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Drivers to watch at Bristol Motor Speedway this weekend

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 6:31 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Drivers to watch at Bristol Motor Speedway this weekend

Summary

As the NASCAR Cup Series returns to Bristol Motor Speedway, several drivers stand out due to their impressive track records. Kyle Larson has been dominant at Bristol, winning two of his last four races and leading over 1,157 laps in his past five starts. Denny Hamlin, with four Cup victories at Bristol since 2012, has consistently performed well, with recent finishes including a fourth and second place in prior races. Christopher Bell, who won his first Cup race at Bristol in September 2025, has shown elite speed with multiple top-five finishes. Joey Logano has a long history of success at Bristol, with his first win dating back to 2014. This weekend's race is expected to showcase their talents once more.

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By the Numbers

•Kyle Larson has led 1,157 laps in his last five Bristol starts.
•Denny Hamlin has four career Cup wins at Bristol since 2012.
•Christopher Bell won at Bristol in September 2025.
•Joey Logano's first Bristol victory came in August 2014.
•The race weekend features crucial implications for the NASCAR Cup Series standings.

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6:31 PMYahoo Sports — 4 NASCAR Drivers With a History of Dominating at Bristol Motor Speedway

What they're saying

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Bristol Motor Speedway has produced some dominant performances from NASCAR's biggest stars. These four drivers have track records worth watching entering the weekend.
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