Entering Bristol Motor Speedway, we had a few names in mind. The tricky 0.533 short track oval has been dominated most recently by Kyle Larson and Denny Hamlin. Hence, all eyes were on the Hendrick Motorsports and Joe Gibbs Racing drivers. However, both playoff contestants got off to slow starts for the Bass Pro Shops Night Race, with Larson and Hamlin fetching 5th and 6th starting spots. Meanwhile, a non-playoff contender, AJ Allmendinger, stole the limelight for Saturday night’s race.

The Kaulig Racing driver resumed his Cup Series duties in 2025 after two years and has put up impressive finishes. Having clinched 6 top tens and 2 top fives, AJ Allmendinger hoped to clinch his place in the playoffs. Although that did not happen, he is making up for it.

AJ Allmendinger dazzles after a lo

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