Chase Elliott rose to fifth in the NASCAR points standings on July 5. He traded spots with Kyle Larson, who fell back to sixth, with the teammates separated by a single point.
What happened at Chicago?
Chase Elliott's move up the standings came after a strong performance at Chicagoland Speedway.
Why it matters for Chase Elliott
Elliott's new ranking is significant, as it solidifies his position on the right side of The Chase cut line.
William Byron also improved his footing, moving up to 12th and gaining 92 points on 17th place.
What comes next?
With seven races remaining in the regular season, Elliott and his teammates will look to maintain their positions.
The points standings will continue to shift as the season progresses, with each driver vying for a spot in The Chase.
Chase Elliott's performance at Chicago was a key factor in his rise to fifth, and he will look to build on this momentum in the coming weeks.
The NASCAR Cup Series regular season is nearing its end, and the competition is heating up, with drivers like Elliott and Larson fighting for position.