Standings for the NASCAR Cup Series following Shane van Gisbergen’s outstanding performance in Mexico City….
Here are the updated NASCAR Cup Series standings after the Mexico City – Viva México 250 (Race 16 of 36, held June 15, 2025):
Pos Driver Points Playoff Points Behind Leader
1 William Byron (24) 604 12 —
2 Kyle Larson (5) 537 23 –67
3 Christopher Bell (20) 524 16 –80
4 Chase Elliott (9) 500 0 –104
5 Denny Hamlin (11) 494 18 –110
6 Tyler Reddick (45) 477 0 –127
7 Ryan Blaney (12) 466 8 –138
8 Ross Chastain (1) 443 5 –161
9 Joey Logano (22) 411 7 –193
10 Bubba Wallace (23) 411 2 –193
Shane van Gisbergen, despite winning in Mexico City, remains 30th in points with 242 – but has now locked himself into the playoffs due to the race win and accumulated playoff points .
William Byron increased his lead with a 9th-place finish, holding a 67-point advantage over Larson .
Kyle Larson dropped to second, while Christopher Bell sits third – his P2 finish solidifying his spot .
Chase Elliott’s run to third place moves him up to fourth in the standings .
Denny Hamlin, who skipped the race following the birth of his child, dropped to fifth in points .
