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Austin Hill Sets Superspeedway Win Record in Dramatic Talladega Finish

A last-lap collision involving Jesse Love and Connor Zilisch paved the way for Hill’s ninth drafting-track victory, solidifying his place in Xfinity Series history.

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Connor Zilisch, driver of the #88 WeatherTech Chevrolet, gives a thumbs up to fans as he walks onstage during driver intros prior to the NASCAR Xfinity Series Ag-Pro 300 at Talladega Superspeedway on April 26, 2025 in Talladega, Alabama.
Denny Hamlin, driver of the #11 Progressive Toyota, is introduced prior to the NASCAR Cup Series Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway on April 13, 2025 in Bristol, Tennessee.
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Overview

  • Austin Hill captured his first Talladega win in a photo finish, breaking the Xfinity Series superspeedway win record with nine victories.
  • The final lap saw Jesse Love make contact with Connor Zilisch, sending Zilisch into the wall and triggering a caution that froze the field for Hill’s win.
  • Connor Zilisch, who led on the final lap, was evaluated and released from the infield care center after the crash, later expressing gratitude for walking away uninjured.
  • Jesse Love, who finished third, immediately checked on his close friend Zilisch, highlighting their off-track camaraderie despite the on-track incident.
  • The race marked a strong rebound for Love, who secured pole position at Talladega days after his disqualification and failed appeal at Rockingham.