Overview
- Larson recovered from a right-front blowout and a one-lap deficit before a late caution from teammate and title rival William Byron’s tire failure reset the race.
- Daniels opted for two right-side tires as Denny Hamlin took four, and Larson finished third to top the Championship 4 and secure the Bill France Cup.
- The triumph delivers Hendrick Motorsports its 15th NASCAR Cup Series championship.
- Larson becomes the 18th driver in NASCAR history with multiple Cup titles.
- Daniels deflected credit to Hendrick’s leadership and cohesion, and NASCAR is discussing potential changes to the one-race finale as Homestead-Miami returns as the 2026 season finale venue.