# NASCAR THRILLS: LOGANO RETURNS TO VICTORY LANE AT TEXAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY
In an exhilarating display of skill and determination, Joey Logano claimed his 37th career NASCAR Cup Series victory at the Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway on Sunday, May 4th. The Team Penske driver, who was disqualified at last week's race for a technical infraction, found redemption on the 1.5-mile oval in dramatic fashion.
## Race Highlights
Logano's path to victory wasn't straightforward, as the race extended into overtime with a nail-biting finish. After being stacked up on the restart, Logano managed to pull away from the field while chaos ensued behind him[2][4]. Ross Chastain made a strong move to the inside, battling for second position, while Ricky Stenhouse Jr. fought through the middle of the pack for fourth place[2].
The final lap saw Kyle Larson and Erik Jones surrounded by competitors as they navigated through traffic, but it was Logano who maintained his composure, taking the checkered flag in the AAA-sponsored Ford for Roger Penske[2]. This victory was particularly sweet for Logano, who had finished fifth last week but was disqualified when officials discovered a missing nut on his car's spoiler brace[2].
Carson Hocevar in the #77 car had secured pole position for the race, demonstrating the rookie's growing confidence at the Cup Series level[3].
## Season Context
The Würth 400 marked the 11th race of the 36-race NASCAR Cup Series schedule for 2025. Looking at the season so far, several drivers have shown strong form:
- Chase Elliott won the season-opening Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium
- Chase Briscoe took victory in the prestigious DAYTONA 500
- Defending champion Ryan Blaney won the Ambetter Health 400[3]
## Looking Ahead
The NASCAR Cup Series continues its exciting schedule with the AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway on May 11th[3]. Following that, the action shifts to North Wilkesboro Speedway for the NASCAR All-Star weekend on May 18th, featuring both the All-Star Open and the main All-Star Race[3].
## Other Racing Series
While NASCAR dominated the headlines on Sunday, it's worth noting that the 2025 racing season is in full swing across multiple series. Formula 1 and IndyCar continue their schedules, with fans eagerly anticipating upcoming races in those championships as well.
For NASCAR enthusiasts, Joey Logano's victory at Texas serves as another reminder of the unpredictable nature of stock car racing at the highest level. After facing disappointment the previous week, Logano's ability to bounce back with a commanding performance demonstrates why he remains one of the premier talents in the sport.
With the season approaching its one-third mark, the championship battle is heating up. Drivers and teams will continue fine-tuning their strategies and setups as they look toward the summer stretch of races and, ultimately, the playoffs.