Brad Keselowski raced to his third consecutive NASCAR Cup victory Sunday, persevering through a wreck-filled Sunday afternoon and roaring away from the field in overtime to claim the playoff opener. Keselowski secured team owner Roger Penske's 500th victory across all competitions with a resourceful performance amid trying circumstances and 99-degree Las Vegas heat. "To start off the playoffs with a win, that's really strong, let alone three in a row," Keselowski said. Eight of the 16 playoff drivers had various problems in the opener of the 10-race postseason. Four playoff drivers failed to finish — including co-leader Kevin Harvick, who wrecked with 120 laps to go when he blew his right front tire.

Source: Fox News September 16, 2018 23:52 UTC