Christopher Bell misses the Championship 4 after Martinsville but says this playoff exit hurts less, admitting his team simply wasn’t strong enough.

Joe Gibbs Racing's Christopher Bell reflects on early rivalry with Kyle Larson ahead of crucial championship battle at Martinsville.

Chase Briscoe has emerged as one of the better drivers on track this year. The JGR debutant was desperate for good results this year as he had to prove his racing skills to the team.

Kyle Larson, who locked up the final spot in the NASCAR Cup Series Championship 4, reflected on outdueling Christopher Bell following a clean race at Martinsville Speedway.

Kids continue to yell “6-7” despite it having no meaning and no context. Christopher Bell, however, could yell “11-2” and receive a tip of the cap, for it holds serious meaning and strong context for the driver of the No.

Joe Gibbs Racing already had two of its drivers, Denny Hamlin and Chase Briscoe, locked into the Championship 4 heading into Sunday’s Round of 8 finale at Martinsville Speedway. It was Christopher Bell who needed to race his way into the final four.

Joe Gibbs Racing driver Christopher Bell opened up about Kyle Larson's threat as the Martinsville race inches closer.