Austin Cindric says he doesn't feel "special" after getting into victory lane at Talladega, but his win could be the boost that Team Penske desperately needs.

Austin Cindric gave Team Penske its first NASCAR victory of the season by holding off a huge pack of challengers over the closing lap in a rare drama-free Well, there was a tiny bit of drama: Penske teammate Joey Logano was furious following the end of Sunday’s second stage when Cindric didn’t push him and it allowed Toyota driver Bubba Wallace to win the stage.

Sunday's NASCAR Cup race at Talladega ended in a dramatic, but clean photo finish. Austin Cindric and Ryan Preece drag-raced to the line with a pair of Hendrick cars pushing them, but it was Cindric who edged ahead at the finish line in a thrilling photo finish.