Phoenix Groovy Gauge Presented by Lectric eBikes

Ryan Blaney and Christopher Bell battling at the front wasn’t surprising, but the path to get there was anything but calm. Crashes in the dogleg, loose wheels, tire failures, and pit strategy chaos turned Phoenix Raceway into one of the wildest races the track has seen in years. In the end, Ryan Blaney and crew chief Jonathan Hassler survived the chaos to deliver the win. Here’s how it scored on the Groovy Gauge, powered by Lectric eBikes.

Groovy Gauge Score: 75%

• Eric believes the added horsepower and softer tires made a noticeable difference, with more falloff, more passing, and drivers having to manage their cars rather than cruise around Phoenix.
• Eric thinks the race had far more action than the track’s reputation suggests, with wild restarts, dogleg chaos, and a dozen cautions keeping the field constantly shuffled.
• He believes pit strategy played a decisive role late, as teams choosing track position, like Blaney’s No. 12 team, were rewarded over those who prioritized fresh tires.
• He also thinks the final duel between Blaney and Christopher Bell was predictable, given their history at Phoenix, but still a fitting finish between two of the track’s best performers.

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