Harrison Burton's Stunning Win at Daytona: An Unexpected Playoff Berth

Saturday, 24 August 2024, 17:00

Harrison Burton's stunning victory at Daytona has secured him a playoff berth that few could anticipate. In an exhilarating showdown, Burton outmaneuvered Kyle Busch on the final lap, clinching his first career win. This race marked a pivotal moment for the young driver as he pushed his way into the spotlight amidst challenges.
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Harrison Burton's Stunning Win at Daytona: An Unexpected Playoff Berth

Harrison Burton's Unexpected Triumph

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Out of his ride and far removed from the playoff picture, Harrison Burton changed his fortunes with a lap to remember Saturday night at Daytona International Speedway. Burton passed two-time Cup Series champion Kyle Busch on the final lap in overtime to pick up his first career victory and a spot in NASCAR's postseason. The 23-year-old Burton, who already lost his ride in the famed No. 21 Ford with Wood Brothers Racing next season, took the lead thanks to a huge push from little-known Parker Retzlaff.

Race Highlights

  • Busch fought back and had a chance down the stretch.
  • He even got to Burton's bumper and forced Burton below the double-yellow line.
  • NASCAR officials ruled the contact caused Burton to cross the line and did not penalize him.
  • Busch finished second, followed by Christopher Bell, Cody Ware, and Ty Gibbs.

This victory was Burton’s first win in 98 career Cup starts, and it marked the 100th victory for the Wood Brothers. “I cried the whole victory lap,


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