Who is the best NASCAR driver right now? If it’s on a road course, the only answer is Shane van Gisbergen after he earned his fourth win of the season thanks to a dominant performance at Watkins Glen International. However, ovals dominate in stock car and that’s why the best NASCAR drivers right now are at the top.

We've been tempted to include Shane van Gisbergen, regardless of his oval-track struggles. But after Sunday's dominance, we're obliged to include him.

Check the latest 2025 NASCAR Playoff standings and playoff picture following Watkin's Glen. Who's in, who's on the cut line, and what it all means.