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Elliott ‘hungry for more’ after just missing out on Martinsville win
Chase Elliott raced strong in Sunday’s event, culminating in a late-race crash leading to an overtime restart that placed him alongside teammate William Byron at the front. Despite an attempt to pass Byron, it was Byron who maintained his composure and took the lead. Elliott settled for a commendable third place, contributing to a Hendrick Motorsports 1-2-3 finish, a first in the organization’s history at the Virginia track. With the victory coinciding with the 40th anniversary of Hendrick’s inaugural Cup win, nearly 1,500 employees and guests witnessed the milestone race. Elliott expressed pride in the team’s performance, emphasizing the positive direction they are heading in after a slow start to the season. Looking forward, Elliott remains optimistic, focusing on the progress made with his team and believing that their diligence will eventually lead to a victory.
