🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Josh Berry has been disqualified, and @Daniel_SuarezG is now the official winner of the Pennzoil 400.

In a stunning turn of events at the Pennzoil 400 held at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on March 16, 2025, Josh Berry, who initially celebrated his first NASCAR Cup Series victory, has been disqualified following a post-race inspection. This development has elevated Daniel SuĂĄrez to his first career Cup Series win.

Berry, driving the No. 21 Wood Brothers Racing Ford, had crossed the finish line first, seemingly securing his maiden victory in the series. He had overtaken SuĂĄrez in the final laps, leading to what appeared to be a career-defining moment. However, NASCAR officials later discovered undisclosed infractions during the standard post-race inspection, leading to Berry’s disqualification.

As a result, Daniel SuĂĄrez, who had finished second in the No. 99 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet, has been declared the winner. This marks a historic moment for SuĂĄrez, making him the first Mexican driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race. SuĂĄrez expressed mixed emotions, acknowledging the unusual circumstances of his victory but expressing pride in his team’s performance.

The revised top five finishers are as follows:

  1. Daniel SuĂĄrez (No. 99 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet)
  2. Ryan Preece (No. 60 RFK Racing Ford)
  3. William Byron (No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet)
  4. Ross Chastain (No. 1 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet)
  5. Austin Cindric (No. 2 Team Penske Ford)

The race itself was highly competitive, featuring a track-record 32 lead changes among various drivers. Austin Cindric won the first stage, while Kyle Larson claimed victory in the second stage. The event also saw nine cautions over 53 laps, underscoring the challenging conditions drivers faced.

This outcome has significant implications for the NASCAR Cup Series standings, as teams and drivers adjust to the revised results. Fans and analysts alike will be closely watching upcoming races to see how this development influences the dynamics of the season.

For more detailed race results and information, you can refer to the official NASCAR Cup Series Pennzoil 400 results.

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