Top 10 NASCAR Cup Series drivers of 2020
Take a look back at the ten most impressive drivers from the 2020 NASCAR Cup Series season.

10. Alex Bowman - 1 win - 6th in points

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9. Ryan Blaney - 1 win - 9th in points

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8. Kyle Busch - 1 win - 8th in points

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7. Kurt Busch - 1 win - 10th in points

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6. Martin Truex Jr. - 1 win - 7th in points

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5. Joey Logano - 3 wins - 3rd in points

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4. Brad Keselowski - 4 wins - 2nd in points

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3. Denny Hamlin - 7 wins - 4th in points

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2. Chase Elliott - 5 wins - Champion

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1. Kevin Harvick - 9 wins - 5th in points

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