NASCAR’s Chase Is Back: Here’s How the 2026 Format Works
NASCAR’s championship format changed for 2026, so before the final 10 races begin, let’s make The Chase make sense. Following ...
Chase Elliott reacts as NASCAR brings back traditional Chase format for 2026 Cup Series title
Chase Elliott believes NASCAR has made the right call by bringing back its traditional Chase points format to decide the 2026 ...
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Why NASCAR's 2026 championship format gives Hamlin his best shot yet in hunt for elusive title
Denny Hamlin begins the NASCAR Cup Series Chase as the No. 1 seed, and still seeking what has been an elusive championship.So ...
The Chase 101: How NASCAR's new championship format works
Editor\"s note: This story was originally published on Jan. 12, 2026. NASCAR has announced a return to The Chase championship format for all three national series beginning in 2026, with a modified ...
NASCAR Playoff 2026 Rules, Format, Schedule, Prize Money and Predictions
Sixteen drivers will compete across 10 races between Sunday and November 8 to determine the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series champion.
A look at contenders, pretenders in 2026 NASCAR Chase
The NASCAR Cup Series standings have been reset. Denny Hamlin, the regular-season champion, had his sizable advantage slashed ...
Racing Insights: New postseason format, same Daytona mystique
While the Cup Series postseason format is different, Daytona will be the same -- chaotic, in the best way possible (Sat., ...