As the NASCAR Cup Series barrels into the Round of 8 finale at Martinsville Speedway, the six playoff drivers can feel the heat hovering around them. Joey Logano, the defending champion, sits 38 points below the cutline, staring down a must-win race in Martinsville. His rivals, like William Byron and Ryan Blaney, are also desperate for a win. But Logano’s calm approach amid the storm hints at a mindset that’s served him through three titles, turning the heat into fuel rather than fallout.

This elimination showdown isn’t just about speed; it’s a pressure cooker testing mindset across the field. Logano knows Martinsville’s short runs favors aggression, as long as you don’t push too far. His edge lies in embracing the format’s brutal pressure as his secret weapon, using it to his advantage o

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