Ryan Newman and Matt Kenseth eligible to compete for NASCAR playoffs

NASCAR announced Tuesday that it has granted playoff waivers for Roush Fenway Racing driver Ryan Newman and Chip Ganassi Racing driver Matt Kenseth. The waivers ensure that if either driver wins a race or is ranked in the top 30 in points during the regular Cup Series season, they will be eligible to compete in the 10-race playoffs for a championship.On Sunday, Newman said he was ready to resume racing after suffering “something like a bruised brain” during a last-lap crash at the Daytona 500. On Monday, NASCAR said Newman was medically cleared to race again.Newman is currently ranked 29th in …

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