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Joey Logano Triumphs in Thrilling Wurth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway, Secures First Win of 2025 Season

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
May 5, 2025
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Joey Logano Triumphs in Thrilling Wurth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway, Secures First Win of 2025 Season

May 4, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Joey Logano (22) is introduced before the start of the Wurth 400 race at Texas Motor Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Joey Logano claimed a hard-fought victory in the 2025 Wurth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway on May 4, marking his first win of the NASCAR Cup Series season. The Team Penske driver’s victory came after a dramatic late-race green-white-checkered finish, where Logano edged out his teammate Ryan Blaney and Ross Chastain to take the checkered flag and secure his 37th career Cup Series victory.

Race Overview: A Comeback Victory

Logano’s journey to victory wasn’t an easy one. Starting from the 27th position, the No. 22 car had a lot of ground to make up. The race was filled with challenges, and Logano’s resilience shone through as he navigated through a series of cautions, including a dramatic moment when Michael McDowell crashed, setting up the green-white-checkered finish.

On the restart, Logano executed a perfect move, passing Blaney and holding off Chastain in the final laps to seal the win. This victory was not just a testament to his driving skill but also his ability to seize crucial moments, especially when it counted the most.

Key Moments and Top Finishers

The Wurth 400 was a race full of action, with notable performances throughout the field. Austin Cindric took Stage 1 honors, and Kyle Larson won Stage 2. The race was interrupted by multiple cautions, including a massive multi-car incident on Lap 172, which involved several top drivers like Bubba Wallace, Alex Bowman, and others. Despite the chaos, Logano stayed calm, focusing on the bigger picture and ultimately taking the victory.

In the final laps, Logano’s aggressive yet calculated moves allowed him to hold off Chastain, who finished in second, and Blaney, who secured third. The race’s final positions were:

  1. Joey Logano (#22 – Team Penske)
  2. Ross Chastain (#1 – Trackhouse Racing)
  3. Ryan Blaney (#12 – Team Penske)
  4. Kyle Larson (#5 – Hendrick Motorsports)
  5. Erik Jones (#43 – Petty GMS Racing)

A Challenging Day for Other Contenders

Denny Hamlin, who entered the race ranked among the top contenders, had a day to forget. On the 74th lap, his No. 11 Toyota Camry suffered a mechanical failure that led to a fire and forced him out of the race early. This incident marked the end of Hamlin’s race and also his streak of 21 consecutive lead-lap finishes, leaving the driver frustrated and without a chance to compete for a strong finish.

Another significant moment in the race was a rough start for several drivers, with Max Verstappen’s teammate Sergio Pérez struggling throughout the event. His Red Bull car failed to deliver the performance expected, further adding to the season’s unpredictability.

Logano’s Championship Bid: A New Chapter for 2025

With this victory, Joey Logano not only earned his first win of the season but also positioned himself as a serious contender in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series. Logano’s career has seen many ups and downs, but his victory in Texas solidifies his status as one of the sport’s premier drivers. His win also gives him a boost in the standings as the race for the championship intensifies.

The victory at Texas was a long-awaited moment for Logano, who has shown resilience throughout his career but hadn’t yet secured a win in the 2025 season. This victory, combined with his solid performances earlier in the year, will likely propel him into the top ranks as the season progresses.

Looking Ahead: The Road to the Championship

Next up for Logano is a continuation of his quest for a second Cup Series title, and with this victory under his belt, he now enters the stretch of the season with momentum. The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series has been full of surprises, and Logano’s triumph at Texas serves as a reminder that he is a force to be reckoned with in the championship hunt.

As the NASCAR season moves on, Logano’s focus will shift toward maintaining this level of performance and challenging the likes of defending champion Kyle Larson, reigning runner-up Denny Hamlin, and other top contenders. The race for the Cup continues, and after this stunning victory at Texas, Joey Logano is firmly back in the fight.

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