The NASCAR Cup Series playoffs are nearly done. October 26, 2025 Martinsville race will determine the winner of a position in the Championship 4. But what are the NASCAR Cup Playoffs Standings?
Right now, the top drivers are Denny Hamlin, Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell, and Chase Briscoe. But William Byron, Chase Elliott, Joey Logano, and Ryan Blaney are under the line. They need a win or a lot of points to stay alive.
Denny Hamlin Is Safe and Ready for Phoenix
Denny Hamlin has already made it to the Championship 4. Denny Hamlin won earlier in the round and locked his spot. The Joe Gibbs Racing driver in the No. 11 Toyota can now relax a bit.
Denny Hamlin doesn’t have to worry about being knocked out. That means he can race hard at Martinsville without fear. Denny Hamlin has been fast all season, and now he wants to be ready. Denny Hamlin has been close many times. Now, Hamlin wants to finish the job.
Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell, and Chase Briscoe are in Good Shape in the NASCAR Cup Playoffs Standings
Kyle Larson is second in points. He’s 35 points above the line in the No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevy. Larson has been strong on all kinds of tracks this year. He knows Martinsville well and doesn’t need to win to move on. But he’ll still race for more points and momentum.
Christopher Bell is third. He’s 20 points above the cutline in his No. 20 Toyota. Bell likes short tracks, and Martinsville fits his style. If he stays clean and steady, he should be safe. But one bad race could change everything.
Chase Briscoe, driving the No. 19 Toyota, is fourth, only 15 points above the line. Chase Briscoe’s story is one of grit. He’s been the surprise of the playoffs. But he can’t take it easy. A top-five run might be enough, but a win would make sure he’s in.
William Byron, Chase Elliott, Joey Logano, and Ryan Blaney Must Win
Below the line, it’s a fight. William Byron is only 15 points back. William Byron has been steady all year and could close the gap if he runs well.
Chase Elliott is 23 points behind. He’s good at Martinsville and could make things interesting. But Chase Elliott will need a near-perfect race to pass Briscoe.
Joey Logano, 24 points down, is never out. The Team Penske driver has won under pressure before, including at Martinsville in 2018. Joey Logano knows how to race when it counts.
And then there’s Ryan Blaney, the defending champ. He’s 31 points behind. It’s a long shot, but Ryan Blaney won at Martinsville in 2023. If Ryan Blaney pulls that off again, he could shock everyone.
One Race, Four Spots
Martinsville is short, tight, and tough. Drivers bump, scrape, and fight for every inch. A win means everything; it’s the only sure way to move on.
Fans can expect drama, crashes, and maybe some payback at Martinsville. When the checkered flag waves, only four drivers will stand. Then it’s off to Phoenix for the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series title.
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