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William Byron Secures Championship Spot with Martinsville Victory

10/29/2025

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William Byron won his third race of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season at Martinsville Speedway, earning a spot in the Championship 4 at Phoenix Raceway.
He started 31st, led 304 laps, and defeated a late challenge from Ryan Blaney, who was eliminated from the playoffs.
Heading to Phoenix, Byron aims to win his first Cup Series title, last achieved by Jeff Gordon in 2001 for the No. 24.

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William Byron won his third race of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season at Martinsville Speedway, earning a spot in the Championship 4 at Phoenix Raceway.
He started 31st, led 304 laps, and defeated a late challenge from Ryan Blaney, who was eliminated from the playoffs.
Heading to Phoenix, Byron aims to win his first Cup Series title, last achieved by Jeff Gordon in 2001 for the No. 24.