Chase Elliott finally answers all the raised questions against him over the last few races. After missing seven races last year his performance was in a debate that he might no perform better with the Next Gen cars. The victory after 42 races at Texas put fingers on critiques mouth.
With the win, Chase Elliott entered into playoffs after missing the spot last year which was the first occurrence of missing a playoff spot. Chase Elliott recently reflected that the playoff spot is not the sole thing that he appreciates but there is another thing that makes the driver happy.
Chase Elliott gives his thoughts on what the win can mean for his team beyond the playoff points and a spot in the playoffs. pic.twitter.com/80ZzbF3Ox6
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Chase Elliott opened up about the challenges he faced over the last two years and admitted that winning under such circumstances was no easy feat. However, he expressed gratitude for the unwavering efforts of his team, acknowledging their role in helping him secure victory. In conclusion, he expressed pride in the journey and the collective hard work of the entire #9 team.
The Double Overtime Showdown
As the race entered double overtime, Elliott found himself in a fierce battle with Denny Hamlin and Ross Chastain. The late restarts added to the tension, and fans held their breath as the cars jostled for position. Elliott, known for his innate racing prowess, seized the opportunity.
The Winning Move
With just eight laps remaining, Elliott made a decisive move, edging ahead of Hamlin. He held his ground during the final three restarts, and emerged victorious, putting an end to his 42-race winless streak. The Autotrader Echopark Automotive 400 unfolded in dramatic fashion
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