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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Sounds Alarm: Shane van Gisbergen’s NASCAR Playoff Fate Hangs by a Thread!

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
August 28, 2025
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Sounds Alarm: Shane van Gisbergen’s NASCAR Playoff Fate Hangs by a Thread!

Dale Earnhardt Jr. looks out from his pit box Saturday, July 26, 2025, during the Pennzoil 250 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Shane van Gisbergen: Will This Supercar Sensation Crash and Burn in NASCAR Playoffs?

Shane van Gisbergen, the New Zealand racing prodigy, has made waves in his first full-time season in the NASCAR Cup Series, racking up an impressive four wins during the regular season. But as the playoffs loom, legendary driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. has cast doubt on whether this rising star can survive the cutthroat competition of the postseason.

All four of SVG’s victories came on road courses, showcasing his dominance honed from years in Supercars. However, the real challenge lies ahead: the NASCAR circuit is predominantly made up of oval tracks, where van Gisbergen is still grappling to find his rhythm. The opening Round of 16 is set to kick off with the Southern 500 at Darlington, followed by races at Gateway and Bristol—three oval tracks that could spell disaster for SVG, given his steep learning curve.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. didn’t hold back on his podcast, stating, “I do not believe that SVG… Man, it’s gonna be tight. He’s got 16 points to sort of cushion the blow.” While acknowledging that van Gisbergen has shown improvement on ovals, Earnhardt remains skeptical. “I like the guy. SVG is awesome. I just have a hard time seeing him escape the Round of 16… I don’t think SVG will make it because they’re just looking. I’m looking at the other competition. It’s not a knock on SVG, but when he doesn’t make it, it’ll be by the slimmest of margins.”

Currently, van Gisbergen occupies the sixth spot in the standings, just behind Christopher Bell and ahead of a fierce lineup that includes Chase Elliott, Chase Briscoe, Bubba Wallace, Austin Cindric, Ross Chastain, and Joey Logano. Unlike his competitors, who have been mastering the art of oval racing since childhood, SVG faces an uphill battle to outpace these seasoned veterans.

The upcoming weeks will be crucial as he attempts to navigate the treacherous terrain of oval racing. With the odds stacked against him, the question remains: can Shane van Gisbergen turn his road-course prowess into a playoff miracle, or will he become another cautionary tale of a talented driver unable to adapt?

As the NASCAR playoffs approach, all eyes will be on SVG. Will he rise to the occasion, or will Earnhardt’s predictions ring true? The tension is palpable, and the stakes have never been higher. Buckle up, because this is going to be one thrilling ride!

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