2024 Cup Series Championship 4 cemented; William Byron clinches on points

Byron will make his Championship 4 debut after a wild finish at Martinsville

William Byron is the first driver to clinch a spot in the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series Championship 4 after a wild finish at Martinsville Speedway on Sunday.

Byron, who led a race-high 189 laps, was passed by Denny Hamlin with two laps to go. However, Hamlin was penalized for passing below the yellow line, giving the lead back to Byron.

Byron holds on to win at Martinsville

Byron held on to win the race, his second of the season, and clinched his spot in the Championship 4. He will be joined by Hamlin, Ross Chastain, and Christopher Bell, who won the other three races in the Round of 8.

The Championship 4 race will be held at Phoenix Raceway on November 5th.

Byron's path to the Championship 4

Byron has had a strong season in 2024, winning two races and finishing in the top five in 14 of the 31 races so far.

He has been consistent throughout the season, and his victory at Martinsville was a testament to his talent and determination.

Byron is one of the most exciting young drivers in the Cup Series, and he is a legitimate contender for the championship.

He will be looking to make a statement in the Championship 4 and prove that he is the next great NASCAR star.

Other drivers in the Championship 4

Denny Hamlin, Ross Chastain, and Christopher Bell are the other three drivers who have clinched a spot in the Championship 4.

Hamlin is a two-time Cup Series champion, and he is always a threat to win.

Chastain is one of the most popular drivers in the sport, and he is always a contender for the win.

Bell is a rising star in the Cup Series, and he has already won two races this season.

The Championship 4 race is sure to be an exciting one, and it will be interesting to see who comes out on top.