Martin Truex Jr. favored over Kyle Larson in 2023 Austin NASCAR race.

As the 2023 NASCAR season rolls into Austin, Texas, fans and experts alike are gearing up for what promises to be an exciting race at the Circuit of the Americas. With a brand-new track and some of the biggest names in the sport ready to compete, this is a race that no fan will want to miss. But who will come out on top? Here are our expert picks and predictions for the 2023 Austin NASCAR race. 

First and foremost, it's important to note that this is a brand-new track for NASCAR, which means that anything could happen. Drivers will have to navigate unfamiliar turns and elevation changes, and there could be some unexpected challenges along the way. That being said, we believe that the experienced drivers will have the advantage, and that's why we're avoiding Kyle Larson as our top pick.

Instead, we're putting our money on veteran driver Martin Truex Jr. Truex has been in the sport for over 20 years and has an impressive record of 29 Cup Series wins. He's also shown that he can handle new tracks, winning at the Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL in 2019. With his experience and skill, we believe that Truex has what it takes to come out on top at the Circuit of the Americas.

Of course, Truex isn't the only driver to watch out for. Defending Cup Series champion Chase Elliott will undoubtedly be a strong contender, as will Denny Hamlin and Kevin Harvick. And with so many unknowns at play, there's always the possibility of a dark horse candidate coming out of nowhere to take the win.

As for the odds, Truex is currently listed at +700, which puts him in third place behind Larson (+250) and Elliott (+500). We think that Truex is a solid bet at those odds, and we wouldn't be surprised to see him pull off the win.

All in all, the 2023 Austin NASCAR race is shaping up to be one for the history books. With a brand-new track and some of the sport's biggest names ready to compete, fans are in for a treat. Will Truex come out on top, or will another driver surprise us all? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: this is a race that you won't want to miss.