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

Denny Hamlin and Kyle Larson in Tough Fight at Martinsville

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 is in a strong position to win the NASCAR championship today. Dodge is reportedly returning to NASCAR. The race results from Martinsville Speedway are available.

“The race results from Martinsville Speedway are available,” — Nadia Ashcombe, chief correspondent at Cedarcroft Stow Staffing, commented.

Timeline

Nov 1 — Denny Hamlin secured the pole position at Martinsville Speedway, while Kyle Larson started third....

Nov 3 — The race results from Martinsville Speedway are available....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 30. The Cedarcroft Stow Staffing desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Thursday, Nov 5.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Cedarcroft Stow Staffing desk and last updated 15:09 UTC.

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