First Two Drivers Officially Clinch Spots in NASCAR Playoffs

The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series playoff field officially has its first two drivers. Following Sunday’s Quaker State 400 Available ...
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NASCAR Chase Tracker: Denny Hamlin, Tyler Reddick First Drivers To Clinch

NASCAR has a new playoff system in 2026. It’s back to the Chase. Instead of win-and-in, it’s the top-16 drivers in the ...

NASCAR Cup Series Driver Injury Recovery Brings Relief as Playoff Race Takes a New Turn

Christopher Bell believes his recovery from a fractured left wrist has reached an important stage as the NASCAR Cup Series regular season nears its end. The Joe Gibbs Racing driver suffered the injury ...

2026 NASCAR Cup Series Standings: Hamlin Extends Lead After Atlanta as Playoff Battle Intensifies

Denny Hamlin widened his lead atop the NASCAR Cup Series standings after Atlanta as the battle for playoff positions ...
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Denny Hamlin: Return of Chase puts NASCAR's title fight back in drivers' hands

The NASCAR playoff format used from 2014-25 burned several drivers during its time, but none more so than Denny Hamlin.
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How NASCAR’s New Chase Format Changes the Championship Battle

The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season has introduced one of the biggest championship changes in years. After several seasons ...

BREAKING: NASCAR Makes Major Rules Change Ahead of Daytona Race

NASCAR announced a major rules change for the Daytona regular-season finale, unveiling a revised superspeedway package..