 The race belonged to Greg Biffle, but the day -- and 2006 season -- belonged to Jimmie Johnson, who averted a couple of trouble spots to claim his first Cup title. More Related Links: Results | Standings | Lap-by-Lap | Champion's gear!  Jimmie Johnson has been fortunate to drive for Hendrick Motorsports and team with Jeff Gordon. But his rise to Cup glory had modest roots and unassuming aspirations. More Related Links: Chaning Knaus relaxed more than ever | | |
OFFICIAL POINT STANDINGS AFTER: Ford 400 |
| Rank |
+/- |
Driver |
Points |
Behind |
Starts |
Poles |
Wins |
Top 5 |
Top 10 |
Winnings |
| 1 | -- | Jimmie Johnson | 6475 | Leader | 36 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 24 | $8,909,140 |
| 2 | -- | Matt Kenseth | 6419 | -56 | 36 | - | 4 | 15 | 21 | $6,608,920 |
| 3 | +1 | Denny Hamlin | 6407 | -68 | 36 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 20 | $4,389,220 |
| 4 | -1 | Kevin Harvick | 6397 | -78 | 36 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 20 | $6,201,580 |
| 5 | -- | Dale Earnhardt Jr. | 6328 | -147 | 36 | - | 1 | 10 | 17 | $5,466,100 |
| 6 | -- | Jeff Gordon | 6256 | -219 | 36 | 2 | 2 | 14 | 18 | $5,975,870 |
| 7 | -- | Jeff Burton | 6228 | -247 | 36 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 20 | $5,008,880 |
| 8 | +1 | Kasey Kahne | 6183 | -292 | 36 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 19 | $6,204,220 |
| 9 | -1 | Mark Martin | 6168 | -307 | 36 | - | - | 7 | 15 | $4,282,550 |
| 10 | -- | Kyle Busch | 6027 | -448 | 36 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 18 | $4,821,090 |
| Complete Official Standings |
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