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NASCAR has abandoned its 'win and in' playoff format, replacing it with a season-long championship that rewards consistency. Denny Hamlin tops the standings, but the revised point structure tightens the battle for the title.
NASCAR altered the aerodynamic package for the Daytona 500‑style event, cutting spoiler height and power output. While some drivers praised the added racing dynamics, others warned of tighter competition and difficulty in passing.
Ryan Preece clinches his first NASCAR Cup Series victory at Daytona in a dramatic overtime finish, securing a Chase spot while Shane van Gisbergen’s championship hopes evaporate.
Ryan Preece overcame a 31‑point deficit to win the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona, clinching his inaugural playoff spot and highlighting his resilience after a near‑career‑ending crash three years earlier.
After 248 starts without a points‑paying win, Ryan Preece captured the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona, clinching the final playoff spot and silencing his critics.
A Saturday night showdown at Daytona International Speedway saw Ryan Preece take the checkered flag, while Denny Hamlin’s top‑10 run kept his championship hopes alive. With only five drivers contesting three playoff spots, the stage is set for a dramatic climax at Darlington Raceway.
NASCAR announced a package for its Daytona superspeedway events that shortens the rear spoiler and reduces engine output, aiming to curb fuel-saving tactics and improve passing, but driver reactions reveal mixed views on the package’s effectiveness.
The regular season concluded at Daytona with Denny Hamlin topping the standings, Ryan Preece securing his maiden victory, and a compressed points gap setting the stage for a fierce postseason.
Ryan Preece captured his maiden NASCAR Cup Series win after a dramatic overtime finish at Daytona International Speedway, while Shane van Gisbergen and Brad Keselowski saw their championship hopes eliminated.
Ryan Preece captured his maiden NASCAR Cup Series victory at Daytona International Speedway, edging Zane Smith on the final lap to claim the 16th and final spot in the season‑ending Chase.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series regular season concluded at Daytona, setting the stage for a 16‑driver playoff battle led by Denny Hamlin.
Ryan Preece secured the last playoff berth at Daytona after a multi‑car crash and a last‑lap showdown with Shane van Gisbergen.
Ryan Preece’s second‑place finish in the Coke Zero 400 at Daytona International Speedway secured his first playoff spot, overcoming early setbacks and a chaotic final stage.
Ross Chastain secured pole position with a top speed of 184.396 mph, while Chris Buescher qualified second. The race, the final event of the 2026 regular season, will be broadcast live on NBC for the first time, showcasing a full field of drivers from teams such as Trackhouse Racing, RFK Racing, Team Penske and Hendrick Motorsports.
The final regular‑season race at Daytona introduces a new competition package, a fierce battle for the last Chase berth, and the excitement of a historic track.
The Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway on August 29 will decide the final playoff spots, with Ross Chastain on pole and Ryan Preece facing a make‑or‑break showdown.
A dramatic qualifying session at Daytona saw multiple teams and drivers jockey for position ahead of the Coca‑Cola Zero Sugar 400.
Ross Chastain secured pole position after a two‑round qualifying format, while Gray Gaulding was ruled the slowest and left out of the 40‑car field. The race, scheduled for Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET, marks the final regular‑season event before the playoffs.
Saturday’s NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at Daytona International Speedway set the stage for the season‑ending Coke Zero Sugar 400, with 41 cars entering the draw and one failing to make the field.
NASCAR’s final playoff qualifier at Daytona International Speedway will see 41 entries contesting 40 positions, with a 31‑point lead for Shane van Gisbergen over Ryan Preece heading into the weekend’s action.
A sudden thunderstorm forecast has put Saturday's NASCAR Cup Series qualifying in jeopardy, prompting a metric‑based lineup that could reshape the season‑ending race.
A points‑based Chase reshapes the 2026 season, with the final race at Daytona determining the last three playoff spots and the fate of two contenders.