On Sunday, Austin Reddick made history by becoming the first NASCAR driver to win at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA). Reddick, who is a rookie in the NASCAR Cup Series, was able to take the checkered flag after two late restarts.
Reddick started the race in the fourth position and was able to maintain a top-five position for most of the race. He was able to make his move to the front of the pack with just over 20 laps remaining. He was able to pass several cars on the outside and take the lead.
However, Reddick’s lead was short-lived as two late cautions forced a restart. On both restarts, Reddick was able to hold off the competition and take the checkered flag. His victory marked the first time a NASCAR driver had won at COTA, which is a 3.4-mile road course located in Austin, Texas.
Reddick’s win was especially impressive given that he is a rookie in the Cup Series. He had only competed in three races prior to Sunday’s race and had yet to finish in the top-10. His win at COTA is sure to be a confidence booster for Reddick as he continues his rookie season.
Reddick’s win was also a big moment for NASCAR, as it showed that their drivers can compete on road courses. The win also showed that NASCAR drivers can be competitive on tracks that are not oval-shaped.
Overall, Austin Reddick’s win at COTA was a historic moment for both NASCAR and Reddick himself. It showed that NASCAR drivers can compete on road courses and that Reddick is a driver to watch in the Cup Series.