NASCAR fans are gearing up for an exciting weekend as the AdventHealth 400 takes place at Kansas Speedway. The race will kick off on Sunday at 3 p.m. ET on FS1. While Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin, and Tyler Reddick are the favorites according to BetMGM, there are other contenders worth considering.
Denny Hamlin is a top pick to win the AdventHealth 400. He has been performing exceptionally well this season, with three victories already under his belt in 2024. Last week, he secured a thrilling win against Kyle Larson. Hamlin has a strong track record at Kansas, with three wins and seven top-five finishes in his last nine races there. His consistent speed rankings on high-speed 1.5-mile tracks since 2023 further solidify his position as a top contender. As the standout driver in the Toyota camp and potentially the entire Cup Series field, it’s no surprise that Hamlin is favored.
Tyler Reddick is another driver to watch out for. He enters Sunday’s race as the defending winner at Kansas and has shown impressive performance at the track. Despite some instances of bad luck, Reddick has led more than 23 laps in three of his last four races at Kansas. His strong showings at this year’s Vegas and Texas races, where he ranked second and first in total speed, demonstrate his potential to win. Considering his past success and recent performances, Reddick is a solid choice for a top-three finish.
Christopher Bell, though experiencing a slump in recent races, has historically performed well at Kansas. Aside from a crash in last year’s Spring race, Bell has recorded four straight finishes of eighth or better at the track. In the Next-Gen era, he holds the top spot in overall speed across the four races held at Kansas, consistently ranking fifth or better in terms of total speed. Bell’s No. 20 team has the capability to achieve top-five speed, and if they can avoid mistakes, a strong finish is likely.
Ty Gibbs rounds up the top bets for Kansas with a projected top-10 finish. Gibbs has had a solid start to the season but has cooled off in recent races. However, his performance at Kansas last year was promising until a crash disrupted his chances. Similar to Reddick, Gibbs’ speed rankings at Las Vegas and Texas indicate his potential for success. With a fifth-place finish at Vegas and the seventh-best average running position at Texas, Gibbs is expected to secure his seventh top-10 finish of the season.
In conclusion, while Larson, Hamlin, and Reddick are the favorites for the AdventHealth 400, there are other drivers who pose a significant threat. Denny Hamlin’s consistent performance, Tyler Reddick’s defending champion status, Christopher Bell’s historical success at Kansas, and Ty Gibbs’ promising potential make them strong contenders to keep an eye on during the race. With the excitement building up, NASCAR fans can look forward to an action-packed event at Kansas Speedway.
