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NASCAR Chase contenders prepare for Bank of America 400 at Charlotte

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 10:06 PM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

NASCAR Chase contenders prepare for Bank of America 400 at Charlotte

Summary

The NASCAR Chase continues at Charlotte Motor Speedway for the Bank of America 400. Kyle Larson leads the championship standings with a 40-point advantage over Denny Hamlin. All five top contenders have experience at this track, with Larson having a mixed recent history. Hamlin seeks to capitalize on his extensive Charlotte background, while Christopher Bell aims to build on strong recent performances. Joey Logano and Ryan Blaney aim for improved results to close the gap in the standings as the Chase enters its final races.

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By the Numbers

•Kyle Larson leads the NASCAR Chase with a 40-point margin.
•Denny Hamlin, with one win at Charlotte, has 13 top-fives in 35 starts.
•Christopher Bell is coming off strong finishes, including a win in 2024.
•Joey Logano and Ryan Blaney seek better results at Charlotte, especially after recent struggles.
•The race offers critical points as the Chase approaches its final stretch.

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What they're saying

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The NASCAR Chase heads to Charlotte with five races remaining. Here's how the top five championship contenders have performed at the track and what their records mean for the title fight.
— Yahoo Sports

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