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Regular season champ Truex riding bonus points into Round of 8
Martin Truex Jr. has shown why NASCAR’s regular season is important, as his performance in the postseason has been lackluster, with an average finish of 21.3 and a total of 106 points earned in six races. However, he secured a spot in the Round of 8 due to his accumulation of stage points and bonus points from the regular season. Truex acknowledges the need to improve and perform well in the next round, as simply relying on bonus points won’t be enough. He recognizes that some drivers who outraced him may be upset, but the playoff system is what it is. Despite his team’s struggles, Truex enters the semifinal round as the second seed with 4,036 points, thanks to winning the regular-season championship. He expresses disappointment with his recent finishes, particularly on the Roval, but he is optimistic about the upcoming races, as they are on tracks where he has previously won.
Source: Racer
