Who is in the NASCAR playoff field without a win?
Now the playoff field is set, starting with regular-season champion Chase Elliott in the first position. Joey Logano, Ross Chastain, defending Cup Series champion Kyle Larson and William Byron make up the remainder of the top five, respectively. Blaney, the lone driver in the playoff field without a win, is seventh in the playoff standings.
Who are the drivers still competing for the NASCAR Cup title?
Here are the eight drivers (and how they advanced) still vying for the title, in order of their seeding: Kyle Larson (win), Denny Hamlin (win), Martin Truex Jr. (points), Ryan Blaney (points), Kyle Busch (points), Chase Elliott (points), Joey Logano (points) and Brad Keselowski (points). Now, a Round of 8 track-by-track breakdown:
How many races are left in the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs?
The 2021 NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs continue Sunday, as four races remain in the 10-race battle for the championship.
How do playoff points work in the NASCAR Cup Series?
-- The top 10 finishers in the regular-season standings earn playoff points on a sliding scale, starting with 15 points for the Regular Season Champion and ending on one point for the 10th-place finisher Drivers in bold* have won a Cup Series race in the 2021 season
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Which NASCAR drivers are in the playoffs?
NASCAR Playoffs StandingsChase Elliott. 1 (2020)Joey Logano. 1 (2018)Ross Chastain. ... Kyle Larson. 1 (2021)William Byron. ... Denny Hamlin. ... Ryan Blaney. ... Tyler Reddick.More items...•
Is bubba Wallace in the playoffs?
NASCAR: Bubba Wallace moving from No. 23 to No. 45 for Cup Series playoffs. Bubba Wallace is being shifted from his No. 23 car for the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs. Wallace failed to qualify for the playoffs since he didn't win a race over the first 26 races of the season.
How many NASCAR playoff races are there?
A look at the 10 races that will decide the next Cup Series Champion. The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series championship schedule features 10 races contested in three three-race sets, then a championship-deciding showdown that will end the 36-race season on Nov. 6.
Who is the best NASCAR driver right now?
Joey LoganoDRIVERDRIVERTOP 51Joey Logano #2282William Byron #2443Denny Hamlin #1164Christopher Bell #20835 more rows
Why did Bubba Wallace change numbers?
Bubba Wallace will drive the No. 45 car the rest of the season, 23XI Racing announced Wednesday. The move is being made because the No. 45 — originally driven by Kurt Busch and now by Ty Gibbs since Busch's injury — is vying for the owner's title in Cup.
What car is Bubba Wallace driving?
Bubba Wallace switching to 23XI Racing's No. 45 for remainder of 2022 season. 23XI Racing announced Wednesday that Bubba Wallace and his crew will switch from car No. 23 to the No. 45 for the rest of the 2022 season.
Who advances to the next round in NASCAR?
driverA driver can advance one of two ways: If they win a race, they automatically advance to the next round of the playoffs. Alternatively, they can also make it into the next round on points so long as they are above the cutoff line at the end of each respective three-race round.
How does NASCAR playoffs work 2022?
The final 10 races are split into four rounds: 3 races, 3 races, 3 races, and 1 race. After every round, the bottom four drivers in the playoff standings are eliminated from contention. They still get to race in the remaining events, but they can no longer win the championship.
Who is locked into the NASCAR Chase?
Any playoff-eligible driver that wins a Round of 8 race is automatically locked into the Championship 4. Following the Martinsville race, the drivers with the four lowest point totals (who haven't won in that round) will be eliminated.
Who is the richest NASCAR driver?
Dale Earnhardt Jr.1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. Dale Earnhardt Jr. earns the ranking of the wealthiest NASCAR driver, with an estimated net worth of $300 million.
Who is the fastest driver in NASCAR?
Fastest Laps Run (FLP)Kyle Busch. 376.Ross Chastain. 372.Martin Truex Jr. 366.Chase Elliott. 360.Kyle Larson. 302.
How long do NASCAR engines last?
Most production car engines are designed to last over 100,000 miles. NASCAR race car engines are designed to last one race (500 miles, in the case of the Daytona 500). While the same version of an engine is typically used for an entire season, it is rebuilt after each race.
How many NASCAR races are there in 2022?
36-raceThis year, the 2022 season schedule continues NASCAR's process of re-aligning its long-stagnant calendar, with two new racetracks added to the 36-race schedule.
Who are the final four in the Nascar playoffs?
Hendrick Motorsports for the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series title on Sunday in Phoenix. Kyle Larson, Chase Elliott, Martin Truex Jr. and Denny Hamlin are the Championship 4 drivers, and it would appear Larson would have the edge according to recent form.
How many NASCAR races are there a year?
The series holds strong roots in the Southeastern United States, with about half of the races in the 36-race season being held in that region. As of 2020 the schedule includes tracks from around the United States.
What happens if there are more than 16 winners in NASCAR?
If there are no new winners over the next two races, then the 15 drivers who have won a race this year will advance to the postseason. The final spot will be decided between Ryan Blaney and Martin Truex Jr. There are no other drivers who can advance to the postseason by points.
Where is the NASCAR Cup Series Championship located?
The NASCAR Cup Series Championship is a NASCAR Cup Series motor race held at Phoenix Raceway in Avondale, Arizona.
How many laps is the NASCAR Cup Series Championship?
Phoenix Raceway measures 1 mile in length. It will take 312 laps to complete the 312 mile race.
When was the first race at Phoenix Raceway run?
The first race at Phoenix Raceway was first run in 1964 with Davey MacDonald winning the inaugural race.
How many drivers will make the Chase?
If Buescher climbs into the top 30, the top 14 drivers in points will make the Chase. If he does not, the top 15 will make it.
Who is the 14th place driver in the Chase?
The incident put Larson in a precarious position as far as making the Chase, dropping him 30 points behind Chip Ganassi Racing teammate Jamie McMurray, who holds the 14th spot in the standings.