Joey Logano’s 2024 NASCAR Cup Championship victory has sparked intense debate within the racing community, leading to a backlash that questions the validity of his success.
Despite facing plenty of challenges and criticisms, Logano managed to secure his third Cup title, placing him among an elite group of only six drivers in NASCAR history with three or more championships. Some critics argue that Logano’s championship was facilitated by NASCAR’s current playoff format, which they claim unfairly favors less consistent drivers.
Former NASCAR driver Kyle Petty has come to Logano’s defense amidst the criticism. Petty argues that the backlash against Logano is unwarranted, suggesting that fans are focusing on minor issues to undermine Logano’s significant accomplishments. Petty is adamant that the focus should be on Logano’s impressive achievement of winning a third Cup Championship, rather than fixating on perceived shortcomings. He explained: