Austin Hill seized a dramatic victory in the NASCAR O'Reilly 400 at the San Diego street circuit, pulling off a last‑lap pass to claim his 16th career win and his first on a road course.
The event was marred by a series of disruptions, beginning with a loose metal cover that forced an early red‑flag period for repairs, and later a fan’s unexpected intrusion onto the track that led to an arrest.
Hill’s celebration was tinged with emotion as he paid homage to the late Kyle Busch, performing a burnout around the No. 8 painted on the pavement in memory of the fallen legend.
A chaotic finish
In the closing stages, Gray’s attempt to spin Kvapil opened the door for Hill, who capitalized on the chaos to claim victory, turning the race into a memorable finish for the series.
Despite the turbulence, Hill’s win was hailed as an emotional triumph for his RCR program, capping a weekend that combined high‑speed drama with heartfelt tribute.