AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Chase Elliott benefitted from poor weather to win NASCAR’s debut at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas.
The race was called while under a red flag on Lap 54 of 68 because of poor visibility and standing water on the track caused by heavy rain. Elliott won for the first time this year and the sixth time on a road course. He has won five of the last six road races. Elliott also earned his 12th career victory, No. 800 for Chevrolet and No. 268 for Hendrick Motorsports, tying Petty Enterprises for most wins.
Elliott’s teammate, Kyle Larson, and Team Penske’s Joey Logano rounded out the top three.
