Winning Races but Not a Championship
The current format isn't the only one to deny the "best" driver of the season a title.
A full season points format is gaining momentum as a distinct possibility, after more than two decades of various playoff systems.
Proponents claim that it will lessen the likelihood that an undeserving driver will wind up hoisting the big trophy.
It could easily come to pass that none of the season win leaders win the title, which one might consider a travesty.
what’s old is new again
This occurrence is most certainly not limited to the playoff era of NASCAR.
Author’s summary: NASCAR considers changing its championship format.