Christopher Bell narrowly edged out Kyle Larson in a thrilling sprint car showdown at Volusia Speedway Park, securing his first World of Outlaws victory in six years with a margin of just .05 seconds.

The race culminated in an intense three-lap battle after Emerson Axsom's late-race spin. Bell masterfully defended his position, keeping his Kreitz Racing No. 69K on the bottom in Turns 1 and 2, while Larson's Silva Motorsports No. 57 challenged from the high line.

Bell's victory, worth $12,000 and a Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals gator trophy, marks his sixth World of Outlaws win and his first since October 2019 at Tri-State Speedway. It's also the first Series win in Florida for the iconic No. 69K car owned by Don Kreitz Jr.

"It's absolutely incredible," Bell said. "Winning Outlaw races is my pride and joy. I don't have many of them to my name, and I'm just so thankful to be in the 69K and get to add another one."

Larson secured second place, following up his third-place finish from the previous night. Logan Schuchart completed the podium in the Shark Racing No. 1S, with David Gravel and Brad Sweet rounding out the top five.

Notable achievements from the night included Ryan Timms earning the KSE Racing Hard Charger award after advancing from 21st to 10th, and Kyle Larson claiming Simpson Quick Time honors. The event continues with night three at Volusia Speedway Park, featuring another $12,000 prize opportunity for the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars.

Related Articles

Previous Articles