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Michael Waltrip: NASCAR Has Finally Got the Format Right

"They got it right. It's a great balance between consistency and winning," said Waltrip of the reintroduced Chase format for 2026. Thanking former drivers who pushed for change, such as Mark Martin and Dale Earnhardt Jr., the 2001 Daytona 500 winner added, "We should be, as fans, thrilled," as driver star power is expected to take centerstage once again.