Alex Bowman had a great win on the Chicago street course and has earned a spot in this week’s power rankings. He drove incredibly well, had a strong car, great strategy, and maybe a bit of luck on his side. However, not all drivers had the same luck. Denny Hamlin and Kyle Larson faced brake issues and ended up in barriers during the race.
As the series heads to Pocono Raceway this weekend, most of the drivers on the power ranking list have some wins at the track. Here’s a look at the top drivers and their odds via FanDuel Sportsbook:
1. Denny Hamlin (Last Week: 1)
Cup Series title odds: +450
Hamlin has an impressive seven Cup wins at Pocono, making it his best track on the circuit. He has a strong history at the track, winning multiple events over the years.
2. Chase Elliott (LW: 3)
Cup Series title odds: +1000
Elliott has two victories at Pocono, including a win in the 2013 ARCA race. Despite his success, he has only visited victory lane once in the Cup series.
3. Kyle Larson (LW: 2)
Cup Series title odds: +450
Larson has two wins at Pocono in different series but is yet to secure a Cup victory at the track. He has come close in the past, finishing second in some races.
4. Tyler Reddick (LW: 5)
Cup Series title odds: +1200
Reddick is the only driver on the list without a win at Pocono. He has come close with multiple second-place finishes but is still looking for that elusive victory.
5. Christopher Bell (LW: 4)
Cup Series title odds: +450
Bell has one win at Pocono in a truck race and has shown promise in the Cup series with some strong finishes.
6. Ryan Blaney (LW: 6)
Cup Series title odds: +1000
Blaney has two victories at Pocono, showcasing his skills at the track. He has a good track record of success there.
7. William Byron (LW: 9)
Cup Series title odds: +550
Byron won a truck race at Pocono in 2016 and has continued to perform well in the Cup series at the track.
8. Alex Bowman (LW: NR)
Cup Series title odds: +2500
Bowman secured a Cup win at Pocono in 2021 and has proven himself as a strong contender at the track.
9. Ty Gibbs (LW: NR)
Cup Series title odds: +2500
Gibbs has had success at Pocono in other series and made his Cup debut at the track in 2022, finishing fifth.
10. Martin Truex Jr. (LW: 8)
Cup Series title odds: +1400
Truex has two Cup wins at Pocono and has a strong history of success at the track.
While some drivers have dropped out of the power rankings, others are on the verge of making it to the top. The upcoming race at Pocono Raceway promises to be an exciting one, with these top drivers vying for victory. Stay tuned for more updates and insights from the NASCAR Cup Series.