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10/3/2026, 6:03:35 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Brendan Hunt named Grand Marshal for South Point 400

Two-time Emmy Award-winning actor, screenwriter and co-creator of Ted Lasso Brendan Hunt will serve as Grand Marshal for the South Point 400 NASCAR Cup Series Chase Race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Sunday, October 4. Best known for his role as Coach Beard on the Emmy Award-winning Apple TV series Ted Lasso, Hunt will […]

10/3/2026, 4:50:06 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Sheldon Creed joining Sam Hunt Racing for the 2027 O'Reilly season

Sam Hunt Racing (SHR) announces today that the NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series (NOAPS) points leader, Sheldon Creed, will take over the team‘s No. 26 GR Supra entry with a multi-year deal beginning in 2027. Creed, the series‘ most recent winner at Bristol Motor Speedway, began his NOAPS career in 2017 and has since collected […]

10/3/2026, 3:10:44 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Kurt Busch named Pace Car Driver for South Point 400

Las Vegas native Kurt Busch, the 2004 NASCAR Cup Series champion and a member of the NASCAR Hall of Fame‘s Class of 2026, will lead the field for the South Point 400 NASCAR Cup Series Chase Race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Sunday, Oct. 4, capping a weekend of tributes as the Speedway honors […]

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NASCAR announces public celebration of life for Kyle Busch: UPDATE

UPDATE: Charlotte Motor Speedway will host a Celebration of Life for Kyle Busch on Friday, Oct. 9. The ceremony will take place at the start/finish line of the 1.5-mile track in Concord, North Carolina, following the conclusion of the Craftsman Truck Series Chase race presented by Mobil 1. The ceremony will be free for fans […]

10/3/2026, 12:15:09 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Report: Kasey Kahne joining Spire Motorsports Truck Series program in 2027

Kasey Kahne, a 31-time race winner across NASCAR‘s three national series, is set to come out of retirement and is closing in on a deal to resume full-time driving. Kahne, 46, is expected to sign with Spire Motorsports to take the wheel of one of the team‘s entries in the Truck Series for the entire […]

10/2/2026, 9:01:18 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Kyle Busch Celebration of Life event details: Free and open to the public

On Friday, October 9, the NASCAR community will gather for a public Celebration of Life, honoring the life and legacy of Kyle Busch. The two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and winner of 234 races across all three national divisions, died suddenly at the age of 41 on May 21st of this year. Busch's wife, Samantha, will be onstage to remember her husband, as will his brother Kurt, and several ...Keep reading

10/2/2026, 8:25:20 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Truck (News)

Spire to remember first and last Kyle Busch Motorsports wins with special paint schemes

On Friday, Spire Motorsports announced plans to memorialize Kyle Busch with not one, but two special paint schemes for the upcoming NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Busch's 234th and final NASCAR win came while driving a Spire Truck at Dover, just days before his sudden passing at the age of 41. Charlotte Motor Speedway was also the first race weekend after the ...Keep reading

10/2/2026, 4:23:55 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Spire, Joe Gibbs Racing argue discovery issues ahead of trial

Spire Motorsports wants the court of the Western District of North Carolina to have Joe Gibbs Racing finalize what trade secrets they allege have been stolen. The organization argued Thursday, through counsel Troy Homesely, that they have received a new list of things Gibbs has classified as a trade secret about every three weeks. An […]

10/2/2026, 1:31:18 AMRACER — NASCAR

Spire, Joe Gibbs Racing continue sniping each other ahead of trial

Spire Motorsports wants the court of the Western District of North Carolina to have Joe Gibbs Racing finalize what trade secrets they allege have been stolen.The organization argued Thursday, through counsel Troy Homesely, that they have received a new list of things Gibbs has classified as a trade secret about...

10/1/2026, 11:05:46 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Chris Rice says Kaulig has not discussed driving opportunity with Brad Keselowski

Kaulig Racing CEO Chris Rice joined SiriusXM NASCAR Radio on Thursday to put an end to [the]  rumors [of Brad Keselowski joining the team]. “No, and I was telling somebody yesterday, I don’t know how in the heck every time a driver leaves, we become the talk — that they’re coming to us,” said Rice. […]

10/1/2026, 9:08:12 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

How to watch NASCAR at Las Vegas II: Weekend schedule, start time, entry list, TV

The NASCAR Cup field will try their luck in Vegas this weekend, joined by the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series.  Denny Hamlin is the defending winner of the fall Cup race at Las Vegas, taking victory via a late-charge last year. Hamlin enters this race 26 points back of championship leader Kyle Larson, who has two wins in the first four races of the 2026 Chase. In this story, you can ...Keep reading

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10/1/2026, 8:54:25 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

NASCAR shortens spoiler in new tweak to superspeedway package for Talladega

NASCAR overhauled the superspeedway package for the regular season finale at Daytona International Speedway, and it seemed to be a success. There was far more movement throughout the field and the pack just seemed more dynamic, and less gridlocked than in the past. Ryan Preece won that race -- his first victory in 249 career starts, and in doing so snatched the final spot inside the Chase from ...Keep reading

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10/1/2026, 8:05:47 PMRACER — NASCAR

Inside the Keselowski/RFK Racing divorce, with Kelly Crandall

Brad Keselowski and RFK Racing are splitting at the end of the 2026 season, and the timing couldn't be more complicated. RACER's Kelly Crandall breaks down what the separation means for Keselowski as both a driver and an owner, where he could land in 2027 with few open Cup Series seats, whether a reunion with Dodge is realistic, and who could fill the No. 6 at RFK.

10/1/2026, 7:48:56 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Archie's Trading Post opening at Phoenix Raceway for NASCAR Chase weekend

Stillery Fest is returning to Phoenix Raceway for its NASCAR Chase Weekend, Oct. 16-18. It will bring a full-throttle party experience to the Grizzly Campgrounds. New to Stillery Fest is Archie‘s Trading Post, inspired by former Arizona Diamondbacks player Archie Bradley, a gathering space for fans to enjoy live music, a vendor market, food and […]

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10/1/2026, 5:00:03 PMRACER — NASCAR

NASCAR adjusts superspeedway package for Talladega

NASCAR has tweaked its superspeedway rules package for the Oct. 25 Cup Series race at Talladega Superspeedway. The package utilized for August's race at Daytona International Speedway will be retained for Talladega, but with the spoiler blade size reduced by an additional half-inch, to 3.5 inches. At Daytona, the original...

