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Josh Berry’s Strategic Victory: How a Skillful Gamble Led to Wood Brothers Racing’s Triumph in Las Vegas

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 18, 2025
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Josh Berry’s Strategic Victory: How a Skillful Gamble Led to Wood Brothers Racing’s Triumph in Las Vegas

Mar 16, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Josh Berry (21) during the Pennzoil 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

In the high-stakes world of NASCAR racing, the name Josh Berry is quickly becoming synonymous with success and calculated risk. Berry, the 34-year-old driver for Wood Brothers Racing, recently secured his first Cup Series victory, a feat achieved just five races into his tenure with the team.

Berry, piloting the No. 21 Chevy, crossed the finish line a comfortable 1.358 seconds ahead of his closest rival, Daniel Suarez, at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. This victory marked the 101st triumph for Wood Brothers Racing in the Cup Series. While some might attribute Berry’s win to a stroke of luck, his dominant performance on the 1.5-mile oval track was testament to his skill and strategy.

Steve Letarte, a former crew chief for Hendrick Motorsports and now a television personality, dissected Berry’s achievement. He acknowledged that a risky decision made by Berry’s crew chief, Miles Stanley, could have easily flipped the outcome. However, he affirmed that Berry’s victory was well-deserved and not just a product of good fortune.

Berry’s journey to victory was far from predictable. With the limelight focused on racers like Christopher Bell and Kyle Larson, Berry quietly stole the show. Despite driving the No. 21 Ford and not his usual Chevy, he secured an impressive seventh place in qualifying and remained within striking distance of victory by finishing eighth in the first two stages.

Letarte singled out Stanley’s decision not to pit during a second yellow flag as a crucial factor in Berry’s win. This gamble allowed Berry to regain track position. Despite the inherent risk, Letarte asserted that the victory was more than a fluke; it was a result of dominance and strategic decision-making.

Berry’s decision not to pit while in 17th place following a caution triggered by Ryan Blaney in Lap 197 proved pivotal. This move saw him surge to 6th place on the restart, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown with Daniel Suarez. After pitting during the final caution of the race, Berry held his position and eventually emerged victorious. Letarte emphasized that this well-timed pitting strategy was a gamble that paid off handsomely.

However, the race could have taken a different turn, as evidenced by the issues that plagued several drivers in the pit stall. This included Christopher Bell and Chase Briscoe, who both had their own fair share of pit road mishaps. Letarte pointed out that good days can quickly turn sour due to pit road troubles. Yet, fortune favored Berry, who went on to secure a memorable win on his 53rd career Cup start.

The future looks bright for Berry and the Wood Brothers Racing team. Berry’s victory was not a one-off event. He previously led 54 laps at the Atlanta Motor Speedway and secured a fourth-place result at Phoenix Raceway. His crew chief, Stanley, expressed his pride in the team and has high hopes for their future performances.

As the team revels in their success, they are not resting on their laurels. Berry is keen to maintain his momentum at the upcoming 2025 Straight Talk Wireless 400 at Homestead-Miami. Given his recent performance at the Pennzoil 400, it’s entirely plausible that Berry could secure multiple race wins this year.

In the high-speed, high-stakes world of NASCAR, Josh Berry is proving that calculated risk can lead to phenomenal success. He is a racer to watch, a testament to the power of strategy, skill, and a little bit of luck.

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