Now is the perfect time to try NASCAR betting if you have been exploring the realm of legal sports betting in Virginia.
Denny Hamlin, a native of Virginia, has already achieved two top-10 finishes in the NASCAR Cup Series during the early stages of the 2021 racing season. Additionally, he holds the second-highest chances of claiming the championship title in the Cup Series this year.
The pinnacle of NASCAR is represented by its top tier. However, the renowned NASCAR Xfinity Series, considered the major league’s top “minor league,” showcases a few familiar local personalities.
Both Brandon Brown and Jeb Burton, two drivers from Virginia, have secured positions in the top 10. Brown currently holds the No. 4 rank in the 2021 NASCAR Xfinity Series standings, while Burton follows closely behind at No. 6.
Furthermore, the Virginia driver, Gray Gaulding, showcased remarkable progress by advancing from 34th place in the season opener to an impressive 21st position in the previous week.
Do you have a positive outlook on these fast runners? Are you interested in supporting some of Virginia’s own? VA sportsbooks offer betting options to add excitement to your race day.
NASCAR Betting Odds for Contender Boats 250
This weekend, NASCAR is set to race at Homestead-Miami Speedway in Florida for an exciting doubleheader.
- The Contender Boats 250 in the Xfinity Series will be airing on Saturday at 4:30 p.m. on FS1.
- The Dixie Vodka 400 Cup Series race will be broadcasted on Fox this Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
Lines for the Contender Boats 250 were made available by VA sportsbooks as of Friday. Interested in selecting a clear victor? Tyler Riddick holds the favored position, with odds of +200 offered by DraftKings, William Hill, and BetRivers.
For Virginia drivers, the chances of winning vary. At FanDuel, Burton has odds of +8000, meaning that if you bet $10 on him and he wins, you would receive $800 in winnings. On the other hand, DraftKings offers Brown at +75000, so a $10 wager on him could yield $7,500 in case of victory. Similarly, Gaulding at William Hill also has odds of +75000.
Furthermore, various other Xfinity Series betting possibilities may be available, contingent upon the sportsbook. These can encompass:
- Looking to expand your betting options beyond just picking the winner? Consider placing bets on drivers who have a chance to finish in the top 3, top 5, or top 10 positions.
- Face-off: Select from a variety of driver matchups and predict the superior finisher.
- Winner selection: Select the victor from a cluster of drivers, typically comprising three or four individuals.
- Predict the champion of the season or the winner of an upcoming significant race in the futures market.
- There is a wide range of prop bets and specialty wagers available. These include options such as predicting the car manufacturer that will emerge as the winner, selecting a stage winner, or even choosing the winning car number based on its odd/even or high/low status.
The following list showcases the Virginia drivers participating in the Contender Boats 250 race, along with their early-year performance records:
| Starting position | Driver | Resides | ’21 Points | Race 1 | Race 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4. | Brandon Jones | Woodbridge | 4th | 6th | 8th |
| 5. | Jeb Burton | Halifax | 6th | 4th | 5th |
| 26. | Gray Gaulding | Colonial Heights | 32nd | 34th | 21st |
Brown, a 2018 graduate of Coastal Carolina University, competes for Brandonbilt Motorsports in the No. 68 car. The team is located in Woodridge. In 2020, he participated in the entire season, finishing 12th in overall points. However, his playoff journey came to an end after being eliminated in the first round.
In 2020, the 27-year-old achieved top 10 finishes five times out of 33 races. However, in 2021, he has already secured two top 10 finishes in just two races.
In recent years, Burton has participated in races across various series including Cup, Xfinity, and Truck. In 2020, he made 11 starts in the Xfinity series and achieved an impressive five Top-10 finishes. In the current year, he secured a commendable fourth-place finish in the Daytona 300 season opener and followed it up with a solid fifth-place finish on the Daytona road course last week.
Danny Hamlin Looks to Repeat at Dixie Vodka 400
After the Xfinity Series race on Saturday, the Dixie Vodka 400 marks the return of the Cup Series on Sunday.
Denny Hamlin, a native of Virginia, emerged victorious in the 2020 race. Remarkably, he triumphed in a considerable number of Cup races throughout the same year, totaling seven wins.
In addition, he secured the fourth spot in the concluding 2020 standings, marking his sixth Top 10 finish in seven seasons and his 11th in 13 years. Nonetheless, he remains on the quest for his inaugural season championship.
As of Friday, Hamlin’s odds for winning the Dixie Vodka 400 race are in his favor, and he has secured the pole position for Sunday’s event.
| To Win | Top 3 | Top 10 | ’21 Championship | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | +500 | +140 | -385 | +650 |
| FanDuel | +500 | +150 | -350 | +650 |
| BetMGM | +500 | n/a | n/a | +650 |
| William Hill | +450 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| BetRivers | +500 | +140 | -385 | +650 |
Starting in the 38th position, Quin Houff, hailing from Weyers Cave, Virginia, will be vying for the checkered flag this Sunday.
In his second full Cup Series season, the 23-year-old driver participated in all 36 races last year. Among his achievements, he secured an impressive 13th place finish at Talladega Superspeedway in 2020. However, this year, he has encountered difficulties with disappointing placements of 29th and 40th.
Hough’s chances on Sunday are highly unlikely. In fact, they are extremely slim. If you’re looking to bet on him, William Hill offers the best odds at +500000 for a win.
If you were to place a successful $10 bet on Hamlin (+500), you would receive $50 in winnings. In contrast, a winning bet on Hough would yield an astonishing $50,000.
For a more realistic choice, consider placing your bets on Hough for a Top 3 finish (+30000) or a Top 10 (+2500) at DraftKings or BetRivers. Alternatively, FanDuel offers the option to bet on Hough for a Top 10 finish.
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