NASCAR drivers Denny Hamlin and Christopher Bell saw their championship hopes end after being eliminated from the NASCAR Chase playoffs on November 6, 2026. Both drivers entered the round with title aspirations but fell short in the decisive races, leaving them to reflect on what could have been.
The elimination concludes a season where Hamlin and Bell each recorded multiple wins and consistent top finishes, yet the playoff format's cut lines ultimately halted their pursuit of the Cup Series championship.
