Kyle Petty Applauds NASCAR For Points Format Change: ‘This is a Throwback’

Kyle Petty expressed appreciation for NASCAR reintroducing the Chase format prior to the 2026 Cup Series season. The retired NASCAR driver and current TV analyst said this year’s championship battle brings back an old-school feeling for him.With three races to go in the Cup Series Chase, seven drivers are within one race of each other in the points standings. The field is led by Kyle Larson, who has a five-point advantage over Christopher Bell.Talladega Superspeedway is next up on the 2026