It was a historic day at Michigan International Speedway on Sunday, as Chris Buescher became the first driver to win back-to-back NASCAR Cup Series races at the track. Buescher, driving the No. 17 Ford Mustang for Roush Fenway Racing, held off a hard-charging Kyle Busch to take the checkered flag and secure his second consecutive win at the two-mile oval.
The win marked the first time a driver has won consecutive races at Michigan since Jeff Gordon in 2001. Buescher’s victory also marked the first time a driver from the Roush Fenway Racing stable has won back-to-back races at the track since Mark Martin in 1997.
Buescher started the race from the 11th position and quickly moved up through the field. He was able to stay out of trouble and make his way to the front of the pack, taking the lead on lap 124. From there, he was able to hold off a hard-charging Kyle Busch to take the checkered flag and secure his second consecutive win at Michigan.
The win was a big one for Buescher, who is in his sixth full-time season in the Cup Series. He now has two wins in 2020, and is currently seventh in the points standings. It’s been an impressive season for Buescher, who is looking to make a run at the championship this year.
Buescher’s win was also a big one for Roush Fenway Racing, who have had a difficult season so far. The team has struggled to find consistency this year, but Buescher’s back-to-back wins at Michigan have given them a much-needed boost of confidence heading into the final stretch of the season.
All in all, it was a great day for Chris Buescher and Roush Fenway Racing. Buescher’s back-to-back wins at Michigan are a testament to his skill and determination, and it will be exciting to see what he can do in the final races of the season.
