to prevent drivers from racing through a crash scene, which was a result of a similar incident during the Xfinity Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway. This decision was seen as crucial for safety reasons. The caution was implemented again on Sunday night when a crash happened mid-pack on the backstretch during the race. NASCAR’s senior vice president confirmed that the caution was necessary to avoid drivers racing through dangerous debris fields. Despite some initial mixed reactions, drivers like Christopher Bell and Kyle Larson supported the cautious approach taken by NASCAR. Denny Hamlin emphasized the importance of prioritizing safety over entertainment in such situations and acknowledged the difficulty of the decision-making process in these scenarios. Overall, the consensus was that NASCAR made the right call for ensuring the well-being of the drivers and keeping the races as safe as possible.
