rifan muazinAs the checkered flag waved on the 2025 NASCAR season, the roar of the engines subsided, leaving behind a legacy of thrilling, photo-finish battles across all three national series. Motorsport.com, in its annual tradition, has meticulously cataloged the ten closest contests, revealing a season defined by razor-thin margins and dramatic overtakes. While the overall intensity was palpable, a surprising fact emerged: the closest finish of the year would have only secured fifth place in the 2024 rankings, underscoring the consistently high level of competition.
The premier NASCAR Cup Series once again proved its mettle, contributing five of the top ten closest finishes. The NASCAR Xfinity Series followed with three, while the Craftsman Truck Series, against expectations, delivered the absolute closest finish of the entire season. Phoenix Raceway emerged as an unexpected focal point, hosting three of these nail-biting encounters. Predictably, the high-speed drafting ovals of Talladega, Daytona, and Atlanta also featured prominently, environments renowned for their pack racing and unpredictable conclusions.
The Top Ten Closest Finishes of the 2025 NASCAR Season:
10. NASCAR Xfinity Series – Talladega Superspeedway (Fall): Austin Hill vs. Carson Kvapil (0.105 seconds)
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The fall visit to Talladega proved to be an overtime thriller. Austin Hill, demonstrating mastery of superspeedway racing, controlled an unorganized pack. Nick Sanchez, attempting a late charge, found himself nudged into the wall by a pusher, leaving Hill to defend his lead against a charging field. Despite the proximity of rivals, Hill held on, solidifying his status as a superspeedway specialist.
9. NASCAR Xfinity Series – Atlanta Motor Speedway (Summer): Nick Sanchez vs. Carson Kvapil (0.104 seconds)
Carson Kvapil found himself on the losing end of another photo finish, continuing his quest for a maiden national series victory. At Atlanta Motor Speedway, Nick Sanchez secured his first win in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. Leading at the white flag, Sanchez maintained his position as rivals struggled to build momentum in single file behind him, ultimately crossing the line victorious.
8. NASCAR Cup Series – Phoenix Raceway (Season Finale): Ryan Blaney vs. Brad Keselowski (0.097 seconds)
The season finale at Phoenix Raceway, while primarily focused on the championship decider, also provided a captivating duel for the race win. Brad Keselowski, opting to stay out on older tires, gambled for RFK Racing’s first win of 2025. However, a slight overshoot on the final corner allowed Ryan Blaney to capitalize, diving underneath and snatching the checkered flag. The battle for second place was equally intense, with three cars running side-by-side.
7. NASCAR Cup Series – Kansas Speedway (Fall): Chase Elliott vs. Denny Hamlin (0.069 seconds)
A chaotic conclusion at Kansas Speedway saw Chase Elliott emerge victorious. Denny Hamlin, engaged in a fierce battle with Bubba Wallace, inadvertently pushed Wallace’s car into the outside wall. Elliott, seizing the opportunity, surged past on the inside, engaging in a door-to-door duel with Hamlin in the closing moments to steal the win with a remarkable final lap maneuver.
6. NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series – Talladega Superspeedway (Fall): Gio Ruggiero vs. Corey Heim (0.059 seconds)
The Craftsman Truck Series delivered a dramatic upset at Talladega, with rookie Gio Ruggiero securing his first career victory. He was forced to defend valiantly against his teammate and newly crowned series champion, Corey Heim, in a thrilling drag race to the finish line. Heim attempted a last-ditch outside move, but Ruggiero executed a strong block, holding on by the slimmest of margins.
5. NASCAR Cup Series – Phoenix Raceway (Spring): Christopher Bell vs. Denny Hamlin (0.049 seconds)
Phoenix Raceway once again played host to a heart-stopping finish, this time in the spring Cup Series race. Two Joe Gibbs Racing teammates, Christopher Bell and Denny Hamlin, battled intensely in the closing laps. Bell ultimately edged out Hamlin at the line, extending his impressive streak to three consecutive wins, a remarkable feat early in the season.
4. NASCAR Xfinity Series – Phoenix Raceway (Spring): Aric Almirola vs. Alex Bowman (0.045 seconds)
The Xfinity Series also witnessed a dramatic finish at Phoenix. In an overtime skirmish, Alex Bowman executed a daring four-wide pass to take the lead. However, Aric Almirola fought back, getting alongside Bowman. As they exited the final corner, Almirola pushed up, making contact with Bowman and sending him into the wall, allowing Almirola to reclaim the lead and secure the victory in a contentious finish.
3. NASCAR Cup Series – Daytona International Speedway (Summer): Ryan Blaney vs. Daniel Suarez (0.031 seconds)
The regular-season finale at Daytona International Speedway delivered an unforgettable spectacle. Ryan Blaney orchestrated a remarkable comeback, charging from outside the top ten with just two laps remaining. At the finish line, a near four-wide battle ensued, with Cole Custer and Justin Haley also in contention. Daniel Suarez ultimately finished the closest to Blaney, separated by a mere 0.031 seconds in a breathtaking display of drafting prowess.
2. NASCAR Cup Series – Talladega Superspeedway (Spring): Austin Cindric vs. Ryan Preece (0.022 seconds) – Disqualified
This close encounter at Talladega carries an asterisk due to a post-race disqualification. Ryan Preece was on the cusp of his maiden Cup Series victory, engaged in a fierce drag race with Austin Cindric. Cindric, benefiting from the draft of lapped cars, managed to edge ahead by a nose. However, Preece was subsequently disqualified for failing post-race inspection, altering the official result but not diminishing the on-track drama.
1. NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series – Atlanta Motor Speedway (Spring): Kyle Busch vs. Stewart Friesen (0.017 seconds)
The closest finish of the entire 2025 NASCAR season unfolded at Atlanta Motor Speedway in the Craftsman Truck Series. Stewart Friesen, seeking to end a winless drought dating back to 2022, battled Kyle Busch, who aimed to extend his record as the winningest driver in Truck Series history. Friesen held a slight advantage exiting the final corner, but Busch, employing a masterful side-draft, clawed his way forward. In a finish decided by the narrowest of margins, Busch edged out Friesen by a mere 0.017 seconds, securing a memorable victory in his No. 7 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet.
The 2025 NASCAR season, as evidenced by these remarkable finishes, provided ample evidence of the sport’s enduring appeal. The close racing, strategic battles, and unpredictable outcomes continue to captivate audiences, promising an equally exciting future for stock car racing.
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