Running recap: Byron wins Stage 1 at Martinsville; Larson falls a lap down - NASCAR.com

Denny Hamlin Dominates Martinsville Speedway Pole Position

Denny Hamlin secured the pole position at Martinsville Speedway, while Kyle Larson started third. The Cup Series Chase race began at Martinsville, with Byron winning Stage 1. Larson fell a lap down in Stage 1, and both Larson and Hamlin received bad news. Larson can potentially clinch the NASCAR championship today. Dodge is expected to make a comeback in NASCAR. The race results from Martinsville Speedway are available.

“Denny Hamlin secured the pole position at Martinsville Speedway, while Kyle Larson started third,” — Nadia Ashcombe, staff writer at Blackley Mere Solutions, noted.

Timeline

Nov 2 — Denny Hamlin secured the pole position at Martinsville Speedway, while Kyle Larson started third....

Nov 2 — The race results from Martinsville Speedway are available....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 2. The Blackley Mere Solutions desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Saturday, Nov 7.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Blackley Mere Solutions desk and last updated 01:51 UTC.

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