Tyler Ankrum wins Black's Tire 200 at Rockingham

Tyler Ankrum ended a 130-race winless streak by claiming victory in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Black’s Tire 200 at Rockingham Speedway, marking his second career Truck Series win and his first since 2019. The race, notable for being NASCAR’s first return to Rockingham in 12 years, saw Ankrum skillfully conserve fuel as multiple competitors ran dry in the closing laps, allowing him to secure the win for McAnally-Hilgemann Racing and earn a $50,000 Triple Truck Challenge bonus. Jake Garcia, Daniel Hemric, Rajah Caruth, and Grant Enfinger completed the top five finishers. The race featured several incidents, including early and mid-race crashes that resulted in two red flags, and strategic pit stops that reshuffled the lead. Ankrum’s victory also guarantees him a playoff spot, making it a significant achievement for both the driver and his team. The Truck Series will next race at Texas Motor Speedway.