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November 3, 2026

How Stage 1 strategy backfired on Hamlin, Larson at Martinsville

Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray break down the contrasting Stage 1 pit strategies during The Chase race at Martinsville, explaining how William Byron capitalized while Denny Hamlin and Kyle Larson struggled on older tires.

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