Denny Hamlin maintains top spot in NASCAR driver rankings ahead of Iowa race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 9:09 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Denny Hamlin retains the top position in the NASCAR driver rankings following an off week. Despite no races occurring during this period, his consistent performance in recent races has solidified his status. Chase Briscoe remains second, while Ryan Blaney is in third. The rankings come ahead of three consecutive races at shorter tracks, which may impact the standings further. The next race at Iowa Speedway is set to challenge drivers with its fast-paced circuit.
- •Hamlin has finished second, third, and fifth in three recent races.
- •Briscoe climbs to second place in the rankings.
- •Blaney reflects on a missed opportunity worth a million dollars.
- •Tyler Reddick is among three drivers with 15 top-10 finishes this year.
- •Iowa Speedway hosts the next race, a fast short track challenge.
- 9:09 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR driver rankings after an off week and before Iowa race: What changed?
"Did anything change in our weekly Top 10 NASCAR rankings after an off-week? How could they? Well, let's see.
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