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The ten‑race playoff resets the standings, putting Denny Hamlin just 25 points ahead of Ryan Blaney and setting the stage for a dramatic showdown at tracks from Darlington to Homestead.
An editorial look at the 16‑driver playoff field, the teams backing them, and the storylines that will define the road to the 2026 NASCAR champion.
Elliott Sadler's brief comeback ends as Colin Braun takes the wheel of the No. 25 Ram Truck at Richmond, marking Braun's first oval race since 2011. Carson Ferguson will return for a third start at Martinsville, and the finale will stream live on Fox Sports 1.
As the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series approaches, veteran drivers like Denny Hamlin, Brad Keselowski, Michael McDowell and J.J. Yeley are confronting the possibility of retirement, while teams such as RFK Racing and Spire Motorsports reshape their lineups.
Justin Marks’ final NASCAR Truck Series outing ended in 25th place at Naval Base Coronado. With no scheduled starts next year, the team has tapped Parker Kligerman to take over at Lime Rock Park, a venue where Kligerman once celebrated a victory.