After the first seven races of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season, Hendrick Motorsports has established itself as the dominant team, with four of its drivers holding top-five positions in the overall standings. William Byron leads the championship battle with 259 points and one victory, maintaining his place at the top despite an underwhelming result at Martinsville.
Right behind him is Kyle Larson, trailing by 16 points. Larson has consistently delivered strong performances, including a top-five finish at Martinsville, which has helped him solidify his position as a championship contender. Chase Elliott sits in third place, 32 points behind Byron, proving his resilience and ability to stay competitive. Meanwhile, Alex Bowman occupies the fifth spot, just 36 points off the leader, highlighting the strength and depth of the Hendrick Motorsports team.
While Hendrick Motorsports dominates the standings, Christopher Bell of Joe Gibbs Racing remains a significant challenger, sitting in fourth place with three race wins and 224 points. Bell’s performances have shown that the battle for the top positions remains fierce.
A key factor in Hendrick Motorsports’ success has been their strong qualifying results, demonstrated at Martinsville Speedway, where all four drivers secured top-10 starting positions. This consistency in both qualifying and race execution has propelled them to the front of the standings.
As the season progresses, the challenge for Hendrick Motorsports will be to maintain their momentum. With strong competition from rival teams, the fight for the championship is far from over. However, their early-season dominance suggests they will continue to be a force to reckon with.
