Joey Logano’s On-Track Disaster

Early Chaos at Sonoma

Miscommunication led to Logano's ill-timed pit stop, causing a collision with Briscoe and affecting other drivers.

Logano's Damage

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Collateral Damage

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Stage 1 Results

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Logano's Struggles

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Cindric's Mid-Pack Position

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Blaney's Consistency

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Reddick's Dominance

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Strategic Adjustments Needed

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Assessing the Impact

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