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Both of NASCAR’s most consequential regular season points battles took a big swing with five laps left in Stage 2 of Monday’s FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway. Kyle L…
In Monday’s FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway, Kyle Larson’s crash with five laps left in Stage 2 had a major impact on the regular season points battle in NASCAR. Larson’s spin collected several drivers, including Bubba Wallace, Joey Logano, Christopher Bell, Chase Briscoe, and Todd Gilliland, knocking some out of the race. The crash shuffled the points standings, with Tyler Reddick taking the lead after winning the race, followed by Chase Elliott and Denny Hamlin. Larson’s crash dropped him to fourth in the standings. Despite sustaining damage, Chris Buescher’s strategic move helped him salvage a sixth-place finish, giving him a 16-point edge for the playoffs. The upcoming races at Daytona International Speedway and Darlington Raceway will be crucial for the championship fights.
