By Kevin Alford – A lot of fans are confused and bitter about the Chase this year.

I can’t do anything about your bitterness, you just need to get over it. But I can help with the confusion over the this year’s new format.

Q: Can an eliminated drivers still win the championship.

A: Yes. This is Amercia. Everyone is treated the same. Even the losers.

Q: Will bonus points be awarded during the championship race?

A: Of course they will. Bonus points have been awarded all season, why stop now? Doesn’t make sense.

Q: Does a driver have to win the championship race to be the champion?

A: Yes. That’s why it’s called the championship race.

Q: What if the winning car is found to be illegal in post-race inspection?

A: The win will be voided, and @RyanJNewman will be declared the champion.

Q: Can Ryan Newman win the championship.

A: Not on the track, no. See above answer for his only winning scenario.

Q: On what lap will the field be inverted?

A: Last lap.

Q: How many green-white-checkers will there be?

A: Until it becomes obvious they’re trying to get Newman the win.

Q: Can more than one driver win the championship?

A: No. It’s like Miss America. Once NASCAR decides who they want the winner to be, that’s it.

Q: What time does the race start?

A: I dunno, 4:30?

Q: Will there be a fight after the race?

A: God, I hope so!

Q: How heavy is the Sprint Cup trophy?

A: They weigh @J_Allgaier at the beginning of each season, and base it on that.

Q: Will they change the Chase next year so I’ll like it?

A: They’ll change it, but you still won’t like it.

EMAIL KEVIN AT kevin.alford@popularspeed.com

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