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YellaWood 500 Prediction, Preview, and Odds (Oct 6)
- Alex Dudley
- Oct 1, 2024 at 2:47 AM EDT
Pick rationale
Analysis & key factors
- Second race in the round of 12 in the NASCAR playoffs is staged this weekend
- YellaWood500 is staged at Talladega Superspeedway
The pressure continues to mount on the talented field of NASCAR drivers this weekend, as the latest playoff action is set for Talladega Superspeedway. The YellaWood 500 forms the ultimate race of the round of 12 stage.
How to Watch
- When: Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 2:00 PM ET
- Where: Talladega Superspeedway, Lincoln, Alabama
- How To Watch: NBC
Odds
| Driver | Odds |
|---|---|
| Ryan Blaney | +1200 |
| Brad Keselowski | +1300 |
| Joey Logano | +1300 |
| William Byron | +1400 |
| Chase Elliott | +1400 |
| Denny Hamlin | +1400 |
| Kyle Busch | +1500 |
| Bubba Wallace | +1600 |
Event Preview
The 31st race on the NASCAR schedule for 2024 takes place in Alabama this weekend, as the YellaWood 500 forms the second race of the round of 12 in the playoffs. This race was first staged in 1969, and the field will cover a total distance of 500.08 miles. A total of 188 laps will be covered, with the final stage seeing the dramatic final 68 laps contested.
Dale Earnhardt was the dominant driver in the history of the race, winning on seven occasions. Meanwhile, Richard Childress Racing remains the most successful team in the history of the YellaWood 500, winning on eight occasions.
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Opening races of new rounds have proven troublesome for @KyleLarsonRacin this postseason.
— NASCAR (@NASCAR) October 1, 2024
Entering Atlanta: +35
Exiting Atlanta: +15
Entering Kansas: +39
Exiting Kansas: +18 #NASCARPlayoffs pic.twitter.com/X6sXcBsHMk
William Byron currently leads the way in the Drivers’ Championship. Bryon finished second in the race last weekend, marking his first return to the podium since taking second in the FireKeepers Casino 400. However, Ryan Blaney and Christopher Bell are both within striking distance of the top of the standings.
YellaWood 500 Prediction
Another exciting race is set for this weekend, and a number of drivers have leading chances. However, we will be siding with Chase Elliott getting his title bid back on track by landing victory in the YellaWood 500 for the second time in three editions.
Free Pick:
- Chase Elliott
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