Denny Hamlin secured the pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Martinsville Speedway on Saturday, October 31, 2026, as the championship battle intensifies heading into the final rounds of the playoffs.
Hamlin's qualifying performance puts him at the front of the field for the crucial short-track event, where track position is paramount. The victory adds to his playoff momentum as he vies for the series title.
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