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Races are generally divided into , where the top 10 finishers of each stage earn bonus points. In a significant shift for the 2026 season, the NASCAR Cup Series returned to the "Chase" format used from 2004–2013:

NASCAR operates three major national touring series, often referred to as a "ladder" for driver development: nascar

: The top 16 drivers qualify based solely on regular-season points (the "win-and-you're-in" rule has been retired). Races are generally divided into , where the

As of April 2026, the following drivers lead the Cup Series Standings : Tyler Reddick Denny Hamlin Ryan Blaney Chase Elliott Kyle Larson The Chase 101: How new championship format works Races are generally divided into

: The top-tier flagship series where the biggest stars compete.