Christopher Bell Wins Atlanta Cup Race as Carson Hocevar's Aggression Draws Criticism

Bell secures victory in a chaotic overtime finish, while Hocevar's driving sparks backlash from competitors.

Christopher Bell claimed his tenth career NASCAR Cup Series victory with a decisive last-lap pass in overtime at Atlanta Motor Speedway.
Carson Hocevar finished second but faced widespread criticism from drivers like Kyle Busch and Ryan Blaney for his aggressive moves during the race.
Kyle Larson admitted fault for a late-race incident that ended Austin Cindric's strong run, prompting frustration from Cindric and Team Penske.
The race ended under caution due to a backstretch wreck, with NASCAR's decision to freeze the field sparking debates about race-ending protocols.
Atlanta's reconfigured superspeedway-style track delivered high-intensity racing, with several lead changes and dramatic moments throughout the event.