Hamlin makes gains but slips in Cup Series standings at Phoenix
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 11:56 PM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
Denny Hamlin's performance at Phoenix Raceway marked a complicated turn in the NASCAR Cup Series championship fight on October 18, 2026. While he gained ground in points during the race, the overall standings reflected a drop. The outcome continues to shape the competitive as the series progresses deeper into the season.
- •Denny Hamlin raced at Phoenix Raceway on October 18, 2026.
- •Hamlin gained ground in the championship fight during the race.
- •His overall Cup Series standings position slipped despite the points gain.
- •The series heads into important upcoming races that could affect standings.
- 12:33 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR’s Denny Hamlin Suffers Costly Setback During Phoenix Race
- 11:56 PMRacer — Hamlin falls in the Cup Series standings but gains ground on the lead
"NASCAR star Denny Hamlin suffers a costly setback during Sunday's Phoenix Cup Series race, complicating his pursuit of a championship. The post NASCAR’s Denny Hamlin Suffers Costly Setback During Phoenix Race appeared first on HEAVY.
"Denny Hamlin finally gained ground in the NASCAR Cup Series championship fight, but it didn’t feel like it after Sunday’s race at Phoenix Raceway.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 19, 2026, 12:33 AMNASCAR’s Denny Hamlin Suffers Costly Setback During Phoenix Race
NASCAR star Denny Hamlin suffers a costly setback during Sunday's Phoenix Cup Series race, complicating his pursuit of a championship. The post NASCAR’s Denny Hamlin Suffers Costly Setback During Phoenix Race appeared first on HEAVY.
- RacerOct 18, 2026, 11:56 PMHamlin falls in the Cup Series standings but gains ground on the lead
Denny Hamlin finally gained ground in the NASCAR Cup Series championship fight, but it didn’t feel like it after Sunday’s race at Phoenix Raceway.
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