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Joey Logano Secures Texas Victory to Clinch NASCAR Playoff Spot

Logano's overtime triumph at Texas Motor Speedway marks his first win of 2025, overcoming a disqualification and tensions within Team Penske.

Michael McDowell, driver of the #71 Delaware Life Chevrolet, looks on during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway on May 03, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas.
Kyle Larson, driver of the #5 Valvoline Chevrolet, signs autographs for NASCAR fans during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway on May 03, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas.
Ryan Blaney, driver of the #12 Menards/Knauf Ford, looks on during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway on May 03, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas.
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Overview

  • Joey Logano claimed his 37th career NASCAR Cup Series win at the Wurth 400, advancing from a 27th-place start to secure victory in a two-lap overtime finish.
  • This win guarantees Logano's spot in the NASCAR Cup postseason, a significant rebound after his Talladega disqualification and intra-team challenges.
  • Michael McDowell led 19 laps late in the race but crashed after being passed by Logano, ending his underdog bid for victory in 26th place.
  • Ross Chastain showcased his restart prowess, climbing from 31st to finish second, while Ryan Blaney took third, marking his best finish of the season.
  • Denny Hamlin suffered his first DNF of 2025 after an engine fire on lap 75, breaking his 21-race lead-lap finish streak.