Van Gisbergen Unstoppable: 5th Victory on Mixed Courses, Logano Advances with Drama

Shane van Gisbergen Wins in Charlotte, Joey Logano Advances in Playoffs

Concord, N.C. – Shane van Gisbergen continues his dominance on road and street circuits, securing his fifth consecutive victory at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Sunday’s race was full of excitement, especially for Joey Logano, who managed to advance to the third round of the NASCAR playoffs in a thrilling finish. Logano found himself in an intense battle with Ross Chastain, who was in danger of being eliminated. The tension reached its peak when a crash on the last lap between Chastain and Denny Hamlin changed the course of the competition.

“I didn’t know anything that was going on. I thought I was racing for 18th. I wish I would have known to prepare or make a different decision,” Hamlin stated.

Denny Hamlin

The competition reduced the group of drivers from twelve to eight. Logano’s luck seemed uncertain, as attention focused on whether van Gisbergen would be stopped. Kyle Larson and Christopher Bell tried to challenge van Gisbergen, but the New Zealand driver emerged victorious. van Gisbergen’s victory dashed the hopes of Tyler Reddick and Bubba Wallace, as well as those of Austin Cindric. Although Ross Chastain remained in contention, Logano failed to secure his playoff position until the end.

“We’re still alive, let’s go!”, exclaimed Logano, celebrating amidst the reactions of the public. “If you want drama, the playoffs bring it every time. What an entertaining final! We still have a chance”.

Joey Logano

Chastain, for his part, regretted the mistakes made during the race, including penalties for speeding.

“It’s heartbreaking for nearly 200 employees at Trackhouse. It’s not acceptable, simply unacceptable,” Chastain said.

Ross Chastain

The eight drivers advancing to the third round of the playoffs are Ryan Blaney and Joey Logano, Chase Elliott, Kyle Larson and William Byron, Denny Hamlin, Christopher Bell, and Chase Briscoe. Chastain, Cindric, Reddick, and Wallace were eliminated, which meant the exit of both cars owned by Michael Jordan from the title contention.