Monday Morning Pit Box: Variety of Fuel Strategies Play Out at Indianapolis
Meanwhile, a loose wheel undid Erik Jones’ day in the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis on Sunday.
Meanwhile, a loose wheel undid Erik Jones’ day in the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis on Sunday.
Dover was the latest example of how limited tire falloff and clean air can make passing difficult in NASCAR… even when your tires are much fresher.
Chase Elliott led the march of drivers on fresh tires in the closing laps.
However, some drivers did gain track position from pitting late for fresh tires.
Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Tyler Reddick and Carson Hocevar rallied to the top 10 after a late pit stop for fresh rubber.
Meanwhile, Brad Keselowski and the No. 6 team botched pit strategy to lose their shot at the win.
The caution fell right in the middle of the final pit cycle of the day, helping some drivers and hurting others.
Several Bowties saw their good days go sour in the waning laps in the Irish Hills.
Blaney’s pit crew was among the many who played a big role in greats days for their drivers at the 1.33-mile track.
Denny Hamlin, Tyler Reddick, and Christopher Bell all stumbled on their final pit stops in NASCAR’s longest race.