Overview

• NASCAR has cut the playoff field down to eight drivers after three earlier rounds of eliminations.
• The next three races will take place at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Homestead-Miami Speedway, and Martinsville Speedway.
• Kyle Larson is predicted to be the favorite to win the remaining races, with Denny Hamlin and William Byron also viewed as top contenders.
• Martin Truex Jr.'s recent poor performance has led some to question his chances going forward.
• The remaining drivers will compete for a spot in the Championship 4 finale at Phoenix Raceway on November 5th.