# NASCAR Title Race Narrowed to Three Drivers

> Larson leads with 67-point edge over Bell as Hamlin drops out of title contention.
- Title: NASCAR Title Race Narrowed to Three Drivers · Autoweek
- Summary: Larson leads with 67-point edge over Bell as Hamlin drops out of title contention. Kyle Larson holds 67-point lead over Christopher Bell for NASCAR…
- Keywords: nascar, kyle larson, christopher bell, denny hamlin, xfinity 500, martinsville speedway, homestead, cars, sports, Title, Race, Narrowed
- Source: Autoweek — https://autoweek.com/racing/nascar/a74307008/nascar-title-comes-down-to-larson-bell-hamlin
- Author: Deb Williams
- Published: 2026-11-02T04:32:19+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: nascar, kyle larson, christopher bell, denny hamlin, xfinity 500, martinsville speedway, homestead, cars, sports
## Race Results
Larson finished ninth after a difficult race with no leads, while Bell and Hamlin placed tenth and sixth respectively.
## Larson's Performance
Larson said the race strategy failed but he maintained a 67-point lead over Bell for the championship.
## Bell's Strategy
Bell credited his crew chief for a strong first stage strategy but struggled in the second stage to finish tenth.
## Hamlin's Challenge
Hamlin dropped to third with a 70-point deficit to Larson after a no-stop strategy led to lost track position.
## Championship Standings
Larson leads with 67 points over Bell, while Hamlin trails by 70 points with Chase Briscoe eliminated from contention.
## Larson's Relief
Larson expressed relief at maintaining his 67-point lead despite a challenging race with no stage points.
## Key takeaway

Kyle Larson holds 67-point lead over Christopher Bell for NASCAR championship after Martinsville Xfinity 500.