Denny Hamlin takes top spot in NASCAR driver rankings, Reddick second
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 9:04 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Denny Hamlin has replaced Tyler Reddick as the top driver in the updated NASCAR rankings following his recent victory at Nashville. Reddick, despite having five wins this season and consistent finishes between fourth and sixth in recent races, now sits in second place. The rankings are influenced by both overall season performance and recent results, with Hamlin leading the pack at this time. The standings may shift further as the series heads to upcoming races, including a road course event in San Diego.
- •Hamlin moves to first after winning at Nashville.
- •Reddick has five wins this season, now ranked second.
- •Ryan Blaney and Chase Elliott round out the top four.
- •The next race is at a San Diego road course.
- 9:04 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR updated driver rankings ... or 'what happened to Tyler Reddick?'
"It was beginning to look like Tyler Reddick would remain No. 1 all year, and maybe he should still be there. But he's not, and here's why.
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