Larson calls stage points 'participation awards'

Kyle Larson has questioned the purpose of NASCAR stage points, calling them 'participation awards' after his performance at Kansas. Larson became the first driver this season to earn maximum points, collecting 55 for the race win, 20 for winning both stages, and one additional point. sos-zagle.org.pl

The debate over stage points and their impact on the championship has intensified recently. NASCAR brought back the Chase format with alterations after a 13-year absence, and stage points were not part of NASCAR during the previous version of the Chase format.