HMS rebound, lineup flux & Larson strategy
Key Questions
What was Chase Elliott's recent achievement?
Chase Elliott won at Martinsville, finishing P4 with 249 points and moving into 38th on the all-time Cup wins list. This boosts HMS rebound.
Why is Alex Bowman out for Bristol?
Alex Bowman is sidelined by vertigo, finishing 36th and 94 points back; Justin Allgaier will sub in the No. 48 at Bristol and is a Dash favorite.
What is Kyle Larson's standing and strategy?
Kyle Larson is suspended, sitting P9-11 and 147 points back, focusing on consistency at Bristol for a rebound without a Chase reset. New tires favor HMS.
Could Justin Allgaier give Hendrick an advantage at Bristol?
Allgaier's recent Bristol tire test might provide Hendrick Motorsports an edge for the Cup race with new Goodyears.
What predictions exist for playoff strategy?
A Kyle Larson insider predicts a strategic shake-up in the field as playoff pressure builds with the Chase format influencing crew chief decisions.
Elliott P4 249 Martinsville win; Bowman vertigo out (36th/94 back, Allgaier #48 sub Bristol/Dash fav); Larson susp P9-11/147 back (no-reset Chase eyes consistency/Bristol rebound). New tires confirm HMS edge.