Xfinity Series Recap: 2021 Sport Clips Haircuts VFW Help A Hero 200 (Darlington Raceway)

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Noah Gragson clinched the win with a solid finish after 152 laps, starting from the 8th position and ending 1st with an average running position (ARP) of 2.45. His net gain rating (GR-LR) of 3.30 reflects his dominant performance. Harrison Burton followed closely, starting in 6th and finishing 2nd with an ARP of 5.34. Austin Cindric made significant progress, climbing from 24th to 3rd, showcasing a calculated drive that resulted in a net gain rating of 2.62.

Mid-pack driver adjustments were frequent. Justin Allgaier, despite leading early and strong ARP of 5.10, finished 6th after starting 4th, possibly affected by the frequent cautions. Daniel Hemric, after starting from the pole, finished 24th. His ARP of 7.79 indicates he was running well but his race was spoiled by a late caution. AJ Allmendinger had a wild race, running in the top with an ARP of 3.25 but finishing 20th. This suggests involvement in the late-race chaos.

The finishing order bonanza included notable achievements and setbacks. Denny Hamlin had a strong drive, leading numerous laps and finishing 12th after starting 14th, with an impressive ARP of 4.92 and a GR-LR of 3.03. Meanwhile, drivers like Riley Herbst and Sam Mayer ended their races prematurely, listed out due to accidents and mechanical faults, respectively. The various incidents, particularly the spins, maintained a dynamic field until the final lap, with many drivers adjusting and reacting to the high attrition rate.