Over the weekend, NASCAR’s AdventHealth 400 in Kansas witnessed Kyle Larson’s breathtaking victory, clinching the win by a mere 0.001 seconds, following a series of nail-biting photo finishes.
In stark contrast to the Kentucky Derby, where Mystik Dan claimed victory, the race between Larson and runner-up Chris Buescher was so close that even the human eye couldn’t discern the winner, requiring a photo finish for confirmation.
Initially, there was a collective belief from Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing (RFK Racing), Buescher’s team, and commentators that Buescher had secured the win, evident from the jubilant celebrations captured on the broadcast before the official verdict was announced.
Ultimately, it was Hendrick Motorsports’ Larson who emerged victorious, marking the closest finish in NASCAR Cup Series history, according to NASCAR.
“That was wild,” Larson said to FS1 following the race. “It was crazy. I mean that race from start to finish was amazing.
“You guys got your money’s worth today and I’m just proud to be a part of the show.”
Amidst intense competition, both drivers exchanged bumps, racing neck and neck towards the finish line, leaving uncertainty lingering over the victor. Despite the neck-and-neck battle, Larson was initially informed that he had secured second place.
“I didn’t know if I won or not, I was pumped for the finish,” Larson added as he explained his spotter said it was a second-place finish before celebrating wildly down the radio when he found out Larson had won.
While Larson was jubilant post-race, Buescher was equally as disappointed.
“I don’t know what to say right now. I haven’t seen a replay other than just a picture and I sure can’t see it in that picture,” a dejected Buescher told FS1.
“It sucks to be that close,” Buescher said before adding that the outcome of the race hurt.
