Denny Hamlin gains ground on Tyler Reddick in NASCAR points race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 4:10 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Denny Hamlin is closing in on Tyler Reddick for the NASCAR Cup Series points lead. Hamlin has reduced Reddick's lead to eight points as the season progresses. He secured three consecutive victories leading up to the San Diego race, where Reddick faced setbacks including a wreck at Michigan and a flat tire while in second place. With the next race at Sonoma Raceway approaching, Reddick will need to regain his momentum to maintain his position atop the standings.
- •Hamlin trails Reddick by eight points in the standings
- •Reddick experienced a wreck and tire issues recently
- •Hamlin won three straight races before San Diego
- •Next race is scheduled at Sonoma Raceway
- 4:10 AMYahoo Sports — Denny Hamlin quickly catching Tyler Reddick for points lead in 2026
"Denny Hamlin is quickly catching Tyler Reddick for the NASCAR Cup Series points lead during the 2026 season.
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