PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Chase Elliott, driver of the #9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet, walks off pit road following the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

At-track photos: Phoenix playoff race weekend 2018

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Tony Stewart embraces Kurt Busch after a late-race wreck ended Busch's championship hopes for his No. 41 Stewart-Haas Racing team.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Former driver and co-owner of Stewart-Haas Racing, Tony Stewart, consoles Kurt Busch, driver of the #41 Haas Automation/Monster Energy Ford, after an on-track incident during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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A look at the pit stall of the No. 41 Stewart-Haas Racing Ford team after a wreck ended Kurt Busch's day and championship hopes.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Crew members push the #41 Haas Automation/Monster Energy Ford, driven by Kurt Busch(not pictured), through the garage area following the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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The No. 41 team pushes the wounded car back to the garage at ISM Raceway.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Kurt Busch, driver of the #41 Haas Automation/Monster Energy Ford, is escorted to the infield care center following an on-track incident during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kurt Busch will have to wait another season to reach the Championship 4.

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Chase Elliott walks away from his car after finishing 23rd in the elimination race

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Denny Hamlin, driver of the #11 FedEx Ground Toyota, drives to pit road after an on-track incident during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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The No. 11 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota of Denny Hamlin took on plenty of damage after an incident with Kurt Busch.

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Contact between Denny Hamlin and Kurt Busch set off a wreck with less than 45 laps to go that saw Chase Elliott get snared as well.

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Aric Almirola gave it all he had at Phoenix but in the end it was not enough to advance to the Championship 4.

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Despite the elimination, its been a strong 2018 season for Aric Almirola with his new team co-owned by Tony Stewart.

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Tony Stewart consoles Aric Almirola after his fourth-place run was not enough to keep him from elimination.

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Teammates Aric Almirola and Kevin Harvick share a few words after Almirola was eliminated and Harvick advanced to the Championship 4.

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Stewart-Haas Racing owners Gene Haas and Tony Stewart congratulate Kevin Harvick on reaching the Championship 4.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 M&M's Toyota, celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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That's eight wins on the season for Kyle Busch.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 M&M's Toyota, embraces his wife Samantha in Victory Lane after winning the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kyle and Samantha Busch embrace in Victory Lane.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 M&M's Toyota, celebrates with a burnout after winning the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kyle Busch brings the big burnout to the desert.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 M&M's Toyota, celebrates after winning the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Kyle Busch, driver of the No. 18 M&M's Toyota, celebrates after winning the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 M&M's Toyota, celebrates with the checkered flag after winning the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Take a bow, Kyle Busch. You are in the Championship 4.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 M&M's Toyota, takes the checkered flag to win the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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No sweeter feeling than coming to the checkered flag.

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Joey Logano's day came to an early end at Phoenix. However, he and crew chief Todd Gordon will battle for the title at Homestead-Miami Speedway thanks to a win at Martinsville two races ago.

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Ricky Stenhouse Jr.'s No. 17 Roush Fenway Racing is on fire after a hard hit in Turn 1.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: A general view of the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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An overview of the new-look ISM Raceway on race day.

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Clint Bowyer chats with NBC Sports' Marty Snider after his race at ISM Raceway comes to an early end.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Clint Bowyer, driver of the #14 ITsavvy Ford, is involved in an on-track incident during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Clint Bowyer's finished the day in 35th place after a Lap 133 wreck.

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Clint Bowyer's playoff run ends after a hard hit into the wall in Turn 4.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Aric Almirola, driver of the #10 Smithfield Ford, leads a pack of cars during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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A scenic view of ISM Raceway complete with an Arizona cactus.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: William Byron, driver of the #24 Hertz Chevrolet, leads a pack of cars during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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William Byron leads a gaggle of cars at ISM Raceway.

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Trouble for Kevin Harvick at ISM Raceway as the nine-time Phoenix winner has a tire go down from the lead in Stage 1.

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Kevin Harvick hits pit road after trouble late in Stage 1.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Kevin Harvick, driver of the #4 Busch Light Ford, pits after having a tire deflate during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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An up-close look at the service on the No. 4 Ford of Kevin Harvick after a flat tire brought him to pit road.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 M&M's Toyota, pits during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kyle Busch comes down pit road for some work on his No. 18 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Fans look on during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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A sold-out crowd takes in the Round of 8 elimination race at ISM Raceway.

