Following last weekend’s race at the Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL, the odds for the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series champion have been updated. Shane van Gisbergen secured victory, setting the stage for the Round of 8 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Joey Logano, who had an unexpected championship run in 2024 that began in Las Vegas, aims to return to Phoenix by winning again this weekend. Several drivers, such as Denny Hamlin, are eager to prevent this, as Hamlin seeks his first Cup Series title.
In light of these developments, BetMGM Sportsbook has updated its betting lines on which driver is favored to claim the championship following Charlotte. Here’s a look at each driver’s odds ahead of Las Vegas.
Ryan Blaney (+400)
Ryan Blaney finished 13th at the ROVAL. Although this wasn’t his best performance, the former champion remains in the playoff race. He has yet to win at Las Vegas but secured a third-place finish there in 2024. The Team Penske driver is hoping to capitalize on his speed and achieve his first victory in the desert.
Christopher Bell (+450)
Christopher Bell delivered a strong showing with a third-place finish at the ROVAL. This adds to his impressive playoff track record for 2025. As he heads to Las Vegas, Bell aims to convert his two second-place finishes into a win and secure another spot in the Championship 4.
Denny Hamlin (+475)
Denny Hamlin faced a challenging race, ending up 23rd at Charlotte due to an incident involving Chastain and Logano. Despite this setback, he hopes to rebound in the next round. Hamlin’s only win at Las Vegas was in 2021, and he is eager to reclaim that glory to strengthen his championship pursuit.
Kyle Larson (+475)
Kyle Larson narrowly missed victory with a second-place finish at the Charlotte ROVAL, maintaining his playoff momentum. Larson heads to Las Vegas as a favorite, having won three times at the track, and he hopes to secure another win.
As the playoff intensity rises, drivers like William Byron and Chase Elliott are positioned to make significant moves. With the odds adjusted, it remains to be seen who will claim the championship title.
