Sprint Showdown Predictions

The Sprint Showdown is a short race where starting up front and using pit strategy will rule the day. Tire wear isn’t high here and each segment is only 20 laps.

Segment #1 Winner: Chase Elliott

I think Chase Elliott will win segment 1. Among drivers in this field he’s been the class of the field at 1.5 mile tracks. Him starting up front is a big advantage especially when you consider the format.

Segment #2 Winner: Austin Dillon

Outside of Chase Elliott he’s been the next best driver at 1.5 mile tracks this season. Last fall at Charlotte he had a great car and finished 7th.

Segment #3 Winner: Surprise winner

At this point in the race somebody is going to say, “hey, each segment is only 20 laps. I’m going to use pit strategy now and try to win this thing.” I think a couple of drivers who can get slotted in here are Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Greg Biffle, Paul Menard or Aric Almirola.

Fan Vote Winner: Danica Patrick

I honestly think Chase Elliott might beat her in the fan vote but since he’s going to race his way into the All-Star Race his votes won’t mean anything.