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NASCAR Power Ranking: Denny Hamlin rises to No. 1 after the Chicago Surge
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Denny Hamlin Takes the Top Spot in NASCAR Power Rankings Following Chicago Surge Triumph

July 8, 2025 3 Min Read
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Denny Hamlin showcased a strong performance by starting and finishing fourth on the Chicago Street Course, the highest finish among last week’s ranked drivers. This impressive result propelled Hamlin to the top spot in the latest rankings. Meanwhile, Shane Van Gisbergen, despite winning two out of four races, including a road course victory, dropped off the list due to inconsistent finishes like 31st at Pocono and 24th at Michigan.

The upcoming top 10 list features drivers preparing for another road course race at Sonoma Raceway. Chase Briscoe dropped out from 10th place last week, while several others, including Kyle Busch, Ross Chastain, Ty Gibbs, Joey Logano, and John Hunter Nemechek, held steady.

Key rankings and notes include:
– 10th: Chris Buescher suffered electrical problems in Chicago but still managed an 18th-place finish on the lead lap.
– 9th: Christopher Bell, after blowing an engine on the last lap in Chicago, has not placed in the top 15 in the last three races.
– 8th: Tyler Reddick appears to have regained form with fourth and third-place finishes in his recent two races, a notable improvement.
– 7th: Alex Bowman recorded an eighth-place finish amidst some racing mishaps, showing consistent top-10 performances.
– 6th: Ryan Preece impressed with his seventh top road course finish and five top-10s in the last eight races.
– 5th: William Byron had a rough weekend with mechanical issues in Chicago, marking a forgettable race.
– 4th: Ryan Blaney finished 12th, staying on the lead lap and maintaining his steady Penske presence.
– 3rd: Chase Elliott, dealing with damage from a late wreck, finished 16th, hampered by car difficulties.
– 2nd: Kyle Larson also faced setbacks with damage and a mid-race spin, landing in 13th place.
– 1st: Denny Hamlin, despite being an unlikely road course specialist and starting 40th, managed a remarkable fourth-place finish after a practice day engine failure.

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This update was provided by Bob Pockrass, a veteran motorsports reporter with decades of experience covering races including over 30 Daytona 500 events.

Fan Take: Hamlin’s rise to the top of the rankings highlights the unpredictability and excitement of NASCAR’s road course events, revealing that adaptability and resilience are just as critical as raw speed. For fans, this shake-up in standings keeps the championship fight dynamic and adds fresh intrigue to upcoming races like Sonoma, promising thrilling competition on and off the oval.

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