TIME IS RUNNING OUT

Thirteen spots have been clinched in the 16-driver playoff field with four regular-season races remaining in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. The postseason begins Sept. 17 at Chicagoland Speedway:

Contenders for final three playoff spots

(Based on highest-ranked winless drivers after Sunday’s race) 14. Chase Elliott ............................ 648 points 15. Jamie McMurray ................................ 643 16. Matt Kenseth ....................................... 637 17. Clint Bowyer ......................................... 609 18. Joey Logano ........................................ 542