NASCAR reverts back to 'The Chase' playoff format. Here's how it works

You'll recognize the new NASCAR playoff format. The organization will revert back to "The Chase" for the 2026 season.

NASCAR announces new championship format for 2026, return of The Chase

NASCAR is bringing back the Chase for the Championship, used from 2004-2013, and emphasizing winning with a return to a full-season points system.
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NASCAR resurrects 'The Chase' as the 10-race championship format returns for 2026 season

The Chase is back on in NASCAR, which unveiled a new championship format Monday that goes back to the future in its most significant postseason overhaul in 12 years. Rebranding its playoffs as "The ...
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The Chase postseason series is back for 2026 NASCAR season

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — NASCAR said that they are bringing back The Chase championship format for the 2026 season with a few modifications to the original. The Chase will have 10 races that follow ...