Chase Elliott ends winless streak with victory at Texas Motor Speedway in NASCAR race

Chase Elliott broke a 42-race winless streak at Texas Motor Speedway, holding off the field on two overtime restarts to clinch the victory. The Hendrick Motorsports driver, a fan favorite and the 2020 Cup champion, claimed his first win since October 2022 at Talladega amidst a race that saw 16 caution flags.

Elliott led the final 17 laps, including a pivotal moment on Lap 260 when he outpaced Denny Hamlin right before a caution. The race culminated in a chaotic finish with multiple wrecks challenging the drivers. Brad Keselowski finished second, with William Byron, Tyler Reddick, and Daniel Suarez trailing behind.

William Byron and Ross Chastain were involved in a last-lap incident, prompting heated reactions from the drivers. Byron clarified that the contact was unintentional, while Chastain declined to comment. Additionally, Hamlin and Michael McDowell experienced mishaps on the track, with Hamlin attributing his spin to the pursuit of victory.

Kyle Larson, who started on pole and led 77 laps, encountered a setback when his right rear wheel detached during a caution period. Despite rallying back from two laps down, Larson struggled to regain his earlier speed and finished in 21st place. The unpredictable nature of the single-lug wheels used in NASCAR races played a role in Larson’s misfortune.

In conclusion, the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 at Texas Motor Speedway delivered a thrilling and eventful race for both drivers and fans. Stay tuned for more NASCAR updates and coverage.