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The NASCAR Cup Series championship hopes of six drivers comes down to what happens Sunday afternoon at Martinsville Speedway. Of course, how that shakes out is yet to be seen. It’s not just the res…
The NASCAR Cup Series championship hopes of six drivers will be determined this Sunday at Martinsville Speedway, with the results still up in the air. Teams will be using a new tire designed to offer more grip and wear, introducing some unpredictability to the race. The tire compound for this weekend is the same as that used at North Wilkesboro Speedway and Richmond Raceway, adding an element of novelty. Crew chiefs like Alan Gustafson and Jonathan Hassler have differing opinions on the impact of the new tire on the race weekend. The unknown tire adds another layer of complexity to an already intense playoff season at Martinsville Speedway. The change brings both excitement and uncertainty to the sport, with teams gearing up for a challenging and competitive race day.