Denny Hamlin shared his opinion on Chase Elliott’s chances of winning the championship after his victory at Texas. The 2023 NASCAR Cup Series season was challenging for Hendrick Motorsports, as Elliott suffered a snowboarding accident before the third race, resulting in a six-week absence and a winless season. However, Elliott ended his 42-race winless streak with a convincing victory at Texas Motor Speedway. This win, along with his consistent top-ten finishes throughout the season, puts him in contention for the championship, according to JGR’s analysis. Hamlin believes that this victory has given Elliott a significant confidence boost for the rest of the season and may positively impact his approach in future races. Hamlin also emphasized that Elliott’s win was not the result of race strategy or fuel consumption, but rather the right approach and decisions from his team. As a three-time Daytona 500 winner, Hamlin is convinced that Elliott has positioned himself as a strong championship contender and is excited to see how many wins the No. 9 team can achieve in the upcoming races and throughout the season.
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