breaking news; Lewis Hamilton posts emotional message ahead of NASCAR move…….
Why he can win: The best driver with arguably the best team is a potent combination by itself, then when you add in the fact that Larson will be beginning the playoffs with a series-best 38 playoff points, it only enhances his chances of advancing to the semifinal round — if not further.
Why he won’t: Too many times this season Larson has had the fastest car only to see a potential win not materialize due to a self-induced mistake (Texas, Iowa, Michigan). Should this occur again in the early rounds, his hefty playoff points cache provides a buffer. That won’t necessarily be the case in the latter rounds.
