Kyle Larson nears NASCAR title with final race at Homestead this weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 10:09 AM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Kyle Larson enters the final race of the NASCAR season at Homestead on Sunday with a significant championship lead. He only requires eight points to secure the title, equating to a 28th-place finish or a strong performance in the early stages. Denny Hamlin and Christopher Bell are the only two drivers who could mathematically catch Larson but would need exceptional results. Larson has previously faced challenges in this race but has won twice at Homestead in his last six attempts. The race marks the culmination of a long season for NASCAR competitors.
- •Kyle Larson needs just eight points to clinch the championship.
- •Last six Homestead starts include two wins for Larson.
- •Denny Hamlin and Christopher Bell are the only challengers remaining.
- •Hamlin and Bell must win and score extra points to threaten Larson.
- •Race at Homestead takes place on Sunday.
- 10:09 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR title a lock for Kyle Larson if he survives this hellish South Florida commute
"NASCAR's long season finally ends Sunday at Homestead, where Kyle Larson "should" win his third championship. What can go wrong? Let's see ...
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