10/1/2026, 4:26:28 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Kaulig Racing shoots down Brad Keselowski NASCAR rumors

There's been a flurry of unsubstantiated rumors surrounding Brad Keselowski after the unexpected news that he will exit RFK Racing at the end of the season -- a team he co-owns ... for the moment. One of the more prominent whispers has focused on Kaulig Racing. The two-car Chevrolet team also runs a fleet of Rams in the Truck Series, and should Stellantis want to expand back into Cup with ...Keep reading

10/1/2026, 4:26:15 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Creed looks to stay hot as Allgaier targets Las Vegas comeback

After the last off-weekend of the season, the NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series returns to championship competition this week at Las Vegas with Saturday‘s Focused Health 302 (7:30 p.m. ET on CW, PRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio). Haas Factory Team driver Sheldon Creed, who has two wins in three Chase races to date, is turning in […]

10/1/2026, 4:25:24 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

High Stakes, Familiar Favorites as Cup Series Chase Hits Las Vegas

Coming into the halfway point of the 10-race Chase to crown the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series champion, historically speaking, the storylines for Sunday‘s South Point 400 (5:30 p.m. ET on USA Network, PRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio) at Las Vegas Motor Speedway look very familiar to the course this Chase has already established. The No. 1 […]

10/1/2026, 3:44:47 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

NASCAR makes rules package changes for Talladega race

NASCAR distributed a rules update to Cup Series teams Wednesday for the October 25 race at Talladega Superspeedway. The package for Talladega will be the same as the package used for the August race at Daytona International Speedway, with one exception – the spoiler blade will be shortened to 3.5 inches from the four-inch spoiler […]

10/1/2026, 3:38:09 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Hendrick and HP extend relationship through 2029

Hendrick Motorsports has extended its strategic relationship with HP Inc. through the 2029 NASCAR Cup Series season, with the agreement continuing HP‘s primary sponsorship of driver William Byron and the No. 24 Chevrolet for two races annually. The three-year renewal builds on a relationship that began in October 2022 and expanded to include Byron and […]

10/1/2026, 3:29:58 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Pink Corvette Stingray pace car returns for 2026

The fight against breast cancer is getting a boost from the track this October as Chevrolet brings back its specially themed pink Corvette Stingray to pace the NASCAR Cup Series field at Talladega Superspeedway and Martinsville Speedway. 2026 marks Chevrolet‘s 16th consecutive year partnering with the American Cancer Society in support of its ‘Making Strides […]

10/1/2026, 1:11:22 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

2027 NASCAR race weekend tickets and camping now on sale at Pocono

Race tickets and camping are now on sale to the general public for the 2027 NASCAR tripleheader scheduled for June 11-13 at Pocono Raceway. The 2027 weekend will feature a NASCAR national series race each day, with the FedEx Freight Truck Series on Friday, June 11, O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series on Saturday, June 12, and […]

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10/1/2026, 10:30:28 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Tristan McKee adds more truck starts in 2027 with Spire Motorsports

Spire Motorsports announced that 16-year-old Tristan McKee will return to the Truck Series with the team for an expanded schedule of races in 2027. “I‘m really excited to continue in Trucks with Spire next year. We started off strong with a lot of speed and good finishes, and I know we‘re capable of more,” McKee […]

10/1/2026, 8:05:22 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Statistical Advance: Analyzing the South Point 400

Below is a look at some of the top statistical performers at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas, Nevada, going into the South Point 400 on Sunday, October 4 at 5:30 p.m. ET on USA, PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio (Channel 90) — the fifth race of the 10-race Chase presented by Mobil 1. […]

10/1/2026, 7:26:41 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Joe Gibbs Racing shutting down ARCA program, allocating more resources to O'Reilly teams

After nearly a decade of extending its race-winning pedigree into the ARCA Menards Series, Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR), the only NASCAR Cup Series team with a direct line to ARCA, is shuttering its program at season‘s end, the championship-winning organization tells JosephSrigley.com .. Steve DeSouza, Executive Vice President of O‘Reilly Series and Development for Joe […]

9/30/2026, 8:59:07 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Joey Logano down but not out of NASCAR Chase after Kansas flat tire

The latest epic championship comeback attempt from Joey Logano and the Penske No. 22 team was thwarted on Sunday at Kansas with a flat tire and a 20th place finish that dropped him from third to fourth in the standings. In some ways, it’s right back to square one as Logano is now 67 points back, after starting 65 points back as the ninth seed before the Southern 500. At the same time, this is ...Keep reading

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9/30/2026, 6:08:00 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

LEGACY MOTOR CLUB names Michael OConor as Chief Revenue Officer

LEGACY MOTOR CLUB has named Michael O‘Conor as Chief Revenue Officer, bringing more than two decades of experience in sports partnership and business development to the organization. In his new role, O‘Conor oversees LEGACY MOTOR CLUB‘s sales and partnerships teams, helping drive revenue growth and expand the organization‘s commercial operations. “Michael has spent his career […]

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9/30/2026, 5:04:38 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Kansas TV ratings

USA Network earned a 0.82 rating and averaged 1.464 million viewers for Sunday‘s NASCAR Cup Series Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway, according to Adam Stern of Sports Business Journal. The race was up 9% in rating from last year‘s 0.75, but down 9% in viewership from 1.6 million viewers.   .@USANetwork got a 0.82 […]

9/30/2026, 4:20:10 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

The most unexpected driver and team breakups in modern NASCAR Cup history

Fans, media, and even some within the garage were blindsided by news of RFK Racing co-owner Brad Keselowski exiting the organization at the end of this year. This is his fifth consecutive year with RFK Racing, and he was seen as the clear successor to Jack Roush to lead the historic team. Keselowski left behind a comfortable career at Team Penske, where he spent 12 consecutive years before ...Keep reading

9/30/2026, 3:43:06 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Spire and Chris Gabehart respond to Joe Gibbs Racing's contempt of court motion

“When JGR first brought this case, it told the Court a dramatic story. Mr. Gabehart, JGR said, had stolen the ‘crown jewels’ of its racing operation and was deploying them at Spire Motorsports. JGR obtained a Temporary Restraining Order and then a Preliminary Injunction on the basis of that sensational claim. The Court, while granting partial relief, was careful to craft an Order that ...Keep reading

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9/30/2026, 10:00:51 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Alpha Prime Racing believes Ford shift can unlock next step 

By Dustin Albino Few organizations in the O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series outkick their coverage as consistently as Alpha Prime Racing. In 2027, the two-car team will switch to Ford, hoping the manufacturer change can help turn those flashes of performance into another step forward. As Alpha Prime makes the jump to Ford, team leaders Tommy […]

9/30/2026, 9:00:00 AMRACER — NASCAR

The RACER Mailbag, September 30

How new teammates will collaborate, old race cars on new tires, and what drivers get out of pre-race track walks among the musings in the RACER Mailbag this week.

9/29/2026, 10:26:08 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Las Vegas Evel Knievel Experience rides with Cody Ware in South Point 400

Evel Knievel created an incredible highlight reel of jumping buses on his motorcycle. His mesmerizing leaps made for must-see TV and captured global attention throughout the 1970s and ‘80s. Despite his passing almost 19 years ago at the age of 69, Knievel remains an icon whose legacy is promoted by Rick Ware Racing (RWR). RWR […]

9/29/2026, 10:15:30 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Dezi performing National Anthem ahead of Las Vegas O'Reilly race

Las Vegas Motor Speedway will welcome local vocalist Dezi to the track on Saturday, October 3, where she will perform the National Anthem before the Focused Health 302 NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series Chase Race. A Las Vegas-based award-winning vocalist, performer and vocal coach, Dezi brings more than a decade of professional performance experience to […]

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9/29/2026, 4:42:57 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Zonie Beverages severing as primary sponsor of Garrett Smithley at Las Vegas

