Kyle Larson Enters Phoenix As Championship Favorite
10 months agoOddsmakers favor Kyle Larson to win the NASCAR Cup Series championship at Phoenix Sunday and it's not hard to see why. The driver who won the first race of the Round of 8 went on to win the championship four of the last seven years, including the last two. Larson triumphed here in 2021, so his team has the necessary championship experience, while his three rivals only made the Championship 4 once combined. Additionally, Larson dominated the spring race at Phoenix, but his teammate William Byron won it. With Byron winning the pole and Larson qualifying fourth, they seem like overwhelming favorites. Byron's major advantage is that winning the pole gives him the best pit stall, but ultimately, Larson's championship experience may make the difference.
Source: Racing Reference
Source: Racing Reference