Kyle Busch crossed the finish line first at the Southern 500, edging past defending champion Kyle Larson in a dramatic final lap that saw the two drivers locked in a side‑by‑side battle for the lead.
The Southern 500 Marks the Start of NASCAR’s Chase
The win propels Busch into a strong position as the Chase phase begins, a playoff format that narrows the field to ten drivers competing for the championship and determines the season title holder.
Larson, the reigning champion, finished second, underscoring his continued competitiveness while Busch leveraged the victory to solidify his own standings heading into the postseason.