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William Byron Admits 2026 Has Been ‘a Struggle’

William Byron is still looking for his first win of 2026. He called his title chances a long shot but said the No. 24 team is getting closer.

By Andrew Ravens · Yahoo Sports

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 9:43 PM

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William Byron admitted that the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season has been a struggle for him.
The Hendrick Motorsports driver described his championship hopes late in the Chase as a Hail Mary.
Byron confirmed he is not counting on winning a championship during the 2026 postseason.

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Hendrick Motorsports driver William Byron has admitted that his 2026 NASCAR Cup Series campaign has been difficult. Byron noted that he is not counting on securing a championship this season as the postseason progresses toward the final stretch.

Assessing his postseason hopes, Byron described his chances of winning the title as kind of a Hail Mary late in the Chase. The admission comes amid intense competition across the Cup Series heading into crucial postseason rounds.

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William Byron Admits 2026 Has Been ‘a Struggle’

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