Overview

• Austin Cindric claimed victory at Talladega Superspeedway in a dramatic photo finish, beating Ryan Preece by just 0.022 seconds.
• The win guarantees Cindric a spot in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs, a crucial milestone for the Team Penske driver.
• Cindric’s team executed the fastest final-cycle pit stop of the day, a fuel-only stop that positioned him for the victory.
• Kyle Larson, despite past tensions with Cindric, provided critical drafting support on the final lap to help secure the win.
• The race featured 67 lead changes among 23 drivers, underscoring the intense competition at Talladega’s iconic superspeedway.