Hendrick Motorsports entered the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season with high expectations, boasting a consistent driver lineup for the 5th consecutive year. Kyle Larson, William Byron, Chase Elliott, and Alex Bowman piloted the Nos. 5, 24, 9, and 48 Chevrolets, respectively, aiming to build on their previous successes. Larson secured three wins, including a notable victory at Homestead-Miami Speedway, while Byron led the team with a series-high 623 points. However, as the playoffs approached, the team faced challenges, with Bowman finding himself below the cutline, and making the upcoming race crucial for his championship aspirations.
Bowman’s last two results at Darlington and Gateway were not impressive, rather concerning, finishing 31st and 26th, respectively. He now sits at 15th out of th