Christopher Bell finishes 23rd after power steering issues at Las Vegas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 6:50 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Christopher Bell faced disappointment at the NASCAR Cup Series South Point 400 held at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Starting third, Bell scored 17 stage points but suffered from power steering problems, ultimately finishing in 23rd place. This result resulted in a missed opportunity to gain ground in the championship standings, where Bell is currently third, 55 points behind leader Kyle Larson. Despite setbacks from other contenders, including Larson and Denny Hamlin, Bell could not capitalize on their challenges. He remains focused on winning in the upcoming races, starting at Charlotte Motor Speedway next Sunday.
- •Bell finished 23rd at the South Point 400 on October 5, 2026.
- •He started third and earned 17 stage points during the race.
- •Power steering issues hindered his potential for a higher finish.
- •Bell remains third in the standings, 55 points behind Kyle Larson.
- •He plans to compete for wins in the remaining five races.
- 6:50 PMYahoo Sports — Christopher Bell Dejected After Tough Las Vegas Result
"Christopher Bell expressed disappointment in Las Vegas result.
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