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NASCAR points standings shift after New Hampshire race

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Last updated Aug 25, 2026

NASCAR points standings shift after New Hampshire race

Summary

After the Dollar Tree 301 at New Hampshire on August 23, significant changes occurred in the NASCAR Cup Series points standings. Thirteen drivers have secured their spots for the upcoming 10-race Chase. Denny Hamlin clinched the regular-season championship despite finishing seventh, while Ryan Blaney, with a victory, narrowed the points gap and ranks second. Chase Elliott fell to eighth place after a 25th place finish, and Christopher Bell improved to fifth after finishing fourth. The final race of the regular season will take place at Daytona on August 29, where three additional Chase spots remain available.

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By the Numbers

•Denny Hamlin clinched the regular-season championship
•Ryan Blaney cut Hamlin's lead to 77 points
•Chase Elliott dropped from sixth to eighth
•Christopher Bell climbed from seventh to fifth
•Three Chase spots remain ahead of Daytona

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3:36 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR Cup Series Points Standings Update After New Hampshire

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The NASCAR Cup Series points standings saw some changes after Sunday’s Dollar Tree 301 at New Hampshire. Loudon played host to the next-to-last race before The Chase, with the regular-season finale at Daytona scheduled for this Saturday night.Thirteen drivers have clinched a spot in the 10-race Chase following New Hampshire, leaving three spots up for […] The post NASCAR Cup Series Points Standings Update After New Hampshire appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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