NASCAR's Regular Season Finale Sets Playoff Field with First-Time Winner Bubba Wallace

Bubba Wallace won his first career Cup race, clinching a playoff spot in the regular season finale at Daytona.
Chase Elliott missed the playoffs despite winning two races this season.
Wallace and Elliott appeal to different NASCAR fanbases, which could impact playoff viewership.
Other top teams like RFK Racing have shown strength, winning multiple races this season.
Favorites for the title include past champions Truex Jr., Hamlin, Larson, and rising star Byron.