Kyle Larson's title protection has been profitable. On Sunday evening, Larson and the No. 5 crew for Hendrick Motorsports received the 2026 NASCAR Cup Collection championship. Regardless of a twelfth place end, the driving force of the No. 5 automobile clinched the championship after a robust Stage 1, eliminating Christopher Bell and Denny Hamlin.
It’s Larson's third Cup Collection championships in six years with Hendrick Motorsports. On the finish of the evening at Homestead-Miami Speedway, Larson had a 49-point benefit over Bell, whereas Hamlin completed in third place. After Talladega Superspeedway, this was at all times the most definitely end result.
Now, Larson is a three-time champion. Whereas the Hendrick Motorsports driver will rejoice his third title, his eyes shall be set on becoming a member of Jimmie Johnson, Dale Earnhardt, Richard Petty, and Jeff Gordon with four-plus championships. Based mostly on Larson's expertise and success, that may not be too far within the horizon.
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