Chase Elliott got off to arguably the best start of his NASCAR Cup Series career this season. The driver of the No. 9 was the victor of the seventh race of the 2026 campaign at Martinsville Speedway, the earliest he had ever won a race in a Cup Series season.
Four races later, Elliott was in victory lane again after taking the checkered flag at Texas Motor Speedway. After 11 races, Elliott had totaled two wins, five top-five finishes and ranked third in the points standings.
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As strong as Elliott began the 2026 season, it has been all downhill since his Texas win. Elliott has failed to win in the last 18 races and has only posted…
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