Kyle Larson clinches third NASCAR Cup Series title at Homestead, first back-to-back champion since 2010

Kyle Larson in Hendrick racing suit
Close-up of Kyle Larson wearing a blue Hendrick Cars.com cap and racing suit, after clinching the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series championship at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

Kyle Larson clinched his third NASCAR Cup Series championship on Sunday, November 8, 2026, during the season finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

The Hendrick Motorsports driver finished fourth in Stage 1 and collected seven stage points, enough to mathematically secure the title regardless of later results, after entering the race needing only nine points.

Larson, 34, became the first driver to win consecutive Cup titles since Jimmie Johnson in 2010 and the 11th three-time champion in series history. The title is Hendrick Motorsports' 16th Cup championship.

NASCAR's official report and coverage from Motorsport.com and FOX Sports confirm the Stage 1 clinch and the back-to-back distinction. Larson's crew chief Cliff Daniels radioed confirmation during the race.

The result caps a turnaround from a winless regular season to three playoff victories. The championship strengthens Hendrick's dominance in the series and sets up the 2027 season with Larson as defending champion.