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Chase Elliott won the Cook Out 400 at Martinsville Speedway for his first NASCAR Cup Series victory of the season, riding a late two-stop gamble to defeat Denny Hamlin and Joey Logano as Hendrick Motorsports celebrated. Hamlin finished runner-up, Logano third, with Ty Gibbs fourth and William Byron fifth, setting the stage for an Easter break and a strong early push for Elliott and his team.
Chase Elliott pulled off a bold late-race gamble at Martinsville, short-pitting on the final green-flag cycle for a two-stop plan and taking the lead on the last restart to hold off Denny Hamlin for Hendrick Motorsports’ first NASCAR Cup win of 2026.
Denny Hamlin dominated the Cook Out 400 at Martinsville, leading a race-high 292 laps, but late cautions shuffled the field and Chase Elliott sprinted away to win his first race of 2026, with Hamlin finishing second after signaling rear-end trouble late in the race; the result underscores NASCAR’s new format where a single dominant day doesn’t guarantee a win.
Tyler Reddick edged a chaotic Daytona 500 for 23XI Racing in a dramatic, green-flag finish, while Chase Elliott led late but was involved in the final crash; the race produced a 20-car pileup, highlighted Spire Motorsports’ near‑win and collapse, and saw Riley Herbst drawing mixed praise amid the chaos as NASCAR earned praise for its race management.
Half the Daytona 500 field was wiped out by a massive wreck on Lap 124 when Justin Allgaier bumped Denny Hamlin, triggering chaos that eliminated 17 cars; Bubba Wallace inherited the stage lead, while Chase Elliott looked set to win before the crash ended his bid.
A writer ranks all 41 Daytona 500 entrants from 41st to 1st by chances to win, weighing past performance at Daytona and similar drafting tracks alongside gut feel. The field includes a mix of veterans, rookies, and drafting-track specialists, with Chase Elliott positioned as the favorite after winning his qualifying race and Kyle Busch starting on the pole.
Chase Elliott finished 8th in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series, securing 2 wins and 11 top-five finishes, with a notable victory at Atlanta and a strong playoff performance, though he did not win the championship. His season showed significant progress, especially in the playoffs, and he remains optimistic about future success.
Chase Elliott's No. 9 Prime Video Chevrolet for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series has been unveiled, with the car scheduled to race three times in 2026 at Talladega, Texas, and Dover Motor Speedway.
Chase Elliott won the Kansas Cup race, advancing to the Round of 8, with notable performances from William Byron, Christopher Bell, and Chase Briscoe. Zane Smith and Denny Hamlin faced setbacks, while Team Penske struggled with only one driver in a good position heading into the next race.
Denny Hamlin's late move during the Kansas Speedway race, which damaged Bubba Wallace's chances, ultimately benefited Chase Elliott, who won the race and secured an automatic playoff spot, while Hamlin and Wallace faced setbacks in the NASCAR standings.
Chase Elliott won a dramatic overtime finish at Kansas Speedway, securing his second win of the season and advancing to the NASCAR Cup Series Round of 8, after narrowly beating Denny Hamlin in a chaotic race filled with crashes and intense battles.
Chase Elliott won the NASCAR Cup race at Kansas Speedway in a dramatic finish, outdueling Denny Hamlin, who faced mechanical issues. Drivers shared their reactions, highlighting the race's unpredictability and their performances, with Elliott expressing pride and excitement, while others discussed their strategies and challenges faced during the race.
Denny Hamlin won the NASCAR Cup playoff race at WWT Raceway, advancing to the second round and earning his 59th career victory, while Toyota continued its dominance in the playoffs. Chase Elliott finished third, the best for Hendrick Motorsports in four races, and Legacy Motor Club saw strong finishes. Losers included Josh Berry, Kyle Larson, and Christopher Bell, who faced setbacks and frustrations in the race.
Josh Berry's race at Gateway was cut short after a collision with Chase Elliott, which sent Berry's car into the wall.
Chase Elliott, the points leader in the NASCAR Cup Series, is aiming for his first victory at the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, a race that holds personal significance for him as the son of a former winner. Currently leading the standings and seeking to secure more playoff points, Elliott is motivated to capitalize on his momentum and achieve his long-standing goal of winning at the iconic track.