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FORT WORTH, TEXAS - MAY 04: Ryan Blaney, driver of the #12 Menards/Knauf Ford, and Michael McDowell, driver of the #71 Delaware Life Chevrolet, lead the field during the NASCAR Cup Series Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway on May 04, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

The NASCAR Cup Series race at Texas Motor Speedway ended without any changes after the NASCAR post-race inspection. The Würth 400 ran for 267 laps and featured several cautions and a late NASCAR overtime finish. After the race, teams waited in the garage as officials carried out detailed checks. Inspection can often affect Texas Motor Speedway race results, especially when rules are broken.

This time, that did not happen. Senior NASCAR editor Matt Weaver posted on X: “Post-race inspection is clear in the Cup Series garage. No issues. Results confirmed. No cars going back to the R&D facility.”

That update confirmed the NASCAR Cup Series results and ensured the Würth 400 results would stand as they were at the finish line.

NASCAR Cup Series Texas Motor Speedway Post-Inspection Confirms Final Results

The NASCAR Cup Series post-inspection at Texas Motor Speedway confirmed the final finishing order. Chase Elliott secured the win for Hendrick Motorsports after leading 87 laps. He stayed in control during the final restart and managed the gap to the finish. Elliott crossed the line 0.407 seconds ahead of Denny Hamlin. Alex Bowman followed in third.

The Chase Elliott Texas win marked his second victory of the 2026 season. NASCAR inspection results showed no issues with any of the top cars, so officials confirmed the results without sending any team for further checks or review.

Würth 400 Results Follow Late Overtime Finish

The Texas Motor Speedway NASCAR race included several key moments before the final result. Erik Jones won Stage 1, while Elliott took Stage 2 and later the race win. A late spin by Corey Heim brought out a caution and forced the NASCAR overtime finish.

That restart created a short run to the finish, where Elliott held his line and kept the lead. Drivers such as Tyler Reddick, Chris Buescher, and Daniel Suarez finished among the front group. The Würth 400 results reflected the race pace and strategy shown across all 267 laps.

NASCAR Inspection Results Show No Violations

NASCAR inspection results showed that all cars met the required standards. Officials checked body templates, ride height, engines, and wheel assemblies after the race. These checks ensure fairness and safety across the NASCAR Cup Series field. A failed inspection can change Texas Motor Speedway race results or lead to penalties and further review.

In this case, NASCAR confirmed there were no issues with aerodynamics, lug nuts, or powertrain components. No car was sent to the R&D Center for additional inspection. The NASCAR post-race inspection confirmed that all teams followed the rules, and the NASCAR Cup Series results remained final after the Würth 400.