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Jesse Love leads Justin Allgaier by 19 points before Martinsville race

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 2:11 AM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Jesse Love leads Justin Allgaier by 19 points before Martinsville race

Summary

Jesse Love and Justin Allgaier are separated by just 19 points in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series heading into the National Debt Relief 250 at Martinsville Speedway on October 31. Love tops the standings with 2,401 points after a strong finish at Talladega, whereas Allgaier sits second with 2,382 points. Allgaier has the momentum after previously winning at Martinsville this season. Both drivers face challenges, including Love's team losing pit selection due to inspection issues from the last race. The battle extends to other competitors, with Corey Day trailing Love by 29 points.

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By the Numbers

•Jesse Love has 2,401 points, leading Justin Allgaier with 2,382 points.
•Allgaier won at Martinsville earlier in the season.
•Love's pit selection is affected by previous inspection failures.
•Corey Day trails Love by 29 points in the standings.
•The race takes place on October 31 at 4 p.m. Eastern.

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2:11 AMYahoo Sports — Jesse Love and Justin Allgaier Separated by Just 19 Points Heading Into Martinsville

What they're saying

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Only 19 points separate Jesse Love and Justin Allgaier heading into Saturday’s NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Martinsville Speedway, with two races remaining in the 2026 championship battle. Love enters the National Debt Relief 250 leading the standings with 2,401 points, while Allgaier sits second with 2,382. The gap narrowed from 36 points…
— Yahoo Sports

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