Here’s who NBC’s writers think will triumph tonight in the Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway (6 p.m. ET on NBCSN)
Dustin Long
Denny Hamlin breaks through with his first victory of the season.
Nate Ryan
Martin Truex Jr. He has a consistent car, and no driver and team are better at working through outside distractions.
Daniel McFadin
Denny Hamlin wins from the pole to grab back-to-back Southern 500 victories.
Dan Beaver
Denny Hamlin makes it back-to-back wins for someone other than the Big 3.