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Drivers’ reactions following Shane van Gisbergen’s Cup victory at Charlotte Roval

Van Gisbergen Claims First Cup Victory at Charlotte Roval

Shane van Gisbergen won his first NASCAR Cup Series race at Charlotte Roval on October 5, 2025, while final lap drama determined playoff advancement.

  • Van Gisbergen wins first Cup Series race
  • Larson finishes second at Charlotte Roval October 2025
  • Christopher Bell secures third place in playoffs
  • Chastain eliminated after final lap crash incident
  • Logano advances to Round of 8 playoffs
  • William Byron Tyler Reddick advance to playoffs
  • Ryan Blaney Denny Hamlin reach Round 8
  • Chase Elliott secures playoff spot finishing eighth

Shane van Gisbergen secured his first NASCAR Cup Series victory on October 5, 2025, at the Charlotte Roval, dominating the Bank of America ROVAL 400 in a performance that showcased his road course expertise. [1][2] The Trackhouse Racing driver held off championship contenders Kyle Larson and Christopher Bell to claim the checkered flag in the Round of 12 playoff finale. [3][4] The race also featured dramatic final lap chaos between Ross Chastain and Denny Hamlin that shaped the playoff picture, allowing Joey Logano to advance to the Round of 8. [5][6]

Van Gisbergen Dominates Charlotte Roval

The New Zealand native led 25 of 109 laps and executed a flawless race strategy to earn his maiden Cup Series triumph. [1] Van Gisbergen started the race from the 27th position but quickly worked his way through the field, taking the lead during the final stage. [2][7]

It was really exciting racing with Kyle and Christopher, van Gisbergen said after the race. I thought I lost it at the start of Stage 3, but the adjustments we made to the car were perfect. It was just fun out there. [4] The victory marked a significant milestone for the driver who transitioned to NASCAR full time in 2024 after a successful career in Australian Supercars. [8]

Race Performance and Strategy

Van Gisbergen’s winning strategy included strong pit stops and precise tire management throughout the 109 lap race. [2] His Trackhouse Racing team executed critical adjustments during Stage 3 that allowed him to maintain his lead over Larson and Bell in the closing laps. [3] The driver finished with a comfortable margin over second place finisher Larson. [9]

Top Finishers and Driver Reactions

Kyle Larson crossed the finish line in second place, his best result at the Charlotte Roval in 2025. [4] Our team gave me a great car today, Larson said. Shane was just too strong. We gave it everything we had, but he was the class of the field. [4] Larson’s second place finish helped solidify his position in the playoff standings heading into the Round of 8. [6]

Christopher Bell rounded out the podium in third place after battling with Larson throughout the final stage. [4][9] Bell acknowledged van Gisbergen’s dominance, stating he struggled to match the pace of the race winner. [4] Chris Buescher finished fourth, while Michael McDowell secured fifth place. [9]

Mid Pack Finishers

Chase Elliott finished eighth and felt satisfied with his performance despite a challenging race strategy. [4][10] It felt solid for where we were at, Elliott said. The strategy did not go our way, but I thought it was a pretty respectable day. [4] Other notable finishers included AJ Allmendinger in sixth and Ty Gibbs in seventh. [9]

Playoff Drama and Final Lap Chaos

The race’s most dramatic moment occurred on the final lap when Ross Chastain made a desperate move on Denny Hamlin in a last ditch effort to gain positions and advance in the playoffs. [5][6] Chastain’s aggressive maneuver resulted in contact with Hamlin, sending Chastain spinning and dropping him to a 21st place finish. [5][9]

I made too many unforced errors today, Chastain said after the race. That final move was all I had left. It did not work out, and I take full responsibility. [4] The incident eliminated Chastain from playoff contention while Hamlin, who was not aware of the full playoff implications at the time, finished 13th. [4][6]

Logano Advances to Round of 8

Joey Logano benefited from the final lap chaos, advancing to the Round of 8 despite finishing 20th. [4][6] This is what the playoffs are all about, Logano said. It is drama, it is intensity, and you have to survive. We did that today. [4] The two time champion joined seven other drivers in moving forward to compete for the NASCAR Cup Series championship. [6][11]

Playoff Standings After Charlotte

Following the Charlotte Roval race, eight drivers advanced to the Round of 8. [6][11] William Byron, Tyler Reddick, Christopher Bell, Kyle Larson, Ryan Blaney, Denny Hamlin, Joey Logano, and Chase Elliott all secured their spots in the next round. [11] The eliminations included Ross Chastain, Alex Bowman, Chase Briscoe, and Daniel Suarez. [6][11]

The Round of 8 will begin at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, where drivers will compete for four spots in the Championship 4 at Phoenix Raceway. [11] Van Gisbergen’s victory, while not affecting the playoff standings directly since he was not eligible for the playoffs, demonstrated the competitive depth of the Cup Series field. [1][2]

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Who won the Charlotte Roval race on October 5 2025?

Shane van Gisbergen won the Bank of America ROVAL 400 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on October 5, 2025. This was his first NASCAR Cup Series victory, driving for Trackhouse Racing. He led 25 of 109 laps and held off Kyle Larson and Christopher Bell.

Which drivers advanced to the Round of 8 playoffs?

Eight drivers advanced to the Round of 8 after Charlotte Roval. William Byron, Tyler Reddick, Christopher Bell, Kyle Larson, Ryan Blaney, Denny Hamlin, Joey Logano, and Chase Elliott all secured their spots. Ross Chastain, Alex Bowman, Chase Briscoe, and Daniel Suarez were eliminated from playoff contention.

What happened on the final lap between Chastain and Hamlin?

Ross Chastain made an aggressive last lap move on Denny Hamlin in an attempt to gain positions and advance in the playoffs. The contact sent Chastain spinning, dropping him to 21st place. This eliminated Chastain from playoff contention while helping Joey Logano advance to the Round of 8.