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Christopher Bell won again Sunday in the NASCAR Cup Series. He and the No. 20 Joe Gibbs Racing team made it three straight Cup Series victories by beating out teammate Denny Hamlin in a side-by-sid…
Christopher Bell secured his third consecutive victory in the NASCAR Cup Series on Sunday, triumphing over teammate Denny Hamlin in a close duel to the finish line. This marked Bell’s second consecutive win at Phoenix and third straight victory following his triumphs at Atlanta Motor Speedway and Circuit of The Americas. Bell’s accomplishment makes him the only repeat winner in 2025 so far, and the first driver in the Next Gen era to clinch three consecutive wins since Kyle Larson in 2021. Leading a staggering 106 laps, Bell dominated the race and also claimed victory in the second stage. Hamlin, who finished second, praised his team’s performance and strategy, highlighting the crucial track position gained in the latter part of the race. The intense battle between Bell and Hamlin, with Josh Berry and Kyle Larson closely behind, made for an exhilarating two-lap sprint to the checkered flag. Bell’s stellar performance, combined with the impressive showing of other drivers like Berry and Larson, showcased the competitive spirit and excitement of NASCAR racing.