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Lining up side-by-side for the start of the race: Chase Elliott (No. 9) and Kevin Harvick (No. 4)

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Look at the cars fan out at ISM Raceway.

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The green flag is out and the Monster Energy Series stars are racing at ISM Raceway.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Jimmie Johnson, driver of the #48 Lowe's Power of Pride Chevrolet, looks on as his daughter Genevieve sits in his car prior to the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Genevieve Johnson enjoys a playful moment with her father, seven-time champion Jimmie Johnson, on the grid.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: A general view of the flyover prior to the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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A general view of the flyover before the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: American singer and songwriter Jake Owen performs driver introductions prior to the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Country singer and songwriter Jake Owen performs driver introductions ahead of Sunday's race.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Skeet Ulrich, star of CW's Riverdale, attends the driver's meeting prior to the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Skeet Ulrich, star of CW's Riverdale, gave the command to fire engines before the race.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 11: Actor Justin Hartley poses for a photo at the driver's meeting prior to the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 11, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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'This Is Us' star Justin Hartley poses with the Can-Am 500 trophy.

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Chase Elliott and crew chief Alan Gustafson share a moment before the Can-Am 500.

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Clint Bowyer and crew chief Mike Bugarewicz share a pre-race word at ISM Raceway.

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Clint Bowyer signs an autograph for one of his fans.

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Team owner Tony Stewart checks in with driver Kurt Busch before the Can-Am 500.

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Kyle Busch makes one lucky fan's day.

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Kevin Harvick is ready for race day.

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With a spot locked into the Championship 4, Joey Logano is all smiles.

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Kurt Busch starts the day just three points outside of the cutline.

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Bubba Wallace has two races left in his rookie season.

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Alex Bowman is right at home at ISM Raceway.

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Chase Elliott hangs with his No. 9 crew before qualifying at ISM Raceway.

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Chase Elliott, driver of the No. 9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet, sits on pit wall with his crew chief Alan Gustafson and two crew members during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on Friday.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Christopher Bell, driver of the #20 GameStop Just Cause 4 Toyota, celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Christopher Bell celebrates after winning Saturday's Xfinity Series race at ISM Raceway, which punched his ticket to the Championship 4.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Christopher Bell, driver of the #20 GameStop Just Cause 4 Toyota, poses with the winner's decal on his car in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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The win marked Bell's seventh victory of the 2018 Xfinity Series season.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Matt Tifft, driver of the #2 Go Green Chevrolet, reacts following the conclusion of the NASCAR Xfinity Series Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Matt Tifft was one of the four drivers eliminated from the Xfinity Series Playoffs after Saturday's race in Avondale, Arizona.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Daniel Hemric, driver of the #21 South Point Hotel & Casino Chevrolet, stands on the grid with team owner and NASCAR Hall of Famer Richard Childress prior to the NASCAR Xfinity Series Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Daniel Hemric chats with team owner Richard Childress before Saturday's Xfinity Series race at Phoenix. Hemric was one of four drivers who advanced to Homestead-Miami Speedway.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Justin Allgaier, driver of the #7 BRANDT Professional Agriculture Chevrolet, pits during the NASCAR Xfinity Series Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Justin Allgaier sustained damage to his right-front fender at ISM Raceway and then battled brake issues late in the race. He was eliminated from the playoffs after Phoenix.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: John Hunter Nemechek, driver of the #42 Fire Alarm Services Inc. Chevrolet, poses with the Pole Award after posting the fastest lap during qualifying for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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John Hunter Nemechek poses with the Pole Award after posting the fastest lap during qualifying for the NASCAR Xfinity Series' Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Jimmie Johnson, driver of the #48 Lowe's Power of Pride Chevrolet, stands in the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Jimmie Johnson stands in the garage with his special Lowe's Power of Pride-wrapped No. 48 Chevrolet.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: (L-R)Tyler Reddick, driver of the #9 BurgerFi Chevrolet, Spencer Gallagher, driver of the #23 ISM Connect Chevrolet, John Hunter Nemechek, driver of the #42 Fire Alarm Services Inc. Chevrolet, and Ross Chastain, driver of the #4 Flex Seal Chevrolet, look on from pit road prior to the NASCAR Xfinity Series Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Tyler Reddick, Spencer Gallagher, John Hunter Nemechek and Ross Chastain look on from pit road before the NASCAR Xfinity Series Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: The #18 M&M's Toyota is seen in the garage before practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kyle Busch's No. 18 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota sits in the garage at ISM Raceway.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Chase Elliott, driver of the #9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet, practices for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Chase Elliott zooms by during practice at the desert track.

