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Denny Hamlin Secures 60th Win, Championship 4 Spot

10/13/2025

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Hamlin Wins Championship Spot

Denny Hamlin won the South Point 400 in Las Vegas, his 60th career victory and sixth of the season, earning a spot in the Championship 4 at Phoenix Raceway.
He overtook teammate Chase Briscoe with four laps remaining and tied Kevin Harvick for 10th on the all-time wins list.
William Byron's championship hopes fell after a late crash with Ty Dillon, leaving him 15 points below the playoff cutline.

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Hamlin Competes in Vegas

The 2025 NASCAR South Point 400 takes place at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on October 12, 2025, at 5:30 PM ET.
Denny Hamlin remains a top contender despite a recent 23rd-place finish.
Kyle Larson has three consecutive top-10 finishes and previously won at this track.
Christopher Bell is favored at +470, with Hamlin at +550 and Larson at +600.
Bettors have wagering options, including outright winners and top-10 finishes.

History

Historical Context

NASCAR celebrated its 50th anniversary in 1998, coinciding with the Daytona 500, where Dale Earnhardt secured his first victory after 19 attempts. The event attracted over 5 million fans, highlighting the sport's growing popularity. This milestone led to the selection of the "50 Greatest NASCAR Drivers," a tradition that evolved into the "75 Greatest Drivers" list announced in 2023.

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Hamlin Wins Championship Spot

Denny Hamlin won the South Point 400 in Las Vegas, his 60th career victory and sixth of the season, earning a spot in the Championship 4 at Phoenix Raceway.
He overtook teammate Chase Briscoe with four laps remaining and tied Kevin Harvick for 10th on the all-time wins list.
William Byron's championship hopes fell after a late crash with Ty Dillon, leaving him 15 points below the playoff cutline.

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