Cup Series Recap: 2024 Bluegreen Vacations Duel 1 at DAYTONA (Daytona International Speedway)
Tyler Reddick wins after starting 19th, showcasing skill in a chaotic race. Chase Elliott secures second, with Alex Bowman in third. Late-race caution shifts outcomes, affecting several key contenders.
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In a race marked by a wild end, Tyler Reddick claimed victory after starting from the 19th spot, finishing with an average running position (ARP) of 10.33 and a net gain rating (GR-LR) of 2.41. Tyler Reddick showcased his ability to navigate through the field effectively, seeing his fortunes turn in the closing laps for a bonanza finish.
Chase Elliott managed to secure a second-place finish from a third-place start, maintaining a consistent ARP of 10.06, but only achieving a modest net gain rating of 0.37. In contrast, Alex Bowman outperformed expectations, climbing from 9th to finish 3rd with an ARP of 9.06 and a GR-LR of 1.15. Carson Hocevar also turned heads, rising from 20th to finish 4th despite an ARP of 14.52 and a negative GR-LR of -2.12, indicating a mixed performance.
A late-race caution on lap 51 involved multiple drivers, impacting overall positions, including Ricky Stenhouse Jr., who led for 18 laps but finished 20th due to being caught under the damaged vehicle policy. Notably, Kyle Larson led for 32 laps and held a strong ARP of 3.65, ultimately finishing 9th, which deviated significantly from his early dominance, largely due to the late-race dynamics.