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Richard Childress Supports NASCAR Going to the Chase Format, but Not Because He Disliked the Playoffs

The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season begins this weekend with the Daytona 500, and one very exciting change, or rather a reintroduction, to look forward to is the return of the Chase format.

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Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott Insist A Daytona 500 Win Won’t Make or Break Their NASCAR Careers

All drivers in NASCAR dream of winning the Daytona 500, but only some can realistically contend for it each year. For those who enjoy glittering careers without this elusive trophy in their cabinets, the prize becomes even more alluring, and Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott are two such drivers.

NASCAR News / SpeedwayMedia.com / February 13

Chase Elliott capitalizes late to win Daytona Duel 2; BJ McLeod awarded Daytona 500 berth

Chase Elliott navigated his way to a thrilling victory in the America 250 Florida Duel 2 at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday, February 12. The

NASCAR News / SpeedwayMedia.com / February 13

Joey Logano wins Daytona Duel 1 in overtime; Casey Mears rallies for Daytona 500 berth

Joey Logano won the America 250 Florida Duel 1 at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday, February 12, in an overtime shootout. The three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion from Middletown, Connecticut, led twice for 15 of 63 over-scheduled laps.

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B.J. McLeod News / Yardbarker / February 13

BJ McLeod reacts to making Daytona 500: 'I'll take it however we can get it'

BJ McLeod initially missed the Daytona 500 after finishing 19th in his duel race on Thursday evening.

Anthony Alfredo has duel finish disallowed, won't race in Daytona 500; BJ McLeod makes race

Joey Logano notes major worry for Daytona 500 field

Chase Elliott doesn't expect calm duel race to translate to Daytona 500

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Chase Elliott News / Yardbarker / February 13

Chase Elliott doesn't expect calm duel race to translate to Daytona 500

Thursday's second 150-mile qualifying race at Daytona International Speedway ahead of the Daytona 500 was a calm race with no caution flags and an exciting but carnage-free finish.

Chase Elliott wins Daytona Duel 2; Anthony Alfredo races into Daytona 500

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Kyle Busch News / The SportsRush / February 13

'You Are Too Old You Can’t Do It': Kyle Busch Wants to Prove Detractors Wrong

Kyle Busch is kicking off the 2026 season with the serious intentions of winning races, after spending the last two years struggling to get great results.

B.J. McLeod News / Yardbarker / February 13

Anthony Alfredo has duel finish disallowed, won't race in Daytona 500; BJ McLeod makes race

Alfredo initially finished 18th in his duel race but is now relegated to a 22nd-place finish.

What Daytona 500 starting lineup looks like after Duel races

Joey Logano notes major worry for Daytona 500 field

Chase Elliott wins Daytona Duel 2; Anthony Alfredo races into Daytona 500

Casey Mears overcome by emotion after making 2026 Daytona 500

'Devastated' Corey LaJoie misses Daytona 500 in most heartbreaking way possible

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Richard Childress News / The SportsRush / February 13

Richard Childress Has Still Not Gotten Over the Personal Attacks Made on Him by NASCAR Executives

The 2025 NASCAR offseason was arguably one of the most exciting periods of off-track drama in recent history, and the saga surrounding the revelation of top NASCAR officials lambasting Richard Childress behind his back was among the biggest stories.

NASCAR News / ESPN / February 12

Emotional Mears avoids crash, qualifies at Daytona

Casey Mears choked back tears after squeezing into the 41-car field as the highest-finishing "open" car in the first of two 150-mile qualifying races at Daytona on Thursday.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / February 12

What Daytona 500 starting lineup looks like after Duel races

With Thursday's 60-lap duel qualifying races at Daytona complete, the starting lineup is now set for Sunday's Daytona 500.

Joey Logano wins Daytona Duel 1; Casey Mears makes Daytona 500

Chase Elliott wins Daytona Duel 2; Anthony Alfredo races into Daytona 500

Casey Mears overcome by emotion after making 2026 Daytona 500

'Devastated' Corey LaJoie misses Daytona 500 in most heartbreaking way possible

Tony Stewart reveals if he'll ever race in the Daytona 500 again

Chase Elliott News / Field Level Media / February 12

Chase Elliott wins third career Daytona Duel, taking second race

Chase Elliott took the lead on Lap 53, held off a charge from Carson Hocevar, and claimed the checkers in the America 250 Florida Duel 2 at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday night in Daytona Beach, Fla.

NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / February 12

Daytona 500 Final Qualifying Results: Daytona Duels

The Duels at Daytona went rubber to pavement tonight, and we are so glad to see it. Between hot laps, wrecks, surprises, and much more, there is a lot to unwrap.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / February 12

Joey Logano notes major worry for Daytona 500 field

Joey Logano has a trophy to take home and another win at Daytona in his pocket after his win in the first of two qualifying races at Daytona International.

Logano wins Daytona Duel 1; Casey Mears makes Daytona 500

Chase Elliott wins Daytona Duel 2; Anthony Alfredo races into Daytona 500

'Devastated' Corey LaJoie misses Daytona 500 in most heartbreaking way

Richard Childress gives Kyle Busch a blunt message ahead of Daytona 500

What Daytona 500 starting lineup looks like after Duel races

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NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / February 12

Daytona 500 final field set: Full starting order revealed for NASCAR Cup Series season-opener

Single-car qualifying came and went, the Duels have been fought, and now all that remains is The Great American Race itself. The Daytona 500 will have to wait until Sunday, but the full starting order has officially been set following all the Speedweek action.

Chase Elliott News / Yardbarker / February 12

Chase Elliott wins Daytona Duel 2; Anthony Alfredo races into Daytona 500

Chase Elliott won Duel 2 at Daytona International Speedway and will start fourth in Sunday's Daytona 500.

Joey Logano wins Daytona Duel 1; Casey Mears makes Daytona 500

Casey Mears overcome by emotion after making 2026 Daytona 500

'Devastated' Corey LaJoie misses Daytona 500 in most heartbreaking way possible

Tony Stewart reveals if he'll ever race in the Daytona 500 again

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NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / February 12

Daytona 500 field shakeup: William Byron, Chris Buescher go to backup cars, changes starting order

The first Duel at Daytona ended in absolute chaos. The race was largely clean until the green flag pit stops. With 5 laps remaining, Bubba Wallace got shoved, spun out, and started a chain reaction that destroyed Chris Buescher and William Byron.