NASCAR fans have reason to celebrate as a new in-season tournament is set to debut in 2025. The brainchild of Denny Hamlin, this exciting addition promises to inject fresh energy into the sport.
NASCAR recently announced a five-race, in-season tournament, with a whopping $1 million prize awaiting the winner. The tournament will take place during the regular season, adding an extra layer of excitement for fans and drivers alike. But what makes this concept so appealing?
🏁 "Creating a race for 21st that normally no one would give a crap about, now it means something."
Having hatched the idea last year, @dennyhamlin is all for @NASCAR's In-Season Tournament that will take place next season. 👍
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Denny Hamlin, known for his strategic thinking and passion for racing, proposed the idea of an in-season tournament on his podcast last year. Inspired by other sports like the NBA, Hamlin envisioned a midseason showdown that would captivate viewers and elevate the sport’s profile. He strongly believes that the idea will benefit the sport as well as the drivers, teams, and fans.
NASCAR In-Season Tournament: A Game-Changer for Racing Fans
NASCAR, the premier motorsport series in the United States, is set to introduce an exciting new concept during the 2025 Cup Series season: the in-season tournament. This bracket-style competition promises to inject extra significance into the heart of the regular season, captivating fans and drivers alike. Let’s dive into the details of this innovative addition.
The in-season tournament will feature a 32-driver, single-elimination bracket. These head-to-head matchups will unfold over five Cup Series races.
The seeding for the tournament will be based on drivers’ performance in the final three races televised by Amazon Prime Video in 2025. The better a driver’s finish in those races, the higher their seeding.
Drivers will compete fiercely, with the higher-finishing driver advancing to the next round. The stakes are high, and the pressure will be intense. The ultimate reward awaits the winner—a cool $1 million prize.
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