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Chase Elliott Seeks Championship Glory After Strong 2025 Season

1/31/2026

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Chase Elliott aims to carry momentum from the 2025 season into 2026.
He won multiple races, including the Bowman Gray exhibition, with 19 top-10 finishes.
Despite a 2023 skiing accident, Elliott says his performance improved near season's end.
Jeff Gordon, vice chairman of Hendrick Motorsports, praised Elliott's commitment with crew chief Alan Gustafson.
With NASCAR reintroducing the Chase format, Elliott aims to contend for the championship.

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Story summary

Chase Elliott aims to carry momentum from the 2025 season into 2026.
He won multiple races, including the Bowman Gray exhibition, with 19 top-10 finishes.
Despite a 2023 skiing accident, Elliott says his performance improved near season's end.
Jeff Gordon, vice chairman of Hendrick Motorsports, praised Elliott's commitment with crew chief Alan Gustafson.
With NASCAR reintroducing the Chase format, Elliott aims to contend for the championship.