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For the second straight year, defending series champion Ryan Blaney won the NASCAR Cup Series Round of 8 elimination race at Martinsville Speedway to advance to the Championship 4. As Blaney took t…
For the second consecutive year, defending series champion Ryan Blaney secured a victory at the NASCAR Cup Series Round of 8 elimination race at Martinsville Speedway, earning a spot in the Championship 4. During the Xfinity 500, Christopher Bell’s daring maneuver in the final corner in an attempt to overtake William Byron led to a safety violation and a penalty that advanced Byron to the title event at Phoenix Raceway. Blaney’s decisive pass on Chase Elliott during lap 486 secured his victory by 2.593 seconds, eliminating Elliott and third-place finisher Kyle Larson from the Playoffs. The race showcased intense competition, with Blaney strategically preserving his tires to outlast his rivals and claim his third win of the season and 13th of his career. Despite the challenging race conditions, Blaney’s perseverance and strategic driving led to a well-deserved victory and a spot in the Championship 4 alongside teammate Joey Logano. Byron’s advancement, Bell’s penalty, and the fierce on-track battles highlighted the drama and intensity of the race.
