Austin Hill Sets Superspeedway Record with Ninth Xfinity Win at Talladega

Austin Hill set a new NASCAR Xfinity Series record by claiming his ninth career superspeedway victory at Talladega, surpassing legends Dale Earnhardt and Tony Stewart. The win came after a chaotic final lap that saw a collision between Jesse Love and Connor Zilisch, resulting in a caution and the race ending under yellow flag conditions. Officials confirmed Hill was the leader when the field was frozen, edging out Jeb Burton and Love in a photo finish, though Burton and his team expressed frustration and considered protesting the result. The incident between Love and Zilisch, who are close friends, added emotional weight as both drivers reflected on the complexities and split-second decisions inherent in superspeedway racing. While some fans were disappointed by the race concluding under caution, NASCAR prioritized driver safety after Zilisch's heavy crash. Hill's Talladega victory marks his first at the track and his third win of the 2025 season, further cementing his reputation as a superspeedway specialist.