It’s official. NASCAR is moving towards a tweaked playoff format. After the turbulent waves of criticism crashed on Joey Logano’s 2024 championship, the sport is yielding. Logano’s third title registered the worst average finish of 17.1. His teammate, Ryan Blaney, had set the earlier record – fetching an average finish of 14.1 en route to the 2023 Cup Series championship. Nevertheless, Team Penske looks as committed as ever.

Although Austin Cindric was eliminated after the Round of 12, both his teammates slipped through. Ryan Blaney won in New Hampshire, and Joey Logano clinched the last Round of 8 playoff berth. They are yet again hoisting the flag of opportunity for Team Penske – and that is all that matters to Logano.

Joey Logano does not care either way

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