Christopher Bell wins NASCAR Trucks race at Bristol

The Cup Series driver took the checkered flag in the Tennessee Army National Guard 250 event.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 7:24am

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An extreme close-up of a NASCAR Trucks race at Bristol Motor Speedway, with the cars and drivers rendered in a vibrant, expressionist style using rapid brushstrokes and neon colors, capturing the raw energy and movement of the competition.Christopher Bell's late-race charge propels him to victory in the high-octane Tennessee Army National Guard 250 Trucks event at Bristol Motor Speedway.Bristol Today

Christopher Bell, a full-time NASCAR Cup Series driver, won the Tennessee Army National Guard 250 NASCAR Trucks race at Bristol Motor Speedway on Friday. Bell was driving the No. 62 Halmar Friesen Toyota and was thrilled to have the opportunity to compete in the Trucks event.

Why it matters

Bell's victory in the Bristol Trucks race showcases his versatility as a driver, able to compete and win in multiple NASCAR series. This result will likely boost his profile and reputation within the sport.

The details

Bell took the lead late in the race and held on to claim the checkered flag in the Tennessee Army National Guard 250 at Bristol Motor Speedway. The win came while Bell was driving the No. 62 Halmar Friesen Toyota, a departure from his usual Cup Series ride.

  • The Tennessee Army National Guard 250 NASCAR Trucks race took place on Friday, April 11, 2026 at Bristol Motor Speedway.

The players

Christopher Bell

A full-time driver in the NASCAR Cup Series who won the Tennessee Army National Guard 250 Trucks race at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Halmar Friesen Racing

The team that fielded the No. 62 Toyota that Christopher Bell drove to victory in the Bristol Trucks race.

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What they’re saying

“I was thrilled to have the opportunity to drive the No. 62 Halmar Friesen Toyota today. It's always fun to get behind the wheel of a different car and compete in a different series.”

— Christopher Bell

The takeaway

Christopher Bell's victory in the Bristol Trucks race demonstrates his versatility as a NASCAR driver, able to compete and win across multiple series. This result will likely raise his profile and reputation within the sport.