William Byron wins 2nd consecutive NASCAR Cup Series Race at Phoenix Raceway
AVONDALE – AZ – March 12, 2023 – Anthony Holbrook
Phoenix Raceway is classified as a tri-oval track with variable banking between 9-11 degrees at the corners and a distinctive bend on the backstretch known as “the Dogleg”. Even though ISM Raceway opened in 1964, a NASCAR Series race was not hosted by Phoenix Raceway until the Checker 500 in 1988. While viewing a race, fans are treated with the astonishing dessert scenery.
Odds favorite Kyle Larson solidified his qualifying lap with a dominating Friday afternoon practice lap of 131.258 mph.
Stage 1 Recap: – 2023 United Rentals Work United 500
Pole sitter Kyle Larson accompanied with Teammate William Byron, guard the gate after the drop of the green flag, in the Valley of the Ssun.
William Byron advances to the post after Larson elevates up the track. A Stage changing opportunity for William Byron to prosper onward to Stage 1 honors.
Stage 1 Results: – 2023 United Rentals Work United 500
1. William Byron
2. Kyle Larson
3. Christopher Bell
4. Denny Hamlin
5. Tyler Reddick
6. Ryan Blaney
7. Ross Chastain
8. Kevin Harvick
9. Brad Keselowski
10. Kyle Busch
Stage 2 Recap: – 2023 United Rentals Work United 500
Kyle Larson continues to proclaim force of contention, dominating Stage 2.
Stage 2 Results: – 2023 United Rentals Work United 500
1. Kyle Larson
2. William Byron
3. Kevin Harvick
4. Brad Keselowski
5. Tyler Reddick
6. Denny Hamlin
7. Christopher Bell
8. Ryan Blaney
9. Ross Chastain
10. Chase Briscoe
Final Stage Recap – 2023 United Rentals Work United 500
Counting 10 circuits remaining, a flat tire with debri from Harrison Burton’s Wood Brother Racing Ford invites a caution flag. 2014 Cup Champion Kevin Harvick leads the field into pit for 4 fresh Goodyears. Kyle Larson, William Byron, Ryan Blaney counter Kevin Harvick’s scheme and opts for only two tires!
Kyle Larson efficient pit service will excel his Hendrick’s Chevy out of pit service on top.
Overtime Restart: Kyle Larson attempts to protect his position utilizing every inch of the raceway warding off approaching danger.
William Byron strategy to overtake Kyle Larson on the final white Lap was endorsed by Tyler Reddick’s chrome horn at the outside lane. Reddick’s bump, bolts William Byron in front of Kyle Larson, onward to the United Rentals Work United 500 Checker flag.
William Byron steals the deal with a Win at Phoenix Raceway!
Phoenix Raceway
NASCAR Cup Series
United Rentals Work United 500
March 12, 2023
Results:
Pos | Driver
1. William Byron
2. Ryan Blaney
3. Tyler Reddick
4. Kyle Larson
5. Kevin Harvick
6. Christopher Bell
7. Chase Briscoe
8. Kyle Busch
9. Alex Bowman
10. Josh Berry
11. Joey Logano
12. Ryan Preece
13. Michael McDowell
14. Bubba Wallace
15. Chris Buescher
16. Austin Dillon
17. Martin Truex Jr
18. Brad Keselowski
19. Ricky Stenhouse Jr
20. AJ Allmendinger
21. Erik Jones
22. Daniel Suarez
23. Denny Hamlin
24. Ross Chastain
25. Austin Cindric
26. Corey LaJoie
27. Justin Haley
28. Ty Gibbs
29. Noah Gragson
30. Ty Dillon
31. Zane Smith
32. Todd Gilliland
33. Aric Almirola
34. Cody Ware
35. Harrison Burton
36. BJ McLeod
NASCAR Cup Series relocates to Atlanta Motor Speedway for the Ambetter Health 400
Sunday, March 19th 2023, 3:00 p.m. EST.
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