“I think if there are any changes in the future that are to be made, it has to be first and foremost simplifying in order for more to understand and appreciate.” Austin Cindric said these words in a ‘Door, Bumper, Clear’ episode a few days ago. He highlighted the heavy criticism of the current playoff format, implying that many of its benefits are often misunderstood. However, a NASCAR veteran pointed out that it is not the only misunderstood thing.

Jeff Burton, currently an NBC Sports racing analyst, has experienced NASCAR across its forms. He has been a Cup Series driver from 1993 to 2014, winning 21 races across the sport’s varied championship formats. Moreover, having worked in TV as well, he understands which works best for both drivers and viewership – and also how fans’ notions c

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