The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season has reached its dramatic conclusion, with one showdown at Phoenix Raceway. Four drivers from two powerhouse organizations are in contention: Joe Gibbs Racing’s Denny Hamlin and Chase Briscoe, and Hendrick Motorsports’ William Byron and Kyle Larson.
With the Bill France Cup on the line, bragging rights aren’t the only thing at stake. A major financial reward awaits whoever takes the checkered flag.
What’s in it for the winners?
This year’s total purse for the championship event sits at $12,394,135, according to Jayski’s Silly Season Site, marking an increase from last season’s $11,700,064 reported by FOX Sports’ Bob Pockrass. While NASCAR doesn’t publicly release its detailed payout structure, it’s generally understood that the race winner claims between

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