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Power Rankings: How Denny Hamlin Claimed ISC’s Top Seed and No. 1 Spot
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Highlights
- Denny Hamlin secures top seed in In-Season Challenge standings.
- Chase Briscoe wins first race with Joe Gibbs Racing at Pocono.
- Next race at EchoPark Speedway set for June 28, 7:00 p.m. ET.
- William Byron leads points, despite finishing 27th at Pocono.
- Kyle Larson records 12th top-10 finish, holds strong near rankings’ top.
- Multiple past Atlanta winners aiming for victory at EchoPark Speedway.
Kyle Larson continued to hold his ground near the top after securing a seventh-place finish at Pocono, marking his 12th top-10 result of the year. Larson has not taken a win at Atlanta yet, but he’s shown speed by leading laps in three of the last four visits to the Georgia track.
William Byron holds onto the lead in the points even after a tough day at Pocono, finishing 27th. Byron’s success at Atlanta includes two victories since the venue was reconfigured, making him a strong favorite for the next race.
Hamlin’s return from a one-race absence at Pocono saw him looking sharp, leading 32 laps and taking Stage 1.
His skill in the draft keeps him among the weekly favorites, and his No. 1 seed in the In-Season Challenge is no accident. His growing momentum reflects the pressure top drivers face, much like the pressure Ferrari experiences in Formula 1.
Chase Elliott grabbed fifth at Pocono, picking up his ninth top-10 finish of the year. Elliott, a Georgia native and 2022 winner at Atlanta, would like nothing more than another victory at his home track.
Christopher Bell’s win at Atlanta in February started a three-race victory streak, so he could quickly rebound.
Christopher Bell’s recent run included a 17th-place finish after a spin, but he’s still fourth in points.
Ryan Blaney put on another steady performance, moving up to third at Pocono after starting at the back. He’s always in the mix at Atlanta, and he won there in 2021.
Tyler Reddick had a rough day, dropping to 32nd at Pocono and falling to seventh overall, but he remains a talented racer who excelled at Talladega in 2023.
Chase Briscoe took his first win with Joe Gibbs Racing at Pocono, leading 72 laps. He’s still looking for a victory on a drafting track, but his momentum is building.
As the race weekend approaches, drivers and fans alike are anticipating a competitive battle at EchoPark Speedway.
Chris Buescher, who finished fourth at Pocono, has been climbing the ranks and could be a deep playoff contender despite mixed results at Atlanta. Ross Chastain, who ended up 26th at Pocono, has been strong in Atlanta in the past, finishing as runner-up twice in 2022.
Martin Truex Jr. slipped to 16th at Pocono but has plenty of past experience at Atlanta to fall back on for the next event.
The results at Atlanta could shake up the standings yet again as drivers continue their quest for wins and playoff points during the 2025 season.
John Martinez delivers real-time NASCAR Cup Series and Truck Series news, from live race updates to pit-lane strategy analysis. A graduate of the University of Northwestern Ohio’s Motorsports Technology program, he breaks down rule changes, driver tactics, and championship points with crystal-clear reporting.
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