P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Truex fights back from pit strategy call that "killed us"
In the latest race, Martin Truex Jr and his No. 19 Joe Gibbs Racing team faced difficulties with their pit strategy decision, but managed to finish ninth. This is their best finish in the seven playoff races so far, despite winning the regular season championship. The trouble started in Stage 2 when Truex stayed on the track instead of pitting, causing him to lose positions as other cars on new tires passed him. Truex and his crew chief had tense radio exchanges about the decision. Despite struggling to make up positions, Truex made a late-race rally and finished ninth. He is currently in the top four of points, holding a slim lead over his teammate Christopher Bell.
Source: motorsport