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Martin Truex Jr. sits in his No. 78 Furniture Row Racing Toyota.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Joey Logano, driver of the #22 Shell Pennzoil Ford, looks on during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Joey Logano is the only driver locked into the Championship 4 -- and that deserves a smile.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Martin Truex Jr., driver of the #78 Auto-Owners Insurance Toyota, climbs into his car during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Martin Truex Jr. climbs into his Toyota for practice.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Aric Almirola, driver of the #10 Smithfield Ford, sits in his car during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Championship 4 hopeful Aric Almirola readies to practice at ISM Raceway.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Kyle Busch drives the #18 M&M's Toyota through the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kyle Busch rolls out in the garage at ISM Raceway.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Clint Bowyer, driver of the #14 ITsavvy Ford, stands in the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Clint Bowyer, one of the eight playoff contenders, stands in the garage during practice.

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Alex Bowman studies data in the garage area during practice.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Joey Logano, driver of the #22 Shell Pennzoil Ford, signs autographs for fans during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Joey Logano signs a hat for a fan in the newly unveiled ISM Raceway garage area.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Brett Moffitt, driver of the #16 KOBE Toyopet Toyota, crosses the finish line to win the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Brett Moffitt, driver of the No. 16 KOBE Toyopet Toyota, crosses the finish line to win the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on Friday.

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Kevin Harvick prepares for opening Monster Energy Series practice in the No. 4 Ford at ISM Raceway in Phoenix.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Brett Moffitt, driver of the #16 KOBE Toyopet Toyota, celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Brett Moffitt, driver of the No. 16 KOBE Toyopet Toyota, celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on Friday.

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Brett Moffitt, driver of the No. 16 KOBE Toyopet Toyota, celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on Friday.

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Brett Moffitt's steering wheel rests on his winning truck.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Trucks race during the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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A night view of ISM Raceway during the Lucas Oil 150 Camping World Truck Series race.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Crew members push the #78 Auto-Owners Insurance Toyota, driven by Martin Truex Jr., out to qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Crew members push the No. 78 Auto-Owners Insurance Toyota, driven by Martin Truex Jr., out to qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on Friday.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Jimmie Johnson, driver of the #48 Lowe's Power of Pride Chevrolet, stands on the grid during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Jimmie Johnson, driver of the No. 48 Lowe's Power of Pride Chevrolet, stands on the grid during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on Friday.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Aric Almirola, driver of the #10 Smithfield Ford, climbs into his car during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on Friday.

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Jimmie Johnson sports a retro look on the No. 48 Chevrolet as he preps for opening practice at ISM Raceway in Phoenix.

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Kyle Busch's No. 18 Toyota in the Phoenix garage area

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Kyle Busch's No. 18 Toyota sits ready for Friday practice in the garage at ISM Raceway in Phoenix.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Kevin Harvick, driver of the #4 Busch Light Ford, poses with the Busch Pole Award after posting the fastest lap during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kevin Harvick, driver of the No. 4 Busch Light Ford, poses with the Busch Pole Award after posting the fastest lap during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kurt Busch loads in for practice at ISM Raceway.

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Kurt Busch loads in to the No. 41 Stewart-Haas Racing Ford for opening practice at ISM Raceway in Phoenix.

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Clint Bowyer wheels the No. 14 Ford through the ISM Raceway garage area during first Monster Energy Series practice.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 M&M's Toyota, signs autographs for fans in the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kyle Busch signs autographs for fans in the newly redesigned garage area at ISM Raceway in Phoenix

