Hendrick Motorsports is gearing up its championship pursuit as William Byron and Kyle Larson prepare for the Championship 4 showdown at Phoenix Raceway on November 2. With their sights on a 15th NASCAR Cup Series championship, the team, led by Rick Hendrick and vice chairman Jeff Gordon, exudes energy and focus as they back their drivers for one of their biggest challenges yet.
Owner Rick Hendrick and vice chairman Jeff Gordon are recognized as the foundational leaders of the Hendrick Motorsports team. Their roles may be off the track, but their influence is pivotal—they ensure that drivers and crew alike are equipped with all the essentials needed for success.
“The resources or whatever you need are here for you,”
Jeff Gordon, Vice Chairman
Gordon emphasized the tremendous backing provided to the team, underscoring that Rick Hendrick’s standard has always been about ensuring nothing is out of reach for the drivers and the crew. He added,
“That is what Rick has always offered, and it’s been amazing. Our guys will tell you. There’s nothing that they are lacking from that side of things,”
Jeff Gordon, Vice Chairman.
Byron and Larson Set Sights on Victory at Phoenix
William Byron enters the Championship 4 for a third straight year, having secured his place in a dramatic battle with Ryan Blaney in Martinsville. The driver of the No. 24 car aims to maximize his points and secure his first Cup Series title. Kyle Larson, meanwhile, is determined to add a second Cup Series championship to his name, representing the pinnacle of NASCAR achievement.
Both Byron and Larson benefit from what many consider the best equipment and organizational infrastructure available in the NASCAR Cup Series. The opportunity now rests with the drivers to convert this unwavering commitment into a championship victory, supported throughout by Hendrick and Gordon’s leadership.
Gordon’s Approach to Leadership and Support
As vice chairman, Jeff Gordon carries the organization’s legacy and is widely considered the eventual successor to Rick Hendrick. Speaking with talk show host Claire B. Lang, Gordon reflected on his approach to working with the drivers, explaining how his own competitive experience shapes his leadership strategy.
“I think, for me, being one of those competitors gives me a bit of an edge,”
Jeff Gordon, Vice Chairman
Gordon continued,
“I do know what they’re going through. Cars have changed, championships have changed, but I do know what they’re going through. You just try to analyze personalities and say, ‘What does that person need to get a little bit more out of themselves or what do they need right now?’”
Jeff Gordon, Vice Chairman.
He is keen to use both encouragement and high expectations to get the best out of his team. Gordon openly credited Hendrick for inspiring his own leadership qualities, making it clear that this culture of support and accountability runs deep within the organization.
Outlook for Hendrick Motorsports in the 2025 Cup Title Race
As the Championship 4 approaches, Hendrick Motorsports stands at the forefront of the NASCAR Cup Series, driven by a motivated leadership team and two top-tier contenders in William Byron and Kyle Larson. Their significant resources and unwavering organizational commitment have left “nothing lacking,” setting the stage for a compelling championship pursuit. Supporters and competitors alike will be watching closely to see if the team can seize its 15th series title—and possibly begin paving the way for future championships under Gordon’s stewardship.
