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Joe Gibbs on the pressure of "extremely hard" playoff format
Joe Gibbs Racing had a successful year in NASCAR, with three teams making it to the Round of 8 and one team advancing to the Championship 4. Christopher Bell, led by crew chief Adam Stevens, secured a spot in the final four for the second year in a row, while veterans Denny Hamlin and Martin Truex Jr. were eliminated. Making it to the Championship 4 is considered a significant achievement, and JGR is the only organization to do so every year. The current playoff format rewards teams with strong cars and great performances throughout the season, but also adds immense pressure with the possibility of being eliminated in any of the three-race segments. Joe Gibbs Racing has won championships under different formats, and owner Joe Gibbs believes the current system increases fan excitement and fits well with TV coverage. However, he acknowledges the high stakes and pressure it brings to the teams.
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