Elliott Wins First-Ever NASCAR Cup Series Race

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Published on May 24 2021 6:07 am
Last Updated on May 24 2021 6:08 am

Chase Elliott won the first-ever NASCAR Cup Series race at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, Sunday, getting the victory in a race that ended early because of poor conditions due to rain.

In addition to being Elliott’s first win of the season, it was also Chevrolet’s 800th win and the 268th for Hendrick Motorsports, tying Petty Enterprises for most victories.

The race was the Cup Series’ first at a track built for Formula One.

In Saturday's race, Kyle Busch claimed the victory in the Xfinity Series race.

He led 36 of the 46 laps and was 11 seconds ahead of second place AJ allmendinger. It was Busch's 98th Xfinity win and 217th in NASCAR's top three series.

Justin Allgaier finished third.