2024 NASCAR Cup Championship 4 grid set
For a moment it was Bell, and then Byron holding the final transfer spot for the Championship 4.
While Ryan Blaney won his way into the finale, chaos was unfolding behind him in the fight for the fourth and final transfer spot.
Questionable radio comms, manufacturer loyalty on full display and a surprise wallride defined the final race to make the Championship 4. After lengthy deliberations and tense scenes on pit road, NASCAR finally made a decision.
Christopher Bell, who had beat William Byron on a tiebreaker, was removed from the Championship 4 due to a safety violation after he throttled up along the outside wall.
The final four will consists of two Team Penske drivers, one 23XI Racing driver, and one Hendrick Motorsports driver.
Joey Logano - No. 22 Team Penske Ford
Best Points Result: CHAMPION (2018, 2022)
Tyler Reddick - No. 45 23XI Racing Toyota
Best Points Result: 6th in 2023
Ryan Blaney - No. 12 Team Penske Ford
Best Points Result: CHAMPION (2023)
William Byron - No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports
Best Points Result: 3rd in 2023
William Byron, Hendrick Motorsports, Liberty University Chevrolet Camaro
Photo by: Danny Hansen / NKP / Motorsport Images
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