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Rajah Caruth Shines Under the Lights: Dominant Win at Nashville


In what may go down as one of the most defining moments of the 2025 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season, Rajah Caruth put together a commanding performance Friday night at Nashville Superspeedway, capturing his second career victory in the Truck Series and his first of the season.


Driving the No. 71 Chevrolet for Spire Motorsports, Caruth started 10th but wasted little time working his way to the front. Once there, he never looked back. He led a race high 61 laps, including the final 47, fending off late challenges from Corey Heim and Layne Riggs to take the checkered flag in the Rackley Roofing 200.


“This one means a lot,” Caruth said post-race. “We’ve been close all year, and the team just nailed it tonight. From pit stops to adjustments, everything clicked.”


The victory is a huge momentum boost for Caruth, who continues to solidify himself as one of the brightest young stars in NASCAR. After earning his first career win in 2024, many wondered if and when he’d be able to repeat. Friday night gave them a clear answer.


The race saw stage wins by Heim and Riggs, but it was Caruth’s team that delivered when it mattered most. Smooth execution during pit stops allowed him to exit pit road first after Stage 2, a move that ultimately put him in control for the race’s final green flag run.


Final Top 10 – Rackley Roofing 200:


1. Rajah Caruth



2. Corey Heim



3. Layne Riggs



4. Daniel Hemric



5. Corey Day



6. Kaden Honeycutt



7. Chandler Smith



8. Ty Majeski



9. Bayley Currey



10. Grant Enfinger




The win not only adds to Caruth’s growing résumé but also places him firmly in the playoff conversation as the 2025 season reaches its midpoint. With support from Spire Motorsports and HendrickCars.com, Caruth appears well equipped for a strong second half.


For Caruth, a Washington, D.C. native who has been steadily climbing the ranks, this win serves as both validation and fuel. The Truck Series is full of talent, but Caruth is showing he belongs near the top.


With confidence high and momentum on his side, don't be surprised if Friday night’s triumph in Music City turns out to be a pivotal turning point in Caruth’s rise through the NASCAR ranks.

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