ZONiE Beverages is expanding its partnership with Garrett Smithley and will serve as the primary sponsor of the No. 0 Chevrolet for the Focused Health 302 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Saturday, October 3. The expanded role builds on the partnership announced earlier this month, which placed ZONiE on Smithley‘s car for the remainder […]

9/29/2026, 3:59:39 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Truck (News)

Jake Garcia signs with Front Row Motorsports for 2027 NASCAR Truck season

Front Row Motorsports has announced Jake Garcia as the replacement for Chandler Smith in the No. 38 Front Row Motorsports Ford F-150 in the 2027 NASCAR Truck Series. Smith is departing FRM to drive for Richard Childress Racing in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series next year. Garcia, 21, currently drives for ThorSport Racing, and recently earned his first Truck win at Bristol Motor ...Keep reading

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9/29/2026, 2:23:06 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Brad Keselowski to make shock exit from RFK Racing in abrupt NASCAR split

RFK Racing and Brad Keselowski are splitting at the end of the 2026 NASCAR Cup season in shocking news. He is a co-owner of the organization, but reports indicate that he will give up his ownership piece as well. On the question of Keselowski's stake in the team, RFK said they "intend to collaboratively and mutually work through the appropriate next steps regarding his existing ownership interest ...Keep reading

9/29/2026, 2:10:29 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

RFK Racing and Brad Keselowski to part ways at end of season

Roush Fenway Keselowski (RFK) Racing and Brad Keselowski today announced that Keselowski will conclude his tenure as driver of the No. 6 Ford Dark Horse Mustang following the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season, bringing to a close an important chapter for both Keselowski and the organization. “We are big fans of Brad as a person, […]

9/29/2026, 2:08:04 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Front Row Motorsports welcomes Jake Garcia and Quanta Services to NASCAR Truck Series program for 2027

Front Row Motorsports (FRM) announced this morning that NASCAR Truck Series veteran, and Bristol winner, Jake Garcia will take over as driver of the team‘s No. 38 Ford F-150, beginning in 2027. Garcia, a native of Monroe, Ga., joins a FRM NASCAR Truck Series stable that has experienced on-track success since its inception, with 23 […]

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9/29/2026, 2:01:45 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Goodyear Racing Notes: Las Vegas Motor Speedway

Teams in both the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series will run the same Goodyear Racing Eagles this weekend as they did during their March visit to Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The Cup Series tire setup has been used at a number of other intermediate tracks since the spring visit to Nevada, […]

9/29/2026, 1:26:34 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Las Vegas makes Kyle Busch's legacy permanent at his home track

Las Vegas Motor Speedway will celebrate Kyle Busch’s remarkable career and connection to his home track during the 2026 Fall NASCAR Chase Weekend, honoring the two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion through special race-weekend moments, fan experiences, and permanent additions to the speedway. The recognitions will take center stage during the South Point 400 NASCAR Cup […]

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9/28/2026, 9:36:42 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Austin Hill and Shane van Gisbergen clash at Kansas; tense RCR radio exchange follows

Shane van Gisbergen and Austin Hill have had a multiple issues since the three-time Supercars champion arrived on the NASCAR scene. In 2024, they tangled while battling for wins at COTA and Sonoma in the NASCAR O'Reilly Series. Earlier this year, SVG blamed Hill for wrecking him at both Pocono and San Diego, and the loss off points ultimately cost him a spot inside the 2026 NASCAR Cup Chase ...Keep reading

9/28/2026, 8:59:14 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Inception Energy Solutions, Pounds Pickle Company sponsoring Jeremy Clements at Las Vegas, Talladega

Jeremy Clements Racing is pleased to announce that Inception Energy Solutions and Pounds Pickle Company, having most recently served as associate sponsors of JCR, will become co-primary sponsors for this weekend‘s Focused Health 302 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Additionally, Inception Energy Solutions will serve as the primary sponsor at Talladega later this Fall. Plus, […]

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9/28/2026, 7:40:25 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Did Kyle Larson just blow up the Chase at Kansas?

Kyle Larson won‘t say it. No athlete in his position would. But with his never-say-quit victory in Sunday‘s Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway, the driver of the No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet took a giant step toward a third NASCAR Cup Series championship. Is the title now Larson‘s to lose? The demurral came quickly. […]

9/28/2026, 6:29:15 PMRACER — NASCAR

'It's not good': Reddick scratching his head after off-song run at Kansas

Tyler Reddick was left dumbfounded after Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series race at Kansas Speedway.“[I was] just trying to stay alive, really,” Reddick, who finished 11th, said of his race, where he had to come from outside the top 30 at times. “I truly don’t know. That was a lot like...

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9/28/2026, 4:48:19 PMRACER — NASCAR

Is the Chase now Larson's to lose?

Kyle Larson's gap to the field widened after a perfect day at Kansas Speedway as Tyler as Reddick was the Chase's biggest loser.

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9/28/2026, 4:06:58 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Winners and losers from a surprisingly calm NASCAR Cup race at Kansas

The NASCAR Cup race at Kansas was far calmer than many expected, but it still delivered a dramatic battle for the win in the closing laps. Ultimately, Kyle Larson prevailed after passing Chase Briscoe and holding off Austin Cindric, further extending his championship advantage. There were only a couple of incidents during the race, with one notable restart pileup where Carson Hocevar found ...Keep reading

9/28/2026, 3:34:14 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Corey Heim takes home souvenir from Martinsville fight

At the end of the ValleyStar Credit Union 300 at Martinsville Speedway, Corey Heim was involved in a wild altercation by the famous hot dog stand in the infield. Caden Kvapil won the prestigious late model race, while Heim made contact with Treyten Lapcevich as he took second away on the final lap. The two drivers then collided after the checkered flag, with Heim's car climbing over the top of ...Keep reading

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Commercial breakdown: 2026 Hollywood Casino 400

During the pre-race show for the Cup race at Kansas Speedway, a B2 Stealth Bomber carried out the flyover. The crowd reacted enthusiastically, as the mere sight of this engineering marvel is so cool you just have to look. Once the race began, Kyle Larson‘s domination was also a marvel hard to look away from, […]

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Sad News - Billy Nacewicz

William Joseph Nacewicz was born in Rome, New York December 7th, 1949, and passed away on September 17th, 2026. Better known to family and friends as “Billy or Willy” he attended Morrisville College for two years before transferring to Oswego State University and graduating in 1972 with a BA in education. He taught for one […]

9/28/2026, 1:22:41 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Kyle Larson's team looks like peak Jimmie Johnson but Denny Hamlin says there's time yet

It’s early yet but the start to this Chase for the Championship is making Kyle Larson and the Hendrick Motorsports No. 5 look an awful lot like the No. 48 team that terrorized the Cup Series from 2006 to 2010. Even amidst a well-publicized winless drought to start the season, Larson was leading laps and has actually scored the most stage points throughout the entire season. So, there was ...Keep reading

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9/28/2026, 12:30:28 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Chase Briscoe went into “desperation mode” chasing Kyle Larson at Kansas

Although Kyle Larson dominated the NASCAR Cup race at Kansas, Chase Briscoe made him fight for the win in the final run of the race. He passed Larson with 30 laps to go after the final set of pit stops, but Larson never truly went away. With seven laps to go, Larson snatched the lead back and Briscoe then hit the wall multiple times while trying to stay with Larson. Instead, he fell back to ...Keep reading

