Hey NASCAR fans, Bryan here! If you were looking for an action-packed, edge-of-your-seat kind of race, the Shriners Children’s 500 at Phoenix Raceway delivered in a big way.

This race had it all—intense lead battles, a dramatic late-race restart, underdog performances, and a photo-finish that saw Christopher Bell steal the win from his own teammate in the final moments.

Phoenix Raceway always brings an exciting blend of short-track racing and strategy-driven battles, and this time was no different. The flat, one-mile track is notorious for chewing up tires, making every pit stop critical, and creating plenty of bump-and-run action. Throw in 10 cautions, 17 lead changes, and a wild two-lap sprint to the finish, and you’ve got yourself a race that had everyone on their feet.

At the end of the day, Christopher Bell proved once again why he’s one of the hottest drivers in the Cup Series right now, securing his third consecutive win of 2025—but it wasn’t easy. Let’s break it all down, lap by lap, and see how the action unfolded!