NASCAR playoffs begin at reconfigured Roval in Charlotte

NASCAR's playoffs are underway at the newly reconfigured Charlotte Motor Speedway, known as The Roval. Changes to the course have raised concerns among drivers as four out of twelve will be eliminated after Sunday’s race. William Byron is the only driver guaranteed to advance, while others like Joey Logano and Chase Briscoe are below the cutline. The Roval's new layout includes sharper turns and elevation changes, which could lead to increased chaos on the track. NASCAR has also clarified its damaged vehicle policy after confusion during last week's race at Talladega. Teams can now tow cars with flat tires back to the pits for repairs, allowing them to rejoin the race under specific conditions.