Denny Hamlin Admits Luck Shapes NASCAR, Even as He Leads the Points
After years of dismissing fortune, Denny Hamlin now acknowledges that luck still influences NASCAR, especially as he tops the Cup Series standings under a new playoff format.
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After years of dismissing fortune, Denny Hamlin now acknowledges that luck still influences NASCAR, especially as he tops the Cup Series standings under a new playoff format.

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.

Shane van Gisbergen finished third in his third NASCAR Truck Series oval race at North Wilkesboro Speedway, driving the No. 71 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet and surpassing reigning champion Corey Heim and teammate Chase Elliott.

A five‑race, single‑elimination tournament featuring the top 32 Cup Series drivers will debut at Sonoma Raceway, offering a $1 million prize and new storylines for the 2026 season.