Byron discusses final pit cycle impact at Chicagoland
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 3:03 AM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
William Byron addressed the final pit cycle during the race at Chicagoland Speedway on July 6. Despite being jumped in the cycle, Byron did not believe this affected the outcome, as he noted race winner Chase Briscoe pulled away. Byron acknowledged he had been competitive but saw no significance in the pit timing. Insights from Byron may inform team strategy for future races.
- •Byron raced at Chicagoland Speedway on July 6.
- •He was jumped on the final pit cycle.
- •Byron felt the pit stop timing did not affect his result.
- •Chase Briscoe won the race.
- •Byron remains focused on improving performance.
- 3:03 AMRacer — Byron doesn't believe pit cycle made difference in Chicagoland finish
"William Byron and his Hendrick Motorsports team were jumped on the final pit cycle Sunday at Chicagoland Speedway, but the driver didn’t think that was what made the difference.“Ultimately, he pulled away from me in that run anyway,” Byron said of race winner Chase Briscoe. “I got close with probably...
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