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Post-race inspection complete at Kansas

Post-race inspection is complete following the 2026 Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway There were no issues for #5-Kyle Larson. He is officially the winner of the race. Larson dominated the race, leading 235 of 267 laps, winning both stages, and earning the fastest lap bonus. He overcame a late charge from Briscoe, who took […]

9/27/2026, 11:47:25 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Carson Hocevar explains what caused restart pileup that upended good day

Carson Hocevarwas enjoying a strong day with no drama at Kansas, running inside the top ten and ending Stage 1 in fourth place. Unfortunately, things went very wrong on a Lap 122 restart. Hocevar was on the inside as the race got back underway, and as he moved up towards the middle, he collided with Ty Gibbs, who was looking to move inside of Bubba Wallace from the top lane. Wallace ...Keep reading

9/27/2026, 11:23:33 PMRACER — NASCAR

Larson takes command of NASCAR Cup Chase with determined Kansas win

Kyle Larson made a statement in Sunday’s Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway.Retaking the lead from Chase Briscoe with seven laps left, Larson won for the second time in three races and took control of the NASCAR Cup Series Chase presented by Mobil 1.Larson’s fourth victory at the 1.5-mile track...

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Kyle Larson takes command of NASCAR Cup Chase with determined Kansas win

Kyle Larson made a statement in Sunday‘s Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway. Retaking the lead from Chase Briscoe with seven laps left, Larson won for the second time in three races and took control of the NASCAR Cup Series Chase presented by Mobil 1. Larson‘s fourth victory at the 1.5-mile track left him 26 […]

9/27/2026, 11:01:14 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Complete NASCAR Cup points standings after 2026 Kansas II

Entering this race, Kyle Larson was just one point ahead of Denny Hamlin in the battle for the championship, but after a huge day in Kansas, he is now 26 points ahead of Hamlin. While Hamlin scored a top five finish, Larson earned maximum points by winning the race, sweeping the stages, and earning the fastest lap bonus.  Christopher Bell overtook Joey Logano for third, and is 50 points ...Keep reading

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9/27/2026, 10:46:25 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Official race results: 2026 NASCAR Cup Kansas II

Kyle Larson led 235 of 267 laps at Kansas Speedway, breaking the track record for laps led on his way to securing max points and the 34th victory of his NASCAR Cup Series career. Larson set the fastest lap of the race on Lap 2 with a 30.076s lap, and swept both stages. He passed Chase Briscoe for the lead with seven laps to go after a great battle, and won over Austin Cindric with a margin ...Keep reading

9/27/2026, 10:32:30 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Kyle Larson scores maximum points with record-setting Kansas NASCAR Cup win

Kyle Larson has further cemented his place atop the NASCAR Cup Series championship standings, winning at Kansas after a late battle with Chase Briscoe. Larson lost the lead to Briscoe with 30 laps to go but ran him back down, reclaiming the top spot with seven laps left in the race. Larson earned maximum points possible by winning the race, sweeping the stages, and even securing the fastest lap ...Keep reading

9/27/2026, 4:32:22 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Erik Jones agrees to multi-year contract extension with Legacy Motor Club

Legacy Motor Club announced on Sunday that they have signed Erik Jones to a multi-year contract extension, keeping him as the long-term driver of the No. 43 Toyota Camry XSE. He will have two new teammates next year, with Josh Berry taking over the No. 42 from John Hunter Nemechek, and Riley Herbst driving the newly added No. 84 as a third chartered entry for the team. “Erik Jones is the ...Keep reading

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9/27/2026, 4:18:16 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Kurt Busch buys NASCAR truck from his rookie season for $110,000 at auction

Among the many items at the Mecum Auction at Nashville Superspeedway were various race cars owned by NASCAR team owner Jack Roush. Greg Biffle's 2004 National Guard-sponsored Ford Taurus was bought by Cleetus McFarland with a winning bid of $47,000 and a final sales price of $51,700. Among the race vehicles on offer was the No. 99 Exide Ford F-150 Kurt Busch drove during his rookie 2000 ...Keep reading

9/27/2026, 4:06:46 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Erik Jones signs multi-year extension with Legacy Motor Club

LEGACY MOTOR CLUB announced today at Kansas Speedway that Erik Jones will continue to drive the No. 43 Toyota Camry XSE in the NASCAR Cup Series for 2027 and beyond in a multi-year extension. His long-term presence within LEGACY is central to the organization‘s continued progression in the series. Heading into his 11th season in […]

9/27/2026, 2:12:25 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Truck (News)

Wins v. big picture dominate Truck Series Chase discourse after Kansas

And with that, Kaden Honeycutt took a commanding lead in the NASCAR Truck Series Chase for the Championship. That wasn’t so much Honeycutt winning on Saturday at Kansas Speedway but Layne Riggs refusing to accept a second place, instead crashing his Front Row Motorsports No. 34, and throwing away 17 points in the process. It was the difference between a 20-point championship deficit with ...Keep reading

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9/27/2026, 12:05:02 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Kyle Busch Remembered: Rowdy's most notable moments at Kansas Speedway

We continue our 'Kyle Busch Remembered' series ahead of NASCAR's fall visit to Kansas Speedway. Busch won nine races at the 1.5-mile intermediate track, including two Cup races. Busch won a record 234 career NASCAR national series wins -- more than any other driver in history, earning his final victory just days before his unexpected passing at the age of 41 in May. In honor of Busch, we've ...Keep reading

9/27/2026, 3:16:04 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Corey Heim jumped by crew members and punched in Martinsville fight

There was chaos after Saturday night's late model race at Martinsville Speedway, with Caden Kvapil (brother of Carson) winning the prestigious ValleyStar Credit Union 300. This event has existed in some form since 1970, with some calling it the Daytona 500 of late model stock car racing. At the white flag, Kvapil went three-wide for the lead with Treyten Lapcevich in the middle and Corey Heim ...Keep reading

9/27/2026, 1:51:57 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Kansas Speedway post-race inspection report

NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series post-race inspection is complete at Kansas Speedway. There were no issues for #11-Kaden Honeycutt. He is the official winner. No trucks were taken back to the R&D Center. See race details at: Race Results, Driver Point Standings, Owner Point Standings, Cumulative Report, Penalty Report For complete race information, check out the […]

9/27/2026, 1:42:51 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Kaden Honeycutt dominates at Kansas to take over Chase lead

On a near-perfect day—with the weather a notable exception—Kaden Honeycutt leaves Kansas Speedway with a victory in the Race to Stop Suicide 200 and control of the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Chase. Honeycutt led 111 of 134 laps on Saturday, won the first two stages and asserted the superiority of his No. 11 TRICON Garage […]

9/27/2026, 12:55:17 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Truck (News)

After five-hour rain delay, Kaden Honeycutt wins dramatic NASCAR Truck race at Kansas

Kaden Honeycutt earned a dramatic win in Saturday's NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Kansas Speedway.  At around half distance, officials red-flagged the race for rain, delaying running for nearly five hours before resuming. Once it did, Honeycutt quickly re-took command and looked unbeatable at the front. Even after losing track position with a four-tire call in the final pit stop ...Keep reading

