Riley Herbst’s Stunning Indianapolis Win

Riley Herbst's Turn 4 Victory

Riley Herbst secured a thrilling win in the Pennzoil 250 with a dramatic final-lap maneuver, narrowly beating Aric Almirola.

Herbst's Playoff Spot Secured

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Stewart-Haas Racing's Dominance

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Key Moments of the Race

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SHR’s Performance Overview

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Notable Finishes of Competitors

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Rookie Shane van Gisbergen’s Performance

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Sheldon Creed and Austin Hill’s Results

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Early Race Incident Impact

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Points Battle Intensifies

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