How do the NASCAR Playoffs work? 16 drivers advance to the NASCAR Playoffs. A win guarantees a spot in the playoffs unless there are more winners than spots available. The 16 spots go to the regular-season champion and then 15 drivers based on wins with ...

Tyler Reddick leaves Las Vegas firmly in control of the NASCAR Cup Series, his early-season consistency translating into a commanding edge in the standings. After the opening stretch of races, including the Las Vegas stop,

It’s time to crown a NASCAR Cup Series champion. After a grueling 26-race regular season, the NASCAR playoffs begin this weekend. It’s been a thrilling season so far with no clear favorite heading into the final 10 weeks. The opening 26 races included ...

This weekend, NASCAR heads to Watkins Glen International for the Go Bowling at The Glen, where drivers will tackle the challenging road course in pursuit of crucial points and momentum. As the playoff fight heats up, every turn and straightaway offers a ...

The Chase for the Cup is back in NASCAR. The sanctioning body announced Monday that it was returning to its original postseason roots and getting rid of the multi-round format it had used since 2014. In 2026, the top 16 drivers through the first 26 races ...

The NASCAR Cup Series playoffs went to Kansas Speedway on Sunday afternoon for the second race in the Round of 12. With the finale in the second round taking place at the Charlotte Roval, points had added importance in race today and the Hollywood Casino ...