9/26/2026, 11:20:41 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Truck (News)

Frankie Muniz earns another GT4 America win with co-driver Tyler Stone at Barber

'Malcolm in the Middle' star Frankie Muniz, 40, earned his second career GT4 America win this weekend alongside co-driver Tyler Stone, claiming the Am class victory in Race 2 at Barber Motorsports Park.  Muniz and Stone drive the No. 30 Ford Mustang for TechSport Racing, which Muniz does full-time along with the majority of the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series schedule. He is skipping the ...Keep reading

9/26/2026, 9:25:39 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Cleetus McFarland buys Greg Biffle's 2004 NASCAR Cup race car for $47,000

As part of the Mecum auction at Nashville Superspeedway, RFK Racing put forward a collection of performance vehicles and motorsports artifacts to be auctioned off. Among the items was the iconic No. 16 National Guard-sponsored Ford Taurus (chassis RK-195) that Biffle drove throughout the 2004 NASCAR Cup season, and into 2005. The car includes a Roush-built 358 cubic-inch (5.8L) Ford ...Keep reading

9/26/2026, 8:19:31 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

NASCAR Chase has been best blend of entertainment and integrity

In many ways, the current Chase for the Championship was a response to Joey Logano’s success in The Playoffs, just as much as The Playoffs were a response to Jimmie Johnson winning six titles under the previous version of the Chase. The original Chase was a response to Matt Kenseth effectively winning the 2003 Winston Cup with races left in the season with just a single win to his credit. He ...Keep reading

9/26/2026, 5:18:09 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Joey Logano's Kansas 'pole' is another #4theHaters moment

Is there any other championship format you want to throw at Joey Logano because he will probably find a way to contend in that one too? There was a subset of NASCAR fans who felt like they locked the Team Penske No. 22 driver out of the mix when the Sanctioning Body brought back the Chase for the Championship to replace The Playoffs that Logano won three times in 11 years. In those years ...Keep reading

9/26/2026, 4:37:22 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Joey Logano gets Kansas pole as rain haunts Chase qualifying

Joey Logano doesn‘t mind that rain has played havoc with qualifying for three of the first four races in the NASCAR Cup Series Chase presented by Mobil 1. With rain wiping out both practice and time trials for Sunday‘s Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway (3 p.m. ET on USA, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio), […]

9/26/2026, 3:58:35 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Saturday Kansas Speedway Notebook

Tension eases between Ryan Blaney, Carson Hocevar after Bristol brawl KANSAS CITY, Kan. — In the aftermath of last Saturday‘s post-race fisticuffs between Ryan Blaney and Carson Hocevar at Bristol Motor Speedway, cooler heads have prevailed as the NASCAR Cup Series arrives at Kansas Speedway for Sunday‘s Hollywood Casino 400 (3 p.m. ET on USA, […]

9/26/2026, 3:55:45 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Ross Chastain was just a fan when he saw client Carson Hocevar in a fight

Looking up at the video board, Ross Chastain was just a race fan in the immediate aftermath of the Bristol Night Race, even if his client was the one involved in a post-race fracas. Carson Hocevar is represented by Motorsports Management International, which boasts Chastain as one of its ownership members, but the Trackhouse Racing veteran did not have a role to play that night. That was all ...Keep reading

9/26/2026, 2:32:35 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

NASCAR Cup Kansas Chase race starting lineup: Rain again washes out qualifying

NASCAR's qualifying metric -- a weighted average of a car's place in the owner standings (30%), and the entry's finish in the most recent race (70%) -- has been utilized to decide the Cup starting lineup in three of the first four Chase races, as scattered thunderstorms forced the series to cancel qualifying at Kansas Speedway. As a result of that, Bristol race winner Joey Logano will start ...Keep reading

9/26/2026, 10:48:09 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Ryan Blaney, Carson Hocevar ready to move on from Bristol altercation

Six days removed from the post-race antics that put two of NASCAR‘s top stars in the limelight, Ryan Blaney – sporting a black eye under his hat brim – and Carson Hocevar met the media in their first at-track setting since their Bristol Motor Speedway beef last weekend. Their sessions – staggered nearly an hour […]

9/26/2026, 7:57:29 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Thomas Annunziata wins 2026 ARCA Menards Series championship

Camry driver Thomas Annunziata captured his first career ARCA Menards Series title today with a fifth-place finish at Kansas Speedway. This championship is the first in ARCA competition for Nitro Motorsports. The 21-year-old New Jersey native made his full-time debut in ARCA competition in 2026, with a terrific season-long performance behind the wheel of his […]

9/25/2026, 10:15:06 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Carson Hocevar, Ryan Blaney trade niceties a week after Bristol fight

Less than a week ago, Carson Hocevar felt compelled to punch Ryan Blaney after he was confronted and grabbed by the fire suit in the aftermath of their incident in the Bristol Night Race. On Friday at Kansas Speedway, Hocevar said the confrontation and how Blaney has handled everything in the days since, cemented just how much admiration and fandom the Spire Motorsports youngster has for the ...Keep reading

9/25/2026, 5:20:05 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Jade Eagleson to headline pre-race concert at South Point 400

The South Point 400 will get a country music kickoff as Jade Eagleson takes the stage for the pre-race concert at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Sunday, October 4. Eagleson brings his signature neotraditional country sound to Las Vegas on the heels of “Coming Soon To A Honky Tonk Near You” with Midland, his first […]

9/25/2026, 2:22:50 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

The wildest fights in modern NASCAR Cup history

Fights have long been a part of NASCAR, and it was a post-race brawl that helped propel NASCAR into the national spotlight for the first time. The 1979 Daytona 500 was the first 500-mile NASCAR race to be broadcast live, flag-to-flag, on national television (courtesy of CBS). Much of the east coast was also completely snowed in on that day, so a lot of people were watching the big race. Well ...Keep reading

9/24/2026, 9:37:30 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

How to watch NASCAR at Kansas II this weekend: Full schedule, start time, TV

The stars of the NASCAR Cup Series will be joined by NASCAR Craftsman Trucks and the ARCA Menard's Series at Kansas this weekend.  Chase Elliott won a dramatic Cup race at Kansas last fall, after Denny Hamlin and Bubba Wallace collided on the final lap. Kyle Larson enters this race as the new championship leader, a single point ahead of Hamlin and 16 points clear of Bristol winner Joey ...Keep reading

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9/24/2026, 5:04:39 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Jason Priestley named grand marshal for Las Vegas O'Reilly race

Award-winning actor, director and producer Jason Priestley will serve as Grand Marshal for the Focused Health 302 NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series Chase Race on Saturday, October 3, at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Priestley will join fans for Saturday‘s pre-race festivities before giving the command to start engines ahead of the 4:30 P.M. race. “I‘ve […]

9/24/2026, 4:50:46 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Bryan Dauzat set to retire following Talladega race

After spending more than a decade competing part-time in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series with FDNY Racing, Bryan Dauzat is gearing up for one last ride in the No. 28 FDNY / OB Builders Chevrolet Silverado RST. Dauzat has been a member of the FDNY Racing organization since 2014, and since then, has attempted to […]

9/24/2026, 4:03:28 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Tony Stewart will be racing at Talladega with Kaulig Ram NASCAR Truck team

