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DARLINGTON, S.C. — Martin Truex Jr. has made the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs in his final full-time season. NASCAR announced Sunday night that the 2017 Cup Series champion had clinched a spot among the top 16 drivers who will compete for a title beginning next week at Atlanta. Other competitors like Kyle Busch, Chris Buescher and Bubba Wallace were not as fortunate and missed the postseason. Truex's chances looked dicey after he wrecked on the third lap at Darlington. But through stages, Truex's postseason spot was secure.
