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Ty Gibbs captured his first NASCAR Cup Series win in overtime at Bristol's Food City 500, finishing ahead of Ryan Blaney and Kyle Larson; the article provides the full finishing order and notes NASCAR will race weekly through early August, with a Kansas stop next.
For the Food City 500 at Bristol, expect a 500-lap grind where 1–3 dominators are essential. Top targets include Ryan Blaney (pole, top practice FLAGS) and Kyle Larson, with Tyler Reddick, Chase Briscoe, Denny Hamlin, and Christopher Bell in the next tier. Value plays to consider are Carson Hocevar (cheap and solid), Alex Bowman (upside in tournaments), AJ Allmendinger, and rookie Connor Zilisch (model underprojection; boost his projections manually). Practice data exists but is less predictive at Bristol, so rely on a mix of historical track metrics and the model’s Perfect% signals. Use FantasyLabs tools (Lineup Optimizer/Builder) to create up to 300 lineups and reference their projections for optimal cash-game and tournament strategy.
The NASCAR Cup Series spring Bristol race returns to concrete after three years on dirt, with the 2024 season featuring an even shorter track than Phoenix Raceway. The race is known for its intense competition and heated tempers due to the track's unique characteristics. The event is set to take place on Sunday with favorable weather conditions, and fans can watch the Food City 500 on FOX at 3:30 p.m. ET.