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Christopher Bell came just 0.7s short of victory in Kansas but feels he didn’t have the pace to chase down Kyle Larson.
Joe Gibbs Racing driver Christopher Bell discussed his strategy during the NASCAR Cup Series race in Kansas, focusing on conserving his tires to reach the finish line amidst challenges.
As Kyle Larson eased his pace in the lead, Bell, driving the #20 Toyota Camry, rapidly closed the gap between them, creating an intense battle with Ryan Blaney in the #12 Penske Ford.
After completing 267 laps at the Kansas Speedway, Bell, Blaney, and Larson found themselves separated by less than a second, showcasing the competitiveness of the race.
Despite his close proximity to Larson, Bell acknowledged his struggles with pace and believed overtaking the eventual winner would have been difficult due to his own late-race issues with the Camry.
Bell attributed his second-place finish and sixth podium of the season to a strong qualifying performance and effective race strategies, highlighting the importance of consistency throughout the event.
Following the race, Bell expressed satisfaction with his performance and aims to strengthen his performance for future races, especially at Kansas Speedway, where he has achieved multiple pole positions but is yet to secure a victory.
