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The NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway is about to begin.
The FireKeepers Casino 400 will begin at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday with the waving of the green flag.
Previously, we examined various storylines leading up to the racing weekend. Presently, let’s focus on the drivers who are likely to emerge victorious and claim the checkered flag.
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In a departure from the norm, the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series will only hold a single race at MIS, unlike previous seasons where the track hosted two races.
- The date is Sunday, Aug. 22.
- The place is Michigan International Speedway situated in Brooklyn.
- The distance of the race is 400 miles.
- Total distance: 400 miles (200 laps)
- Surface: Paved with asphalt
- NBC Sports Network and Peacock provide TV/streaming services.
- The current title holder is Kevin Harvick.
Larson remains strong favorite
As the race at MIS draws near on Sunday, Kyle Larson maintains his position as the frontrunner and favorite to emerge as the victor.
Starting from the pole position, Larson is favored by oddsmakers to clinch the victory.
He is listed as the top choice on both DraftKings Sportsbook and BetMGM Sportsbook.
As of Friday morning, the following are the top five odds from both books.
- Kyle Larson has odds of +260 on DraftKings and +300 on MGM.
- The betting odds for Kyle Busch are +700 on DraftKings and +650 on MGM.
- Kevin Harvick’s odds are +700 on DraftKings and +800 on MGM.
- Martin Truex Jr. is listed at +750 odds on DraftKings and MGM.
- Chase Elliott’s odds are +800 on DK and +700 on MGM.
Kevin Harvick dominant at MIS
While Larson is undoubtedly the favored choice, Kevin Harvick is a driver worth paying attention to for valid reasons.
In the previous five races held at MIS, Harvick emerged as the victor in four of them. His dominance extended to the NASCAR Michigan races in 2020, where he achieved an impressive weekend sweep.
In the previous six races held at the track, Harvick has consistently achieved an outstanding average finish of 2.17, accompanied by an impressive driver rating of 137.4.
Harvick, in addition, enters the weekend with an urgent need to secure a win. Throughout the 2021 season, he has failed to secure a victory and is presently positioned in 15th place in the standings. With only two races remaining before the playoffs, if two other drivers without a win manage to triumph in these final races, Harvick would be eliminated from the postseason competition.
On Sunday, Harvick will commence the race from the eighth spot.
Past MIS winners with long odds
Several past winners at MIS are prominently featured in this weekend’s race.
Out of all the drivers, Harvick holds the record for the highest number of wins, with a total of five victories. On the other hand, Larson has achieved three wins.
According to PointsBet Sportsbook, these are the odds for other drivers who have performed well at MIS and their chances for Sunday’s race.
- Joey Logano, with an impressive record of three victories and an average finish of 11.7 in 24 races, has odds of +1400.
- Kurt Busch, a triumphant three-time winner, has exhibited an impressive average finish of 17.9 throughout his participation in 40 races (+2800).
- Denny Hamlin, a two-time winner, has an average finish of 13.17 in 30 races, with odds at +1000.
- Ryan Newman has won two races and has an average finish of 16.26 over 39 races, with odds of +20000.
Big names seek first Michigan win
Although they haven’t achieved a victory, MIS has proven to be a favorable track for some drivers.
Brad Keselowski, a native of Rochester Hills, holds a significant presence as MIS is his home track, yet he has yet to secure a victory in his 23 attempts.
There are additional drivers who possess impressive MIS statistics, yet have been unable to secure that elusive triumph.
- Chase Elliott has an average finish of 7.7 over a span of 10 races, with odds of +850.
- Brad Keselowski has an impressive average finish of 12.7 over a span of 23 races, making him a strong contender with odds of +1500.
- Martin Truex Jr. has achieved an average finish of 13.83 across 30 races, earning him odds of +850.
- Austin Dillon has an average finish of 16.41 in 17 races, with odds of +6000.
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