Since Joey Logano’s championship in 2024, the playoff system has been under a brighter spotlight. Last season, the Team Penske driver was a passing afterthought in the first half of the year, finishing poorly in most races. But then, he won in Nashville and suddenly went from a playoff contender to a legit championship prospect. After clinching the title, Logano’s 17th rank in points made him the worst NASCAR driver in history to win a championship. That is why fans and drivers are targeting the playoff format – and NASCAR is listening.

After Logano’s controversial championship, NASCAR executives let loose hints about tweaking the format. The main issue surrounding it is its lack of meritorious integrity. But before the sanctioning body decides to make changes, it may start from the lower

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