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Christopher Bell rode a week of momentum into Circuit of The Americas and turned it into a second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series victory. Bell, who won a week ago on the Atlanta Motor Speedway super…
Christopher Bell continued his winning streak by securing a second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series victory at Circuit of The Americas, making a winning pass on Kyle Busch with five laps to go. Bell and Busch engaged in a thrilling battle showcasing road course driving skills, with Bell eventually holding off William Byron’s charge to claim his 11th Cup Series career win and first at COTA. Despite a second-place finish last year, Bell found himself in a reversal of roles as he pursued victory at the same venue this time, successfully maneuvering his way to the lead. Following intense competition, Bell expressed his joy and credited his team for their support, aiming to build on this success in future races. Busch, who led the most laps at 42, ended up finishing fifth after encountering challenges due to contact on the track but remained determined and proud of his team’s efforts.
