As NASCAR’s 2025 playoffs approach the penultimate race at Martinsville Speedway, the championship field begins to take shape. Denny Hamlin and Chase Briscoe have already clinched their spot in the Championship 4 with commanding wins at Las Vegas and Talladega, displaying strong form and setting the bar high for others.

Meanwhile, the other two spots remain fiercely disputed, with Kyle Larson and Christopher Bell holding thin leads above the playoff cutline. As these seasoned racers prepare for Martinsville’s demanding half-mile track, their playoff fates hang precariously in the balance, setting the stage for an intense elimination battle.

Drivers below the cutline ahead of Martinsville

As the final NASCAR playoff elimination race looms, Christopher Bell and Kyle Larson lead the standi

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