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Joey Logano begins his reign as a three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion on Sunday with the season-opening Daytona 500. But the champion hasn’t been widely celebrated. In the immediate aftermath of …
Joey Logano will kick off his reign as a three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion on Sunday at the Daytona 500. Despite his achievement, Logano and NASCAR faced criticism following the championship race about the playoff format and championship integrity. Logano, who finished the regular season in 15th place with one victory, faced backlash for being crowned champion. However, in the postseason, Logano emerged victorious three times, including at the championship race. The debate continues on whether the best driver won the championship and if changes to the system are needed in future seasons. Despite the controversies, Logano remains unfazed by the criticisms, focusing on his performance and the support of his team. Discussions about possible changes for the NASCAR system in future seasons are already underway.
