Ryan Truex takes the victory at Daytona after a crash finish

Ryan Truex, Joe Gibbs Racing driver, took the victory in the Wawa 250 held at Daytona International Speedway. This triumph, the second of his career in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, was decided after a last-lap accident that forced the race to finish under a yellow flag. Truex, who ran a partial season, managed to stay in the lead several times throughout the night, securing his final victory.

Joe Gibbs Racing strategy pays off

The Joe Gibbs Racing team showed its strength at Daytona by placing Ryan Truex in first place, followed by his teammate Chandler Smith, who finished in second position. The team's strategy and the consistent performance of its drivers were key to dominating a race that was plagued by incidents. Parker Kligerman, who completed the podium in third place, also had an outstanding performance but was involved in the accident that ended the race.

Changes in the Xfinity Series standings

The race at Daytona brought significant changes to the overall standings. Justin Allgaier, from JR Motorsports, managed to take the championship lead after a solid performance in which he won both stages and finished seventh. Cole Custer, who had been leading the championship until two races ago, had a tough night, suffering damage to his car after a collision with his teammate in the pits, relegating him to 32nd place and causing him to lose the lead.

Impact on the playoff battle

The result of the Wawa 250 also had a significant impact on the playoff battle. Ryan Sieg, thanks to his fifth place, climbed to 12th in the playoff standings, displacing Sammy Smith, who was left out after being involved in a multi-car accident on lap 26. With only five races remaining before the season finale, the competition for playoff spots is intensifying.

What's next for the Xfinity Series

With the victory at Daytona, Ryan Truex and the other contenders prepare for the next stop on the calendar at Darlington Raceway on September 7th. This race will be crucial to determining the standings before the playoffs, and all eyes will be on whether Allgaier can maintain his lead in the championship.