2026 NASCAR Cup Series Title Odds: Hamlin Favored To Win Chase; Larson Closing In

The 2025 NASCAR season ended on a high note for champion Kyle Larson. For Denny Hamlin, it couldn’t have ended worse, as the veteran driver watched his chances of securing his first title elude him once again. Now, Hamlin has four wins this season and Larson has one. But Larson’s lone win came last week in the second race of The Chase when the series stopped at Gateway. As it stands, Hamlin is still favored to win the championship. And for what it’s worth, he also captured the regular-season title. Kyle Larson, however, is closing in on the title oddsboard, moving to +350 from +1400 over the last few weeks. Here are the latest odds for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Championship at DraftKings Sportsbook as of Sept. 15. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. NASCAR Cup Series Championship 2026 Denny Hamlin: +225 (bet $10 to win $32.50 total)Kyle Larson: +350 (bet $10 to win $45 total)Christopher Bell: +400 (bet $10 to win $50 total)Ryan Blaney: +550 (bet $10 to win $65 total)Joey Logano: +1000 (bet $10 to win $110 total)Tyler Reddick: +1000 (bet $10 to win $110 total)Ty Gibbs: +1200 (bet $10 to win $130 total)Chase Briscoe: +1400 (bet $10 to win $140 total)Carson Hocevar: +2800 (bet $10 to win $290 total)Chase Elliott: +3500 (bet $10 to win $360 total)Bubba Wallace: +4000 (bet $10 to win $410 total)Austin Cindric: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total)William Byron: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total)Chris Buescher: +8000 (bet $10 to win $810 total)Daniel Suárez: +10000 (bet $10 to win $1,010 total)Ryan Preece: +10000 (bet $10 to win $2,010 total) Here’s insight from FOX Sports motorsports insider Bob Pockrass (odds as of Jan. 28): Denny Hamlin+500 to win the Cup Championship The driver who had the most wins last year and led until the final laps of the championship race will be a favorite in the new 10-race championship format. Many of the tracks in those 10 fit into Hamlin’s wheelhouse. I know, I know, every season begins with wondering if this year could be the year for Hamlin. This season? It really could be. Chase Elliott+850 to win the Cup ChampionshipOf all the drivers who could thrive in this new championship format that rewards consistency, Elliott possibly tops the list. He wrecked out of only two races last year, and he likes this format, which could go a long way when it comes to performance. Plus, Chevrolet has a new body that should result in improved results. Read More

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