Chase Briscoe secured a second-place finish in the Cup Series race at Dover Motor Speedway on Sunday, July 20, while his Joe Gibbs Racing teammate, Denny Hamlin, claimed the victory, marking his fourth win of this season and 58th in his career. The Chase Briscoe Dover P2 finish was notable as it added valuable points to Briscoe’s season tally, though the driver emphasized that only a win truly counts to him.
Briscoe’s strong finish contributed 44 points and represented his eighth top-five placement this season. Despite these achievements, the Mitchell, Indiana native expressed a competitive mindset in a recent post on X, stating:
“Well dang… if you ain’t first, you’re last.”
This statement sparked varied reactions from fans, some of whom questioned Briscoe’s approach during the final moments of the race. One fan challenged his decision-making in the closing laps, writing:
“Coming to the white, you have to clear yourself. Hamlin wouldn’t have hesitated if he was in your position. So why take it easy on him?”
Another fan added a critical perspective on the dynamics between teammates during the race:
“Too bad you cant spin out your teammate.”
Other supporters offered encouragement and praised his performance, with comments such as:
“Second is better than last,”
“Go get em next week Chase!”
“Such a good race you ran, though. Next time!”
“At least you helped your teammate, win, maybe you’ll get them next week at Indy,”
Briscoe now sets his sights on the upcoming Brickyard 400 Cup Series race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, scheduled for Sunday, July 27. This 400-lap event will air live on TNT Sports starting at 2 p.m. ET, with radio coverage available on PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.
Briscoe Discusses Key Moments Racing Denny Hamlin at Dover
During the final lap’s critical stretch at Turn 1, Briscoe believed he had a chance to overtake Hamlin, who was running on older tires. However, Hamlin successfully maintained the lead heading through Turns 1 and 2, despite Briscoe’s aggressive push. Reflecting on the tight battle, Briscoe acknowledged his teammate’s skill and experience, telling NBC Sports:
“He was able to hang right there – another two or three inches and I thought I was going to win the race. He did a great job, obviously there is a reason that guy has won nearly 60-something Cup races.”
He continued by recognizing the team‘s accomplishment and expressing optimism about future races:
“Glad that we were able to have a good finish. Obviously would have loved to win the race but we had a fifth-to-10th place car and we ended up second, so a lot to be proud of with our Bass Pro Shops Toyota. I’m looking forward to going home next week,”
Coming into next week’s race, Briscoe stands eighth in the driver standings with 570 points, while Hamlin holds fourth with 663 points. Both competitors trail point-leader Chase Elliott, a former Cup Series champion, who leads the standings.
What the Dover Finish Means for Briscoe and His Season Outlook
The Chase Briscoe Dover P2 finish reflects both his competitiveness and continued growth within the Cup Series. While fans debated aspects of his strategy against Hamlin, Briscoe’s calm, thoughtful responses reveal his focus on progression rather than dwelling on setbacks. His consistent performance contributes positively to his championship bid and sets the stage for the high-profile Brickyard 400 next week, where he hopes to build on this momentum.
With solid points and a string of top-five finishes, Briscoe remains a driver to watch, underscoring the importance of every race as he pursues his first Cup Series victory in a competitive field.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Where will Chase Briscoe be in 2025?
A. In 2025, Chase Briscoe will become part of Joe Gibbs Racing, known for winning championships. He’ll take over the No. 19 Toyota Camry XSE, as Martin Truex, Jr. retires.
Q. Where is Chase Briscoe going in 2025?
A. Switching from Stewart Haas Racing to Joe Gibbs Racing has increased expectations for Chase Briscoe, who is performing exceptionally well this season. JGR picked Chase Briscoe last year to take over for Martin Truex Jr., who shared that 2024 would be his final year as a full-time NASCAR Cup driver.
Q. Where will Chase Briscoe go in 2025?
A. With the support of his teammate Christopher Bell, Briscoe was announced as the newest driver for Joe Gibbs Racing on Tuesday. He will drive the No. 19 Toyota Camry under a multiyear contract starting with the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season.
