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Chandler Smith shocks NASCAR fans with breathtaking last-lap victory at Daytona Truck race

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
February 14, 2026
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Chandler Smith shocks NASCAR fans with breathtaking last-lap victory at Daytona Truck race

Chandler Smith Stuns NASCAR Fans with Heart-Stopping Last-Lap Victory at Daytona!

In an electrifying showdown at Daytona International Speedway, Chandler Smith pulled off a jaw-dropping four-wide maneuver to clinch victory in the Fresh from Florida 250, finishing a mere 0.044 seconds ahead of his rivals! This nail-biting finale left fans on the edge of their seats as the Front Row Motorsports ace surged from sixth place to first during a chaotic final lap.

As the race unfolded, John Hunter Nemechek was in control, leading a fierce battle against Ty Majeski, Christian Eckes, and Gio Ruggiero. But it was Smith, lurking in the shadows, who seized the moment as the frontrunners jostled for position. With deft precision, he darted into the inside lane and rocketed towards the checkered flag, leaving the competition in his dust. Ruggiero trailed closely behind in second, while the top five finishers were separated by a mere 0.069 seconds—truly a testament to the intense competition.

The event was heightened by the presence of racing legends like Tony Stewart and Travis Pastrana, alongside social media sensation Cleetus McFarland. However, both Stewart and McFarland faced unfortunate exits, with Stewart falling victim to a crash and McFarland losing control early in the race.

Chandler Smith's journey to this thrilling victory was not without its challenges. Just days before the race, he was one of the hopefuls vying for a spot in the prestigious Daytona 500, only to see his dreams dashed by a late-Duel crash. This marks his third attempt at the iconic event, a setback that only seemed to fuel his determination at the Truck Series race.

In the aftermath of his stunning victory, Smith was quick to acknowledge his teammate Ty Majeski, who played a pivotal role in his triumph. “First off, I want to shout out all glory to God… I am super, super grateful that I serve such a loving God that blessed me with such a good group of men and women around me at Front Row Motorsports,” Smith stated in a post-race interview. He continued, “Ty Majeski is one of my best four teammates I've ever worked with. He is all credit to how we just won that race truthfully. He stayed committed to a Ford and pushed a blue oval to a win.”

Smith’s victory at Daytona marks his eighth career win and his third with Front Row Motorsports, further solidifying his status in the NASCAR Truck Series. The 2021 Rookie of the Year previously celebrated his first victory with Kyle Busch Motorsports and has shown remarkable resilience, finishing eighth in the 2025 standings with two notable wins at Bristol Motor Speedway and North Wilkesboro Speedway.

As the racing season heats up, fans can expect more thrilling action from Chandler Smith and his formidable team at Front Row Motorsports. The excitement is just beginning, and all eyes will be on this rising star in the coming races!

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