Chase Elliott’s No. 9 UniFirst Chevy Wins Martinsville by 0.565 Seconds after Leading 84 Laps
Chase Elliott drove the No. 9 UniFirst Chevrolet to victory at Martinsville Speedway, leading 84 laps and winning by 0.565 seconds using a short-pit strategy. The win is Elliott’s first of 2026 and highlights UniFirst’s partnership with Hendrick Motorsports as Official Workwear Provider.
1. Martinsville Victory Details
Chase Elliott piloted the No. 9 UniFirst Chevrolet to a commanding win at Martinsville Speedway on March 29, leading 84 of 500 laps. A pivotal short-pit stop on lap 261 enabled him to edge out Denny Hamlin by 0.565 seconds for his first 2026 Cup victory and 22nd career win.
2. UniFirst and Hendrick Motorsports Partnership
UniFirst serves as the Official Workwear Provider for Hendrick Motorsports, supporting more than 16,000 Team Partners. The Martinsville triumph underscores the alignment of UniFirst’s commitment to performance and the racing team’s competitive strategy, amplifying brand visibility at a high-profile event.
3. Upcoming Sponsorship Schedule
The No. 9 UniFirst Chevrolet returns on August 15 at Richmond Raceway for its next primary sponsorship appearance, followed by races at Charlotte Motor Speedway on October 11 and Martinsville Speedway on November 1. This schedule offers continued marketing exposure during key playoff events.