For Denny Hamlin, it couldn't have ended worse, as the veteran driver watched his chances of securing his first title elude him once again. And as the series drives toward The Chase, Hamlin sits at the top of the title oddsboard. Here are the latest odds for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Championship at DraftKings Sportsbook as of July 29. I know, I know, every season begins with wondering if this year could be the year for Hamlin. He only has one win in the last four seasons, and he broke his leg in the offseason.