NASCAR changes Atlanta results shortly after playoff opener

As a seasoned gamer of NASCAR, I’ve seen more than my fair share of heart-stopping finishes and last-lap drama. The 2024 NASCAR Cup Series has been no exception, with an unusual trend developing – last-lap caution flags that necessitate reviews before the official results are determined. It’s like playing a game of chess, but instead of pieces moving on a board, it’s drivers swapping positions on the track.

During several instances throughout the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series, it was necessary for NASCAR to reexamine the race outcomes after a caution flag on the final lap had been raised, prior to announcing the final position of each racer.

Every time an event like that occurs, even as recently as at Richmond Raceway a month ago, adjustments have been made to the final race sequence. Consequently, the order shown by Fox or NBC when the checkered flag waves is technically still considered “provisional” or “tentative”.

Once more, on Sunday at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Team Penske’s Joey Logano emerged victorious in the Quaker State 400 presented by Walmart, securing his passage to the next round. However, turmoil erupted in turn four of this 1.54-mile (2.478-kilometer) quadrant oval based in Hampton, Georgia, triggering a caution flag before the finish line was crossed by Logano and the other racers.

Initially, it seemed that Ryan Blankey from Team Penske came in second, and Daniel Suarez from Trackhouse Racing Team placed third, but it was ultimately proven that Logano clinched the victory in the race.

Joey Logano WINS at Atlanta, but they’re WRECKING BEHIND HIM! #NASCARPlayoffs
— NASCAR on NBC (@NASCARonNBC) September 8, 2024

NASCAR alters Atlanta results

After closer examination, it became clear that Suarez was actually in second position, with Blaney behind him in third. The caution flag was then waved, which essentially reset the race’s standings just before the finish line.

Cup race results after review when the caution came out for Atlanta:
— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) September 8, 2024

Throughout the sport, there were numerous shifts, and even though exchanges like this might appear insignificant when viewed from a broader perspective, history has shown that such alterations can impact the progression of drivers in the playoffs, with some advancing or failing to do so based on tiebreakers.

As a gaming enthusiast, I’ve got some exciting news! Coming into this race, Joe Gibbs Racing’s Ty Gibbs and RFK Racing’s Brad Keselowski found themselves locked in a tight battle, both vying for the crucial 12th spot that would secure their place above the round of 12 cut line.

This was before the post-race review.
As small as some changes may seem, every spot matters.
Gibbs is now +1, Keselowski now -1.
— Beyond the Flag (@Beyond_The_Flag) September 9, 2024

Following all necessary adjustments and confirmations, Gibbs currently holds a one-point advantage for that particular position. The differences in points beyond the cutoff have also been affected as a result.

1) The gap between Harrison Burton of Wood Brothers Racing and the leader narrowed from 15 points to 16 points, while Martin Truex Jr. of Joe Gibbs Racing moved further behind with a 19-point deficit (previously 18 points). Similarly, Chase Briscoe of Stewart-Haas Racing increased his distance to the lead from 20 to 21 points back.

Points have been adjusted following a review, with the yellow flag being displayed earlier (Glen, Bristol to advance): Logano takes the win, Blaney gains 45 points, Bell earns 40 points, Reddick adds 33 points, Byron picks up 33 points; Bowman increases by 27 points, Cindric gains 27 points, Elliott advances 24 points, Suarez moves up 22 points, Larson improves by 15 points, Hamlin gets 2 points, Gibbs earns 1 point, Keselowski loses 1 point, Burton drops 16 points, Truex falls 19 points, and Briscoe suffers a setback of 21 points.
— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) September 8, 2024

On September 15th, two out of the three races in the opening round of the four-round, ten-race postseason will air live. The Go Bowling at The Glen, one of only two road course events on the playoff schedule, will be broadcast starting at 3:00 p.m. ET from Watkins Glen International on USA Network. Last year, William Byron from Hendrick Motorsports took the win when it was held during the regular season. Sign up for a free trial of FuboTV today to catch all the action!

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