NASCAR Hall of Famer and three-time Cup Series champion Tony Stewart will be back behind the wheel of the Kaulig Racing Ram 1500 at Talladega Superspeedway next month. Stewart, 55, made a surprise NASCAR return in the season-opener at Daytona. Unfortunately, he DNF'ed after getting wrecked out of the event. “Anytime you can get into a Ram truck and go racing at a place like Talladega, you ...Keep reading

9/24/2026, 3:56:25 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Volatile NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Chase heads to Kansas

After an uncharacteristic postseason opener at Bristol Motor Speedway, Chase drivers in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series are hoping for a return to normalcy in Saturday‘s Race to Stop Suicide 200 at Kansas Speedway (1 p.m. ET on FS1, NRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio). After a promising start to the Bristol race, with two stage […]

9/24/2026, 3:13:53 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

NASCAR Cup Chase moves to Kansas with a new leader

For the first time this season, Kyle Larson heads to Kansas Speedway with two specific distinctions. The driver of the No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet is both a 2026 race winner and the leader of the NASCAR Cup Series Chase presented by Mobil. The two-time and defending series champion is the only driver to have […]

9/24/2026, 2:47:33 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Sad News - George Gillett

George N. Gillett Jr. died on September 22, 2026, at Highline Place Memory Care in Denver after a battle with Alzheimer‘s disease. He was 87 and was surrounded by family and friends. An entrepreneur who spent his life turning big ideas into reality, he helped make Vail and Beaver Creek what they are today. George […]

9/24/2026, 2:09:07 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Tony Stewart returns to Ram Free Agent Program at Talladega Superspeedway

Three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Tony Stewart returns to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series on Oct. 23 at Talladega Superspeedway driving Kaulig Racing‘s No. 25 Ram 1500 as part of Ram‘s Free Agent Driver Program. The fall appearance marks Stewart‘s second Truck Series start of the 2026 season. He launched Ram‘s return to NASCAR in […]

9/23/2026, 9:27:15 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

NASCAR legend Darrell Waltrip stepping away from public life due to FTD diagnosis

NASCAR legend Darrell Waltrip has been diagnosed with Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD). The Waltrip family announced that he will be stepping further away from public life. He is 79 years old, and the family noted that the disease was likely complicated by CTE-related injuries from his racing career. "We wanted to share a health update with all of Darrell's friends and fans who have supported ...Keep reading

9/23/2026, 9:15:10 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Darrell Waltrip diagnosed with Frontotemporal Degeneration

A STATEMENT FROM DARRELL WALTRIP AND HIS FAMILY: We wanted to share a health update with all of Darrell‘s friends and fans who have supported him throughout his racing career. Recently, Darrell has been diagnosed with Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) complicated by possible Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) — likely from injuries incurred during his racing career. […]

9/23/2026, 7:03:11 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Jeremy Bullins to join Legacy Motor Club as Riley Herbst's crew chief in 2027

Legacy Motor Club have announced the hiring of Jeremy Bullins, who will serve as the crew chief for Riley Herbst and the No. 84 Toyota in 2027. Bullins was the crew chief for Brad Keselowski and the No. 6 RFK Racing Ford for both the 2025 and 2026 season, exiting the team this week. He is a veteran crew chief with ten victories atop the pit box -- eight with Team Penske and two with the Wood ...Keep reading

9/23/2026, 6:38:37 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Stars shine in sold-out Cook Out Catwalk for Causes

A sold-out crowd, star-studded runway and an evening dedicated to celebrating courage, hope and joy is set for the 16th annual Cook Out Catwalk for Causes on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Ten Tenths Motor Club. Hosted by Speedway Children‘s Charities (SCC), the event will bring together some of the biggest names in NASCAR along with […]

9/23/2026, 6:04:08 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Jeremy Bullins to crew chief Riley Herbst in 2027

LEGACY MOTOR CLUB announced today that NASCAR veteran Jeremy Bullins will join the organization as the crew chief of the No. 84 Toyota Camry XSE for the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series season. Bullins will work alongside recently announced driver Riley Herbst in what will be Herbst‘s third full-time season in the Cup Series and the […]

9/23/2026, 5:08:12 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Richard Childress Racing announces technology and technical-focused leadership appointments ahead of 2027 season

Richard Childress Racing announced today two key leadership appointments designed to strengthen the organization‘s competition program, accelerate technological innovation and position RCR for long-term success as the company prepares for the 2027 NASCAR season and beyond. Richard Boswell, who has led Austin Dillon over the past two seasons as crew chief of the No. 3 […]

9/23/2026, 4:06:56 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Infield camping at Michigan already sold out for 2027

Michigan International Speedway announced today that the MISCamping.com Infield for the Father‘s Day race weekend has officially sold out for the sixth year in a row. General camping, grandstand tickets, and hospitality are still available for fans to experience an action-packed weekend of racing with NASCAR‘s return to the Irish Hills June 18-20, 2027. “Selling out […]

9/23/2026, 4:05:16 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

NASCAR to meet with Ty Gibbs for throwing water bottle into Bristol fight

On the podcast, Hauler Talk, NASCAR vice president of racing communications Mike Forde discussed the Sanctioning Body's reaction to the now-viral fight between Carson Hocevar and Ryan Blaney. There will be no penalties for the drivers or crew members involved in the altercation, but NASCAR does want to talk with Ty Gibbs, driver of the No. 54 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota. Gibbs was standing near ...Keep reading

9/23/2026, 3:46:46 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Jeffrey Earnhardt announces he will be racing NASCAR with 'competitive equipment' in 2027

Jeffrey Earnhardt released a video this week, announcing that he has secured enough partners to go back racing in one of the top three NASCAR divisions in 2027, further stating that it is a competitive ride where he can compete for wins. Earnhardt noted that it is a part-time deal at this point, but he is hopeful to secure more funding in order to make it a full-time seat. "What's going on ...Keep reading

9/23/2026, 1:02:47 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Bristol TV ratings

USA Network earned a 0.76 rating and averaged 1.449 million viewers for Saturday night‘s NASCAR Cup Series Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway, according to Adam Stern of Sports Business Journal. The race was down 3% from last year and aired opposite the Ole Miss-LSU college football game. Bristol‘s social media generated […]

9/23/2026, 6:27:19 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Statistical Advance: Analyzing the Hollywood Casino 400

Below is a look at some of the top statistical performers at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kansas, going into the Hollywood Casino 400 on Sunday, September 27, at 3 p.m. ET on USA, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio (Channel 90) — the fourth race in the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Chase. NASCAR Cup Series […]

9/22/2026, 11:28:36 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

NASCAR to meet with Ty Gibbs following Bristol altercation

NASCAR Cup Series officials will meet with Ty Gibbs after the No. 54 Joe Gibbs Racing driver hurled a water bottle that struck a media member in the fracas Saturday night. … “I know it was kind of a heat-of-the-moment thing, and he probably thought it was just kind of a funny thing to add […]

9/22/2026, 7:17:02 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Movember sponsoring Josh Bilicki at Las Vegas

Movember, the world‘s leading charity changing the face of men‘s health, will once again partner with NASCAR driver Josh Bilicki, joining SS Green Light Racing for the NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Saturday, October 3. Movember will serve as the primary sponsor of Bilicki‘s No. 07 SS Green […]

