How Kyle Larson can lose the NASCAR Cup championship at Homestead
Christopher Bell and Denny Hamlin need near-perfect finales — and significant trouble for Larson — to overcome deficits of 67 and 70 points in the NASCAR Cup title fight
Kyle Larson sits atop the NASCAR Cup Series championship, needing only a few points to secure the title at Homestead-Miami Speedway. However, he can still lose the championship if he isn't careful. Christopher Bell and Denny Hamlin face a narrow path to the title, but they can still achieve it. Larson currently leads Bell by 67 points and Hamlin by 70 points.
To win the championship, Larson needs to score at least eight stage points, which can be achieved by finishing third in Stage 1 or 2, or as low as seventh in both stages. If he secures the fastest-lap bonus, he can do it with seven stage points or a 29th-place finish. Larson holds the tiebreaker over both competitors, and a maximum of 76 points can be earned at Homestead, with every starter receiving one point.
Christopher Bell and Denny Hamlin can still win the title if Larson falters. Bell needs to win the race and score at least 14 stage points, or 13 stage points plus the fastest-lap bonus. If he doesn't finish eighth or higher in Stage 1, he will be eliminated. Hamlin must win the race and score at least 17 stage points, or 16 stage points plus the fastest-lap bonus. If he doesn't finish fifth or higher in Stage 1, he will also be eliminated.
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