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Team Penske’s Million-Dollar Blunder: How a Tire Decision Cost Them Victory and Prestige

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May 19, 2025
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Team Penske’s Million-Dollar Blunder: How a Tire Decision Cost Them Victory and Prestige

May 17, 2025; North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Joey Logano (22) during the heat races for the NASCAR All-Star race at North Wilkesboro Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

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Team Penske’s Shocking Decision Leaves NASCAR Fans Stunned

In a heart-stopping turn of events at the NASCAR All-Star Race, Team Penske’s Joey Logano went from race leader to a bitter second-place finish, leaving fans, experts, and Logano himself questioning the team’s strategy. The decision to stay out on worn tires, coupled with a questionable late-race caution and a daring pass by Christopher Bell, cost Logano the $1 million prize and victory.

The rough surface of the North Wilkesboro track emphasized the importance of tire management, with fresh tires proving to be the key to success. Logano’s crew chief’s fateful call to keep him out on old tires backfired as Bell, with two fresh tires, surged past him to claim the lead and the victory. NASCAR insiders were left bewildered by the team’s questionable decision-making, with Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi expressing their astonishment at the move.

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Despite Logano’s valiant effort on worn tires, the loss was a hard pill to swallow for Team Penske, jeopardizing their momentum heading into the upcoming races. The aftermath of the race saw Logano hinting at payback for Bell’s aggressive pass and criticizing the caution that cost him the lead as a “gimmick.”

Looking ahead, the focus shifts to Team Penske’s alliance with Josh Berry and Wood Brothers Racing, a partnership that has been instrumental in Berry’s rise in the Cup Series. The collaboration has not only boosted Berry’s performance but has also solidified Team Penske’s dominance in NASCAR, making them a formidable force on the track.

As the NASCAR season unfolds, all eyes will be on Team Penske to see if they can bounce back from the setback at North Wilkesboro and continue their quest for victory. The stakes are high, the competition is fierce, and Team Penske’s next move will undoubtedly be under intense scrutiny.

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