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Christopher Bell Wins Record-Setting NASCAR All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro

Bell's late-race pass on Joey Logano secures his first All-Star victory, reigniting calls for the track to host a points-paying race.

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Christopher Bell, driver of the #20 Mobil 1 Toyota, celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on May 18, 2025 in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina.
Brad Keselowski (6) leads the start of a heat race for the NASCAR All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on May 17, 2025.
Brad Keselowski, driver of the #6 Solomon Plumbing Ford, drives during the NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race qualifying heat #1 at North Wilkesboro Speedway on May 17, 2025 in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina.

Overview

  • Christopher Bell claimed his first NASCAR All-Star Race victory and a $1 million prize after a decisive two-tire pit strategy and a bold pass on Joey Logano with 10 laps remaining.
  • The 2025 All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway set a record with 18 lead changes, showcasing fierce competition and multiple lane racing on the revitalized short track.
  • The introduction of the 'Promoter’s Caution,' a new format innovation designed to guarantee a late restart, played a pivotal role in the race’s dramatic finish.
  • Joey Logano, who led 139 of 250 laps, expressed frustration over the caution and Bell's aggressive pass, vowing to race Bell just as hard in future events.
  • Drivers and fans are urging NASCAR to add North Wilkesboro Speedway to the Cup Series points schedule, citing the track’s compelling racing and enthusiastic crowd.