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NASCAR restores 'Chase' championship format

NASCAR has decided to revert to its original 'Chase' championship format for the 2026 season, concluding a two-year review of its playoff system. The new format will consist of a 10-race postseason featuring the top 16 drivers from the regular season, eliminating previous multi-round eliminations and incentivizing wins.

NASCAR restores 'Chase' championship format

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Key Highlights

  • The 2026 season will feature a 10-race championship format called 'The Chase'.
  • Only the top 16 drivers from the regular season will qualify for the postseason.
  • The championship will be awarded based on cumulative points over the final 10 races.
  • The previous multi-round elimination format has been abolished.
  • The final race is set for November 8, 2026, at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
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Sources

  1. NASCAR changes playoff format again as it reverts back to the original 10-race Chase format
  2. NASCAR resurrects 'The Chase' as the 10-race championship format returns for 2026 season
  3. NASCAR's 'Chase' returns: What fans need to know about the 2026 format
  4. NASCAR restores 'Chase' championship format

This quick summary is automatically generated using AI based on reports from multiple news sources. The content has not been reviewed or verified by humans. For complete details, accuracy, and context, please refer to the original published articles.

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