The second-generation driver from Dawsonville, GA, prevailed in a late shootout against NASCAR's elite to win the million dollar prize at Thunder Valley.
In his return since being diagnosed with COVID-19, the seven-time Cup champion had a potential-winning shot derailed by a late incident at the Bluegrass State.
The Cup rookie from California made a bold four-wide pass for the lead on the final lap against NASCAR's elite to grab his first series win at the Bluegrass State.
In the five NASCAR Cup Series events at COTA, Hendrick Motorsports leads all teams in wins (two), poles (two), top fives (10), top 10s (12) and laps led (83).