The suspension and points penalty drastically alter Hill’s path to the postseason. With only three events remaining—Watkins Glen, Daytona, and Portland—Hill now finds himself in a must-win scenario to clinch a playoff berth, despite his earlier success this year.

Kaulig Racing President Chris Rice shares why he believes Austin Hill shouldn’t receive a waiver and should instead return to win his way in.

In deciding to suspend Austin Hill, and all the championship implications that come with it, NASCAR reviewed on-board telemetry and all video evidence.