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A strategy call from the pit box coupled with a patient move forward landed veteran Grant Enfinger his second consecutive NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Playoff race win in Saturday’s Baptist Health…
Veteran Grant Enfinger secured his second consecutive NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Playoff race win at Homestead-Miami Speedway with a strategic move and patient driving, denying his competitors an automatic bid into the championship contention race. Enfinger’s team opted for an alternate pit strategy, taking tires and fuel early in the race, which ultimately paid off as he saved fuel and raced to victory, despite early damage to his truck. With only one race left at Martinsville, VA, the competition for the remaining spots in the title fight is intense.
Enfinger’s 17.5s lead over Ty Majeski showcased the effectiveness of the team’s strategy, as other trucks on a similar plan ran out of fuel in the final laps. Enfinger celebrated his win with a burnout and credited his team for managing the race effectively. Meanwhile, Corey Heim’s dominant performance helped him maintain the championship standings lead, with only the top four drivers advancing to the title race. The overall day brought a mix of excitement and disappointment for the drivers, highlighting the unpredictability of NASCAR racing.
