Cole Custer took the win in the Food City 300 while also securing the Xfinity Series regular season championship at Bristol Motor Speedway. The race started chaotically with several lead changes and caution periods due to flat tires. Despite early obstacles, including a damaged vehicle due to a pit stop issue and a tire blowout, Custer managed to lead the final 91 laps. He finished the race just three points ahead of Justin Allgaier, who finished the race in 30th place, complicating his championship prospects.
In numbers
- Custer led the final 91 laps of the race.
- Custer won the championship by a narrow margin of 3 points over Allgaier.
- There were a total of 7 warnings during the race.
Current status
- The top eight drivers to advance to the playoffs include Allgaier, Custer and A. Hill.
- Four drivers, including Creed and Allmendinger, will start the playoffs below the cut line.
- The next race is scheduled for September 28th at Kansas Speedway.
What’s next
As the Xfinity Series playoffs begin, drivers will look to secure their spots for the championship, making the competition tougher. With the points gap so tight, every race will be crucial as drivers must overcome the challenges ahead at Kansas Speedway.
Conclusion
Custer’s win not only shows his resilience, but also sets an exciting tone for the upcoming playoffs. Teams and drivers will have to adapt their strategies to the environment where the stakes are high and even small mistakes can affect the outcome of the championship.
