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Ryan Preece wins at Daytona in overtime, clinches NASCAR Chase bid

Overtime at Daytona propels Ryan Preece into the NASCAR Chase, while a rival watches his bid slip away.

By · Published September 2, 2026  12:07 UTC · Updated September 2, 2026  14:55 UTC

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Ryan Preece secured a victory at Daytona in overtime, which guaranteed his spot in the NASCAR Chase. Shane van Gisbergen, who had won the first stage, did not advance to the Chase.

Epilogue added 56d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: Overtime at Daytona propels Ryan Preece into the NASCAR Chase, while a rival watches his bid slip away.
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The race extended into extra laps after a late‑caution, and the victory delivers the coveted Chase berth. The outcome directly benefits Preece and his team while sending former stage winner Shane van Gisbergen, also known as SVG, out of Chase contention. NBC Sports detailed the dramatic finish as Preece held off rivals in the final laps.

Motorsport.com highlighted Preece’s comment calling SVG a “hell of a race car driver” after the latter’s elimination. Jayski noted Preece’s composure under pressure, and Yahoo Sports reported SVG’s social‑media response following the missed Chase chance. The Daytona Beach News‑Journal posted the race results and a recap.

Preece now turns his focus to the upcoming Chase rounds, where he will compete for the championship. Van Gisbergen will return to regular season events, aiming to rebuild points after the setback. Teams will adjust strategies based on the new Chase lineup as the season progresses.

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What race did Ryan Preece win?

He won the Coke Zero 400 at Daytona in overtime.

How did the win affect the NASCAR Chase lineup?

The victory clinched a Chase spot for Preece and eliminated Shane van Gisbergen from qualifying.

What reactions were reported from the drivers?

Preece praised van Gisbergen as a “hell of a race car driver,” and van Gisbergen posted on social media after missing the Chase.

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Ryan Preece Daytona NASCAR Chase Coke Zero 400 Shane van Gisbergen

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