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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Champions Return to Traditional Winston Cup Format for NASCAR Playoffs

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
June 18, 2025
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Champions Return to Traditional Winston Cup Format for NASCAR Playoffs

Feb 15, 2025; Daytona Beach, Florida, USA; NASCAR team owner Dale Earnhardt Jr. during practice for the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Calls for NASCAR to Ditch Playoffs in Favor of Winston Cup Format

In a bold move that has sent shockwaves through the NASCAR community, Dale Earnhardt Jr. has thrown his support behind bringing back the traditional Winston Cup format, echoing the sentiments of racing legend Mark Martin. The debate over NASCAR’s playoff system has reached a fever pitch, with Earnhardt Jr. advocating for a return to the old-school method of determining the champion.

During a recent episode of the Dale Jr. Download podcast, the former NASCAR driver proposed a modified version of the Winston Cup format, suggesting that the season should culminate in two to three final races to crown the champion. Earnhardt Jr. believes that this approach would reward consistency and skill, rather than relying on luck as the current playoff system does.

Mark Martin, who has been vocal about his dissatisfaction with the current state of NASCAR, has found an ally in Earnhardt Jr. The two share a desire to see the sport return to its roots, with Martin pushing for a full season without playoffs to determine the champion based on points accumulated throughout the year.

Earnhardt Jr. pointed out the success of other racing series, such as Formula 1, which do not use a playoff system. He highlighted that these organizations operate smoothly without the need for playoffs, raising questions about NASCAR’s insistence on maintaining the current format.

Criticism of NASCAR’s playoff system peaked last year when Joey Logano clinched the championship despite a mixed season performance. The controversy surrounding Logano’s victory, coupled with the perceived flaws in the playoff format, has reignited calls for a return to the traditional points-based system.

As the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs loom on the horizon, the debate over the playoff format continues to divide fans and drivers alike. With the regular season entering its final stretch, the race to secure a spot in the playoffs is heating up, adding an extra layer of excitement and tension to the upcoming races.

In a separate development, Dale Earnhardt Jr. extended an invitation to fans to join him for the final Amazon Prime NASCAR coverage at Pocono Raceway. As his broadcasting stint comes to a close, Earnhardt Jr. welcomed fans to participate in the pre- and post-race shows, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the NASCAR community.

With tensions running high and opinions divided, the future of NASCAR’s playoff system hangs in the balance. Will Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s plea for a return to the Winston Cup format be heard, or will NASCAR stay the course with its current playoff format? Only time will tell as the countdown to the playoffs begins.

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