The 2024 BetRivers 200 at Dover Motor Speedway had everything—weather drama, overtime chaos, breakout performances, and playoff pressure. Held on April 27 as the 10th race of the NASCAR Xfinity Series season, this 208-lap battle at the Monster Mile reinforced why Dover remains one of the most unpredictable and pivotal races on the calendar. From a dominant early leader to a late-race stunner, this event reshaped the season’s trajectory in ways no one expected.
Key Highlights
Ryan Truex claimed his second career Xfinity Series win, both at Dover
Cole Custer led 95 laps but fell to fifth after pit strategy and late cautions
Carson Kvapil earned a career-best second-place finish in a breakout run
Anthony Alfredo won the final Dash 4 Cash bonus with a ninth-place finish
Multiple overtime restarts pushed the race to 208 laps, adding late chaos
Monster Mile Delivers with Truex’s Clutch Win
What started as a routine race turned into one of the wildest finishes of the 2024 season. The BetRivers 200 was originally set for 200 laps, but after a rash of cautions in the closing stages, it extended to 208 laps and featured four overtime restarts. Veteran and rookie drivers alike were thrown into a pressure cooker, and when the dust settled, it was Ryan Truex who found redemption and a second career win at his home track.
Driving the No. 20 Toyota for Joe Gibbs Racing, Truex waited patiently in the top 10 while chaos unfolded ahead. Cole Custer, the dominant force for most of the day with 95 laps led and a Stage 2 win, seemed poised for victory until a late red flag for rain altered strategies across pit road. Custer dropped back in the order after pitting and was unable to reclaim control as the restarts piled up.
Meanwhile, Carson Kvapil, running a part-time schedule for JR Motorsports, nearly stole the show. He surged to the front in the final overtime restart, leading into Turn 1. However, Truex executed a clean pass on the inside and grabbed the lead. Moments later, a multi-car crash froze the field under caution, handing Truex the win.
“It means a lot to win here again, especially the way we did it. Dover always feels special for me.” – Ryan Truex
Kvapil finished second, a career-best, and Sam Mayer, also of JR Motorsports, rounded out the podium in third. Alex Bowman, driving an Xfinity start for Hendrick-affiliated JR Motorsports, ran well but finished outside the top five. Anthony Alfredo crossed the line ninth but walked away with the Dash 4 Cash bonus prize.
Custer’s Near Miss and Chevrolet’s Strength
Custer’s race was almost flawless—until it wasn’t. From winning Stage 2 to maintaining pace through the middle stages, he controlled much of the afternoon. However, the late rain delay caused a shakeup in pit strategy, forcing Custer to play catch-up in the final sprints. Although he fought back valiantly, the #00 Ford finished fifth.
“We had the car to beat, but at Dover, you know it’s never over, especially with those late cautions.” – Cole Custer
Despite the setback, Custer collected valuable stage points and continues to build a strong season résumé. Chevrolet teams, particularly JR Motorsports, gained momentum with Mayer and Kvapil standing tall on the podium. The Bowtie Brigade showed renewed form after several up-and-down results this spring, a trend that could spell trouble for the rest of the field moving deeper into the summer schedule.
Rain Delay, Overtime Mayhem, and Dash 4 Cash Drama
A brief red flag for rain around Lap 180 added more spice to an already complex afternoon. The delay opened the door for bold pit calls, but also added a layer of uncertainty to the finish. With the track dry again, the race resumed under increased pressure. The final 20 laps featured several spins and wrecks, triggering four separate overtime attempts.
During the Dash 4 Cash finale, Anthony Alfredo prevailed over Riley Herbst and two other eligible drivers to earn the $100,000 bonus. Alfredo’s ninth-place result highlighted the strength of mid-tier teams when strategy and chaos level the playing field. For Our Motorsports, it marked one of the team’s biggest moments of 2024.
“We knew we had to beat those guys in our group and just stay clean. Really proud of this whole team.” – Anthony Alfredo
Impacts on the Championship Chase
While Truex’s win was celebrated, it did not count toward playoff eligibility due to his part-time status. That meant another missed opportunity for full-time drivers like Austin Hill, Chandler Smith, and Sam Mayer to secure a postseason berth. With 10 races now complete, the Xfinity Series title battle is heating up.
Cole Custer remains a top contender despite his late misfortune, while Jesse Love, the top rookie from Richard Childress Racing, continued his steady run with another top-10 result. The points race tightens each week, and every missed chance at a win adds pressure as the summer stretch nears.
Kvapil’s runner-up finish could signal more starts—and possibly more headlines—for the young prospect, while Mayer’s return to form gives JR Motorsports a one-two punch heading into the next stretch of races. Alfredo’s bonus win puts Our Motorsports in the conversation, even if only briefly, about who can punch above their weight class on the right day.
News in Brief: 2024 Dover’s BetRivers 200 Recap
Ryan Truex captured his second career NASCAR Xfinity Series win—both at Dover—by surviving four overtime restarts to win the 2024 BetRivers 200. Cole Custer led 95 laps but finished fifth after late cautions and pit strategy altered the race. Carson Kvapil finished second in a breakout performance, while Sam Mayer claimed third. Anthony Alfredo won the final Dash 4 Cash prize by finishing ninth. Title contenders were denied key playoff points as Truex, a part-timer, claimed the victory.
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