Chase Briscoe has taken the lead over Chase Elliott in a vital NASCAR measurement, scoring the highest number of points over the past 10 races as the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series regular season nears its conclusion. This performance metric highlights Briscoe’s strong momentum entering the playoffs, as he tops Elliott by four points in this critical stretch.
Briscoe, driving the No. 19 Toyota for Joe Gibbs Racing, has demonstrated consistent determination and skill throughout the 2025 season. As of mid-August, he sits eighth in the Cup Series standings with 674 points accumulated over 24 starts. His season includes one win, seven playoff points, six pole positions, and an impressive record of 10 top-five and 12 top-ten finishes.
Briscoe’s speed during qualifying sessions and his capacity to contend for top positions in most races have made him a solid playoff contender. His durability and competitive edge have been key factors in maintaining a front-runner status throughout the season.
Meanwhile, NASCAR Insights recently identified the top drivers based on points earned in the last 10 races, underscoring Briscoe’s advance over Elliott in this key performance area.
Chase Elliott’s Strong Season Performance and Standings
Chase Elliott, known for driving the No. 9 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports, is currently second in the Cup Series standings with 770 points as of mid-August 2025. His season mirrors Briscoe’s in several ways, featuring one victory, seven top-five results, and 12 top-ten finishes so far. Elliott earned his lone win at the Atlanta Motor Speedway, solidifying his status as a consistent and competitive driver regardless of the track.
Maintained under the leadership of crew chief Alan Gustafson, Elliott has been a steady presence in the playoff discussion, holding a spot just behind points leader William Byron while ahead of strong contenders like Denny Hamlin and Christopher Bell.
Reflecting on Elliott’s Breakthrough Victory at Atlanta
On June 29, 2025, Chase Elliott ended a 44-race winless streak with a memorable triumph at Atlanta Motor Speedway, his hometown track in Georgia. The race was intense and unpredictable, featuring numerous lead changes and a significant crash during Stage 2 that eliminated key competitors such as Joey Logano, William Byron, and Denny Hamlin.
Elliott’s victory unfolded in dramatic fashion with a last-lap pass on Brad Keselowski, aided by a crucial push from his Hendrick Motorsports teammate Alex Bowman. This assistance allowed Elliott to seize the lead and capture his 20th career win amid a lively crowd of home fans.
Recalling the race on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, Elliott said,
“Yeah, it was wild. You know, got just a couple really good situations off of four and had a really big shove there and into one. I think I got two for one there with a couple to go that got me by, I forget who, and then the 45 and that got me to third. And I’m not exactly sure what happened, but somehow or another, Alex got to third or got me to second, I’m sorry… And I couldn’t really tell how that happened. And when I saw him in my mirror, I thought, well, you know, that’s better than somebody else.” —Chase Elliott, NASCAR driver
The win was highly significant as it broke his long streak without a victory and energized his campaign for a strong playoff run.
Implications for the NASCAR Playoff Picture
Briscoe’s recent point advantage over Elliott suggests an intensifying battle as both drivers push toward the postseason. While Elliott maintains a higher overall position in the standings, Briscoe’s surge in recent races positions him as a formidable threat in the playoffs.
The performances of both drivers highlight the competitive nature of the 2025 NASCAR season, where consistency, qualifying speed, and race-day strategy all contribute to playoff seeding and potential championship success. Fans and teams will be watching closely as this rivalry develops leading into the final stages of the Cup Series.
