Chase Elliott’s 2025 Cup Series campaign isn’t about stealing the show with raw speed; it’s about playing the long game, and he’s doing it like a pro. After missing the playoffs entirely in 2023, Elliott roared back last year, reminding everyone why he’s a former champ.

This season, he’s doubled down on that steady vibe: avoid wrecks, pile up top-10s, and keep the points ticking. He may not match the blistering pace of Hendrick teammates Kyle Larson or William Byron, but with a series-best average finish of 11.96 through 26 races, one win, seven top-fives, and 13 top-10s, Elliott’s reliability is his superpower.

But here’s the kicker: even with all that, Elliott’s own uncle, Dan Elliott, didn’t pick him as a top contender for the 2025 Cup title. On the Five to Go Podcast with Devin Kupka

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