Denny Hamlin enters the 2026 NASCAR Chase in the position he has wanted: the favorite.
The Joe Gibbs Racing driver finished the regular season with four wins, 14 top-five finishes, 17 top-10s, and an impressive 880 laps led. He also carries a 25-point advantage over Ryan Blaney into the 10-race championship fight.
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Yet for Hamlin, the biggest challenge may not be finding something new. It may be doing exactly what he has already been doing.
Hamlin sees no weakness in Chase schedule
Sep 2, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Denny Hamlin answers questions from the media during Cup Media Day at Charlotte Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
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