On November 9th, 2019, Cole Custer made history by becoming the youngest driver to ever win the NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship. The championship was decided after a rain-shortened race at Homestead-Miami Speedway, where Custer was leading the race when it was called off.
The 22-year-old driver from Ladera Ranch, California, had been competing in the NASCAR Xfinity Series since 2014. He had previously finished second in the championship standings in 2017 and 2018, but this year he was determined to take home the title.
Custer started off the season strong, winning the first race of the year at Daytona International Speedway. He went on to win four more races throughout the season, including the race at Homestead-Miami Speedway that ultimately decided the championship.
When the race was called off due to rain, Custer was declared the winner and the champion. He became the first driver since Austin Dillon in 2013 to win both the race and the championship in the same year.
Custer’s championship win is a testament to his hard work and dedication to the sport. He is now the youngest driver to ever win the NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship, and he has set a new standard for future drivers to strive for.
This championship win is also a major milestone for Stewart-Haas Racing, Custer’s team. They have now won their first NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship since joining the series in 2017.
Cole Custer’s championship win is a remarkable achievement for both him and his team. He has proven that hard work and dedication can pay off, and he has set a new standard for future drivers to strive for. Congratulations to Cole Custer on his historic championship win!
