Preece, Logano Disqualified After Talladega Violations

Ryan Preece and Joey Logano were disqualified from the NASCAR Cup Series race at Talladega after post-race inspection found rear spoiler violations on their cars—an extra shim for Preece's No. 60 Ford and a missing bolt for Logano's No. 22 Ford. Both drivers fell to 38th and 39th place, respectively, retaining only one stage point each. Team Penske accepted Logano's disqualification, calling the loose bolt unintentional. Austin Cindric was confirmed as the race winner, earning an automatic playoff spot, while Kyle Larson moved up to second. NASCAR sent the cars of Larson, Josh Berry, Ty Dillon, and Bubba Wallace for additional inspection or engine testing. Bubba Wallace expressed satisfaction after benefiting from Logano's penalty.