9/22/2026, 6:50:15 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

NASCAR debates fairness of qualifying metric after two time trial rain outs during The Chase

Metric!Metric!Metric! Lost in the hoopla of the Bristol Night Race and a very competitive Chase for the Championship, two of the first three playoff races have had rained out qualifying sessions and a starting lineup set by The Metric. Given the value of stage points in deciding the eventual champion, this has become somewhat of a polarizing topic as summer turns to autumn. Read ...Keep reading

9/22/2026, 6:25:53 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Congrats to Daniel Suarez and Julia Piquet

Daniel Suarez and his wife, Julia Piquet, have welcomed their first child, a baby boy named Otto Suarez Piquet. “The biggest blessing of our lives, our baby boy. Otto Suárez Piquet 💙,: Suarez announced on social media. Suarez and Piquet were married in July 2024. The biggest blessing of our lives, our baby boy. Otto […]

9/22/2026, 4:04:17 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Timberland Pro named entitlement partner of O'Reilly race at Phoenix

Phoenix Raceway announced today that Timberland PRO will serve as the entitlement partner for its NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race on Saturday, October 17. The Timberland PRO 200 will be a pivotal race in the NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series Chase, with drivers battling for vital championship momentum. This partnership builds upon Timberland PRO‘s […]

9/22/2026, 4:00:03 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Denny Hamlin's main issue with Carson Hocevar is off-track 'disrespect'

When speaking with Ryan Blaney on his podcast, Actions Detrimental, Denny Hamlin explored why Carson Hocevar agitates the rest of the garage, and it goes beyond his aggressive driving style. He noted how nonchalant attitude after most of these incidents, and how Hocevar quickly put a 6% discount for six hours on his merch after wrecking Brad Keselowski at Darlington, and then a 12% discount for ...Keep reading

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9/22/2026, 3:08:15 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Ajinomoto Foods sponsoring Ryan Ellis at Las Vegas

Continuing an impressive season highlighted by an expanding lineup of new brands and relationships, Ryan Ellis and Young‘s Motorsports will unveil another exciting NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series partnership when the series returns to Las Vegas (Nev.) Motor Speedway for the Focused Health 302 on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc., a […]

9/22/2026, 2:03:37 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Goodyear Racing Notes: Kansas Speedway

Kansas Speedway hosts the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series this weekend, where both series will run familiar Goodyear Racing Eagle setups. Cup Series teams will use the same left- and right-side tires they ran at Kansas in the spring. This tire setup has been used several times since that race, most recently […]

9/22/2026, 1:06:58 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Sam Mayer returning to JR Motorsports in 2027

JR Motorsports today announced that Sam Mayer will be making his return to the organization for the 2027 NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series season behind the wheel of the No. 1 Chevrolet. Mayer, who will be entering his fifth year behind the wheel of a JRM Chevrolet and seventh year in the NOAPS will be […]

9/22/2026, 11:48:39 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Sad News - Herbie Poole

Herbert Theadore “Herbie” Poole, Sr., 82, of Randleman, NC, died Friday, September 18, 2026, at The Randolph Hospice House in Asheboro. A celebration of life will be held at 4:00 p.m., Friday, September 25, 2026, at Ridge Funeral Home Chapel, 908 Albemarle Road, Asheboro, NC, with Pastor Billy Myers officiating. Friends attending the service are […]

9/22/2026, 4:06:48 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Leland Honeyman scheduled for four more races with Halmar Friesen Racing

Leland Honeyman returns to the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series in the No. 62 Halmar Friesen Racing Toyota for this Saturday‘s RacetoStopSuicide.com 200 at Kansas Speedway. Honeyman‘s Toyota Tundra will be sponsored this weekend by DPR Construction, a self-performing general contractor founded in 1990 and based in Charlotte, N.C. Honeyman will also pilot the No. 62 […]

9/21/2026, 11:39:21 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Ryan Blaney comments on altercation with Carson Hocevar at Bristol

Ryan Blaney offered an expanded look at his Bristol Motor Speedway run-in with Carson Hocevar during a guest appearance on Denny Hamlin‘s “Actions Detrimental” podcast, revisiting both the late-race contact that ended his night and the post-race fight that followed. Blaney had been one of the dominant drivers in Saturday night‘s Bass Pro Shops Night […]

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9/21/2026, 11:03:35 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Dawson Sutton to sit out Kansas, will return at Charlotte

Dawson Sutton will miss this weekend’s NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race at Kansas Speedway, Rackley WAR announced on Monday. Sutton will vacate the #26 Chevrolet and shift his focus on team’s Super Late Model entry. Toni Breidinger will pilot the #26 in Kansas, with Sutton expected to return next month at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Snowball […]

9/21/2026, 11:02:52 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Brad Keselowski crew chief Jeremy Bullins to exit RFK Racing, effective immediately

There will be a change atop the No. 6 RFK Racing pit box of Brad Keselowski, with Jeremy Bullins parting ways with the organization. Bullins is set to take a new opportunity elsewhere in NASCAR, while Mike Skarbowski will take over crew chief duties for Keselowski from Kansas this weekend onwards. "We're excited for Jeremy and his family as he embarks on a new opportunity," a statement RFK ...Keep reading

9/21/2026, 10:44:06 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Homes For Our Troops announces launch of Rebuilding Lives Through Mobility, partners with Tanner Gray for two races

Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) proudly announces the launch of Rebuilding Lives Through Mobility, a national campaign supported by Homes For Our Troops, TOYOTA RACING, BraunAbility, and TRICON Garage through Johnny and Terry Gray. The initiative is dedicated to restoring independence and improving quality of life for Veterans living with service-connected injuries by providing six […]

9/21/2026, 9:39:52 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

NASCAR will not penalize Hocevar and Blaney for Bristol fight

UPDATE: NASCAR has said that upon further review, there will be no penalties for any individuals involved  NASCAR announced on Monday afternoon that there would be no penalties issued to drivers Ryan Blaney or Carson Hocevar regarding their fight on Saturday night in the aftermath of the Bristol Night Race.   With that said, the Sanctioning Body will review the footage to determine if any ...Keep reading

9/21/2026, 9:24:35 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

NASCAR won't issue penalties to Ryan Blaney, Carson Hocevar for Bristol fight

Regarding Saturday night‘s post-race at Bristol Motor Speedway, NASCAR will not issue penalties to either Ryan Blaney nor Carson Hocevar. Further review is being conducted to determine penalties to any crew members involved in the incident, and if necessary, any penalties will be announced later this week. Today, NASCAR CEO Steve O‘Donnell appeared as a […]

9/21/2026, 8:52:30 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Ryan Blaney regrets his actions, admits "I got my ass kicked" in Hocevar fight

After Ryan Blaney and Carson Hocevar fought on pit road following the Bristol Night Race, there was no comment from Blaney to the assembled media. But two days later, the Team Penske driver has emerged to give his side of the story, expressing regret over how he handled the situation. He joined Denny Hamlin on his weekly podcast, Actions Detrimental, where they spent a lot of time discussing ...Keep reading

