Shane van Gisbergen claimed victory in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Pit Boss/FoodMaxx 250 at Sonoma Raceway, leading 66 of the 79 laps and conserving fuel to stay ahead.
Connor Zilisch began the event from the rear of the field after incurring penalties, but fought his way forward to finish second, marking a remarkable comeback that required two separate charges from the back.
Brent Crews completed the podium in third, earning a race‑high 50 points that helped him climb into a Chase‑eligible position as the season progresses.
A Test of Strategy and Stamina
The event featured eight lead changes among six drivers and four caution periods that lasted a total of 11 laps, while the final stage ran completely caution‑free for 30 laps.
Series leader Justin Allgaier finished 26th but managed to preserve a 207‑point advantage over his nearest rival, Love, despite the setback.
The performance extended JR Motorsports’ streak of having at least one car in the top‑10 to 76 consecutive races, underscoring the team’s consistent competitiveness.