Rajah Caruth triumphed in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Victoria’s Voice Foundation 200, held at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Caruth, driving the No. 71 Chevrolet for Spire Motorsports, secured his first pole position and clinched his first victory in the truck series.
The pivotal moment of the race unfolded during the last pit stop, where Caruth and his skilled team executed flawlessly, propelling him to the front of the pack. This maneuver ultimately led him to victory.
Caruth's achievement holds historical significance as he becomes the third African-American driver to win a race in the NASCAR national series, following in the footsteps of Wendell Scott and Bubba Wallace. His victory serves as a testament to his talent.
Behind Caruth, a fierce battle unfolded among the contenders, with Tyler Ankrum, Corey Heim, Taylor Gray, and Christopher Bell finishing in the top five. Despite facing challenges throughout the race, including a penalty for speeding on pit road, Ty Majeski showed remarkable resilience, securing a notable top-ten finish.
As Caruth continues to rise through the ranks of NASCAR, his journey serves as an inspiration for both aspiring drivers and sports enthusiasts. From his roots in NASCAR's Drive for Diversity Driver Development Program to his current standing as a prominent contender in the Truck Series, Caruth embodies the spirit of determination and resilience.
Looking ahead, the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series gears up for its next chapter at Bristol Motor Speedway on March 16th.
| Final Position | Driver | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rajah Caruth (#71) | HendrickCars.com Chevrolet |
| 2 | Tyler Ankrum (#18) | LiUNA! Chevrolet |
| 3 | Corey Heim (#11) | Safelite Toyota |
| 4 | Taylor Gray (#17) | Mobil 1 Toyota |
| 5 | Christopher Bell(i) (#1) | Mobil 1 Toyota |
| 6 | Christian Eckes (#19) | NAPA Auto Care Chevrolet |
| 7 | Matt Crafton (#88) | Black Label Bacon/Menards Ford |
| 8 | Zane Smith(i) (#91) | Instacoat Premium Products Chevrolet |
| 9 | Grant Enfinger (#9) | Champion Power Equipment Chevrolet |
| 10 | Ty Majeski (#98) | Curb Records 60 Years Ford |
| 11 | Jake Garcia (#13) | Quanta Services Ford |
| 12 | Bret Holmes (#32) | Precision Garage Door Chevrolet |
| 13 | Ben Rhodes (#99) | Kubota Ford |
| 14 | Conner Jones (#66) | Cincinnati Ford |
| 15 | Kyle Busch(i) (#7) | Group 1001 Chevrolet |
| 16 | Chase Purdy (#77) | Bama Buggies Chevrolet |
| 17 | Nick Sanchez (#2) | Gainbridge Chevrolet |
| 18 | Stewart Friesen (#52) | Halmar International Toyota |
| 19 | Connor Mosack (#45) | Chevy Accessories Chevrolet |
| 20 | Tanner Gray (#15) | Dead On Tools Toyota |
| 21 | Mason Massey (#02) | Anderson Power Services Chevrolet |
| 22 | Layne Riggs (#38) | Love's RV Stops Ford |
| 23 | Lawless Alan (#33) | AUTOChargit Mobile Ford |
| 24 | Daniel Dye (#43) | NAPA Nightvision Chevrolet |
| 25 | Thad Moffitt (#46) | South Point Hotel & Casino Chevrolet |
| 26 | Ty Dillon (#25) | Rackley Roofing Chevrolet |
| 27 | Keith McGee (#22) | More Core Ford |
| 28 | Bayley Currey (#41) | Niece Chevrolet |
| 29 | Spencer Boyd (#76) | Nor-Cal Equipment Rentals Chevrolet |
| 30 | Dean Thompson (#5) | Thompson Pipe Group Toyota |
| 31 | Matt Mills (#42) | J.F. Electric/Utilitra Chevrolet |
| 32 | Timmy Hill (#56) | Coble Enterprises/UNITS Toyota |
