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Kyle Larson won his second NASCAR Cup title at Phoenix Raceway, leveraging a strategic pit stop and an overtime restart to secure the victory, while Hendrick Motorsports celebrated its 15th championship. Ryan Blaney also had a notable season finish with four wins, and the race saw some setbacks for teams like Kaulig Racing and Bubba Wallace.
Denny Hamlin was in shock after losing the 2025 NASCAR Cup title in a dramatic finish at Phoenix Raceway, despite leading most of the race and having a strong season. A late caution and a strategic pit stop for four tires cost him the championship, which was won by Kyle Larson. Hamlin expressed disbelief and disappointment, highlighting the unpredictable nature of racing and the emotional toll of narrowly missing out on a title.
Ryan Blaney secured his spot in the NASCAR Cup championship by winning at Martinsville Speedway, earning his third win of the season. He will join Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell, and William Byron in the final four at Phoenix Raceway. Blaney's victory comes after a winless 2022 season and marks his first opportunity to race for the Cup title. Byron clinched the final spot in the championship by finishing 13th, edging out Denny Hamlin. The highest-finishing driver among the final four at Phoenix Raceway will be crowned the Cup champion.