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Kyle Larson wins at Talladega amid multiple major crashes

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Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Kyle Larson wins at Talladega amid multiple major crashes

Summary

The YellaWood 500 at Talladega Superspeedway featured significant wrecks that impacted championship contenders. Kyle Larson took the victory, extending his points lead to 73. Christopher Bell faced a tough day with a 35th-place finish, while the first major crash involved 12 cars, including several Chase drivers. A late incident saw Joey Logano's car flip, though he and others were reported safe. The race's outcome significantly altered the championship standings ahead of the upcoming Martinsville and Homestead races.

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By the Numbers

•Kyle Larson wins the Talladega race, leading by 73 points.
•Christopher Bell finishes 35th, dropping to third in championship standings.
•A multicar crash involved eight Chase drivers, affecting their points.
•Logano's car flipped in a late race incident but he was unharmed.
•Upcoming races at Martinsville and Homestead will follow this event.

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12:13 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR Talladega Wreck Recap: Biggest Crashes, Drivers Involved and Championship Fallout

What they're saying

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Talladega's YellaWood 500 featured multiple major crashes that devastated championship contenders. Here's a breakdown of the wrecks, drivers involved and their impact.
— Yahoo Sports

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