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Tony Gibson, interim crew chief of the #4 Busch Light Ford, looks on during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. Crew chief Rodney Childers was suspended for the remainder of the season due to a postrace penalty in Texas last week. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Interim crew chief Tony Gibson oversees work on the No. 4 Ford for Kevin Harvick at ISM Raceway in Phoenix.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Cody Ware, driver of the #51 JacobCo./BanyanCayGolfClub&Resort Ford, is involved in an on-track incident during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Cody Ware's No. 51 Ford slows to a stop after a crash in Turn 3 during Friday's practice for the Can Am 500 at ISM Raceway.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Ryan Blaney, driver of the #12 PPG Ford, signs autographs during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Ryan Blaney signs autographs for fans ahead of first practice for the Monster Energy Series at ISM Raceway.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Jimmie Johnson, driver of the #48 Lowe's Power of Pride Chevrolet, stops to take a photo with officers prior to qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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immie Johnson, driver of the No. 48 Lowe's Power of Pride Chevrolet, stops to take a photo with officers prior to qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on Friday.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Matt Kenseth drives the #6 Wyndham Rewards Ford during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Defending Can Am 500 winner Matt Kenseth speeds through the ISM Raceway garage area in the Roush Fenway Racing No. 6 Ford.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Chase Elliott, driver of the #9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet, stands in the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Chase Elliott waits in the ISM Raceway garage area before first Monster Energy Series practice.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Crew members push the #78 Auto-Owners Insurance Toyota, driven by Martin Truex Jr.(not pictured), through the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Martin Truex Jr.'s No. 78 Toyota makes its way through the ISM Raceway garage area.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Kyle Larson, driver of the #42 DC Solar Chevrolet, prepares to practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kyle Larson suits up for opening Monster Energy Series practice at ISM Raceway.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Clint Bowyer, driver of the #14 ITsavvy Ford, sits in his car during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Clint Bowyer waits in his No. 14 Ford for practice at ISM Raceway.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Denny Hamlin, driver of the #11 FedEx Ground Toyota, stands in the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Joe Gibbs Racing's Denny Hamlin waits for first practice to begin at ISM Raceway in Phoenix.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Brad Keselowski, driver of the #2 Miller Lite Ford, and his crew chief Paul Wolfe stand in the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Can-Am 500 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Brad Keselowski chats with his crew chief, Paul Wolfe, as they await opening Monster Energy Series practice at ISM Raceway in Phoenix.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Stewart Friesen, driver of the #52 We Build America Chevrolet, looks on during practice for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Stewart Friesen smiles during a break in on-track activity for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series at ISM Raceway in Phoenix.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Brett Moffitt, driver of the #16 KOBE Toyopet Toyota, looks on during practice for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Brett Moffitt takes a break as his No. 16 team prepares for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series' race at ISM Raceway in Phoenix.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: NASCAR driver Ross Chastain speaks with the media during a press conference prior to practice for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Ross Chastain smiles at a news conference as Chip Ganassi Racing taps him for a full-time ride in the NASCAR Xfinity Series next season.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Johnny Sauter, driver of the #21 ISM Connect Chevrolet, practices for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Johnny Sauter rounds the turns at ISM Raceway in Phoenix in the GMS Racing No. 21 Chevrolet.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Noah Gragson, driver of the #18 Safelite AutoGlass Toyota, climbs into his truck during practice for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Noah Gragson loads into the No. 18 Toyota for track time for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series at ISM Raceway in Phoenix.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Jordan Anderson, driver of the #3 Commercial Property Services Chevrolet, qualifies for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Jordan Anderson, driver of the No. 3 Commercial Property Services Chevrolet, qualifies for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on Friday.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Myatt Snider, driver of the #13 Tenda Ford, climbs into his truck during qualifying for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Myatt Snider, driver of the No. 13 Tenda Ford, climbs into his truck during qualifying for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on Friday.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Christopher Bell, driver of the #20 GameStop Just Cause 4 Toyota, stands in the garage area during practice for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Sarah Crabill | Getty Images

Christopher Bell, driver of the No. 20 GameStop Just Cause 4 Toyota, stands in the garage area during practice for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway on Friday.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Elliott Sadler, driver of the #1 Hunt Brothers Pizza Chevrolet, stands in the garage area during practice for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Sarah Crabill | Getty Images

Elliott Sadler, driver of the No. 1 Hunt Brothers Pizza Chevrolet, stands in the garage area during practice for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Whelen Trusted To Perform 200 at ISM Raceway on Friday.

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 09: Noah Gragson, driver of the #18 Safelite AutoGlass Toyota, poses with the Pole Award after posting the fastest lap during qualifying for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on November 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Noah Gragson, driver of the No. 18 Safelite AutoGlass Toyota, poses with the Pole Award after posting the fastest lap during qualifying for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Lucas Oil 150 at ISM Raceway on Friday.