Chase Elliott: The NASCAR Cup Champion Who Was Born to Race

Brief overview of Chase Elliott’s career in motorsport

Chase Elliott is an American professional driver, and one of the top NASCAR drivers of his generation. He won the NASCAR Cup Champion title during the 2020 NASCAR Cup Series season, and currently drives full time in the NASCAR Cup Series with Hendrick Motorsport.

Elliott became one of NASCAR's most popular drivers through consistent wins and strong finishes. He has earned victories on road courses, short tracks, and intermediate speedways nationwide.

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Chase Elliott’s age, family and early life

Chase Elliott was born on November 28, 1995, in Dawsonville, Georgia. He is the son of Bill Elliott, a former NASCAR Champion and Hall of Famer.

Elliott grew up around race tracks and garages while learning the basics of racing at a young age. His family supported his racing goals while stressing discipline, fitness, and mental focus. Chase Elliott started racing go-karts at the age of eight in Georgia.

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How did Chase Elliott get to NASCAR?

Chase Elliott began his stock car career in late model racing, competing in regional series across the United States as a teenager. In 2013, he moved into NASCAR’s national ranks, racing full time in the NASCAR Nationwide Series with JR Motorsports.

In 2014, Elliott won the NASCAR Nationwide Series championship at 18 years old, becoming the youngest champion in a NASCAR national touring series. That title put him on the path to the Cup Series.

Elliott joined Hendrick Motorsport for the 2016 NASCAR Cup Series season. He replaced Jeff Gordon and delivered a solid rookie season.

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Notable moments and races in Chase Elliott’s career

Chase Elliott recorded his first NASCAR Cup Series victory in 2018 at Watkins Glen International, one of the sport’s most established road courses. That win marked his breakthrough at the Cup level.

Elliott went on to become one of NASCAR’s strongest road-course drivers. He won multiple races on road circuits during the 2019 and 2021 seasons, including repeat victories at tracks such as Watkins Glen and Road America.

During the 2020 season, Elliott delivered a consistent playoff run and won key races on the way to the NASCAR Cup Series championship. He also won the NASCAR All-Star Race that year at Bristol Motor Speedway.

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Chase Elliott height: How tall is Chase Elliott?

Chase Elliott stands at 5 feet 10 inches tall. His height is typical among NASCAR Cup Series drivers. While Elliott’s exact weight is not publicly listed, NASCAR drivers maintain strong physical conditioning to cope with heat, G-forces, and the physical demands of long races.

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What is Chase Elliott’s net worth?

Chase Elliott has an estimated net worth of around $12 million. His income comes from his NASCAR Cup Series salary, race winnings, and endorsement deals. Elliott also benefits from long-term sponsorships linked to Hendrick Motorsports. 

His 2020 championship and continued success in the Cup Series helped increase his earning power and commercial value.

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Chase Elliott’s relationship status: Who is Chase Elliott’s wife?

Chase Elliott does not have a wife as of 2025 and keeps his personal life mostly private.

He previously dated Kaylie Green, who has family connections within NASCAR. For now, he focuses strongly on racing performance, training, and season preparation.

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