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9/21/2026, 7:53:36 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Jeremy Bullins leaving RFK Racing

Jeremy Bullins is leaving RFK Racing after serving as crew chief for Brad Keselowski and the No. 6 team. Bullins joined RFK ahead of the 2025 season, reuniting with Keselowski after the two previously worked together at Team Penske. “We‘re excited for Jeremy and his family as he embarks on a new opportunity.” “Jeremy has […]

9/21/2026, 7:09:50 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

NASCAR swear jar hits $3,305 after 193 expletives recorded in Bristol Night Race

NASCAR continues to pay $5 per swear word spoken across Cup radio channels, and three races into the Chase, the money is piling up. The newly introduced swear jar is up to $3,305.  Across all Cup teams, NASCAR has reported 661 expletives on the radio after Darlington, Gateway, and Bristol, with the 500-lap short track race responsible for 193 swears. Surprisingly, that's the lowest of the ...Keep reading

9/21/2026, 4:09:23 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Winners and losers from NASCAR's instant classic at Bristol

Bristol delivered an instant classic on Saturday night, with Joey Logano charging from fourth to first on the final restart while Ryan Blaney and Carson Hocevar brawled in the pits. The Penske driver was showered with boos while Hocevar was met like a conquering hero by a sea of fans when he exited the track. In the background of all that, the championship fight has further tightened with a ...Keep reading

9/21/2026, 3:10:03 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

The Kryder Law Group sponsoring Garrett Smithley at Talladega

NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series driver Garrett Smithley announced today that he is partnering with Chicago-based The Kryder Law Group to raise funds for Susan G. Komen ahead of the The Progress Group 250 race at Talladega Superspeedway on October 24. The Kryder Law Group, Accident and Injury Lawyers is a leading personal injury law […]

9/21/2026, 7:03:37 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Did Saturdays Night Race really harken to the Bristol of old?

Soon after trading punches with an uncharacteristically irate Ryan Blaney, Carson Hocevar declared to TV cameras that, in Saturday‘s Bass Pro Shops Night Race, fans “got an old-school Bristol show here.” Yes—and no. The post-race brawl at Bristol Motor Speedway certainly was old-school, at least in terms of the two principals. As soon as Hocevar […]

9/20/2026, 7:43:41 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

This is how peak NASCAR comes back

For a moment, this was late 1990s NASCAR all over again. While not the waiting list sellout of yore, this was objectively one of the better attended Cup Series races at Bristol Motor Speedway during this decade, and those in attendance were subjected to a red carpet affair before the race even began. There was a version of NASCAR that attracted some of the biggest names in Hollywood and the ...Keep reading

9/20/2026, 4:46:02 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

NASCAR shouldn’t penalize Hocevar and Blaney for Bristol brawl but will they?

TUESDAY UPDATE: NASCAR says they will not penalize Ryan Blaney or Carson Hocevar, and upon further review, won't penalize anyone else involved in the altercation either. Read Also: NASCAR CupNASCAR will not penalize Carson Hocevar and Ryan Blaney for Bristol fight Note: This story was originally published on Sunday morning following the Cup race This writer ...Keep reading

9/20/2026, 2:35:23 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Other NASCAR drivers react to Carson Hocevar and Ryan Blaney fight

Drivers suddenly became spectators after the NASCAR Cup race at Bristol, watching on (most with glee) as Ryan Blaney confronted Carson Hocevar, with Hocevar punching Blaney twice in the face in the first real fight we've seen after a Cup race in over two years. The last time there was a fight like this at the highest level of the sport was the 2024 All-Star Race, featuring Ricky Stenhouse Jr ...Keep reading

9/20/2026, 12:52:39 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Denny Hamlin loses points lead and says "we have to get to running a little bit better"

Race #1 - Race #17: Reddick leads NASCAR Cup championship Race #18 - Race #28: Hamlin leads NASCAR Cup championship Race #29 -  ?: Larson leads NASCAR Cup championship After taking the points lead at Sonoma on June 28, Denny Hamlin has firmly held onto the top spot, even reaching a triple-digit points lead at one point before the Chase reset. He started the ten-race Chase with a ...Keep reading

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9/20/2026, 12:30:03 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Ty Gibbs rues Bristol loss but thankful for 'special weekend' with Busch family

M&M's colors returned to the NASCAR grid for the first time in four years on Saturday night, partnering with Joe Gibbs Racing to honor the legacy of the late Kyle Busch. Ty Gibbs spent pre-race with the Busch family, and walked out to driver introductions with Brexton Busch by his side. There was a real chance he could go out there and win it all, as Gibbs was the most recent Cup winner at ...Keep reading

9/20/2026, 11:36:14 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Commercial breakdown: 2026 Bass Pro Shops Night Race

One thing fans of NASCAR learn is that sometimes racing includes shifting abruptly. This is certainly the case at a short track like Bristol Motor Speedway. It was also true on Sunday that the Cup race shifted abruptly from the beginning with the sweetness of our National Anthem being delivered by the adorable MRO Kids, […]

9/20/2026, 7:30:16 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Complete NASCAR Cup points standings after 2026 Bristol Night Race

Kyle Larson has become just the third different driver to lead the championship standings this year, joining Tyler Reddick and Denny Hamlin in that very exclusive club. Larson is now a single point ahead of Hamlin, and things remain incredibly close three races into the ten-race Chase for the championship. After a surprise late charge netted him his 40th career win at Bristol, Joey Logano ...Keep reading

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9/20/2026, 7:00:01 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Alex Bowman admits he didn't know who the leader was in 'embarrassing' Bristol crash

The NASCAR Cup race at Bristol did not go the way Alex Bowman had hoped, and ended in an awkward crash with the leaders that left him feeling embarrassed. The moment in question took place with 70 laps to go. Alex Bowman was running 20th, already off the lead lap, and in danger of going another lap down. As Ty Gibbs took the lead from Carson Hocevar, he tried to go up the middle between the ...Keep reading

9/20/2026, 5:52:44 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Ric Flair told drivers to take their helmets off and fight; NASCAR delivered

The theme of the month has been that no one was going to do anything about it and that changed with Ryan Blaney on Saturday in the Bristol Night Race. It, of course, refers to Carson Hocevar. When the Chase for the Championship began three weeks ago, NASCAR sent out an unorthodox press release titled 15 vs. 1, which highlighted the simmering tension between Hocevar and literally everyone he ...Keep reading

9/20/2026, 4:54:59 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Joey Logano steals a win in an old-school brawl at Bristol

When Ty Gibbs finally ran out of magic, Joey Logano took full advantage. Thanks to a dramatic pass through a gaggle of traffic on Lap 494 of 500, Logano stole a victory in Saturday‘s Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway and moved close to the lead in the NASCAR Cup Series Chase […]

9/20/2026, 4:48:48 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Full list of NASCAR driver intro song choices for the 2026 Bristol Night Race

One of the best parts of the pre-race festivities for the annual Bristol Night Race is the fact that the Cup drivers get to walk out to their hand-picked intro songs ahead of the 500-lap race. Some fantastic moments have been born from it, like when Brad Keselowski walked out to AC/DC's 'For Those About To Rock' in 2010, and then proceeded to grab a microphone to tell the audience that "Kyle ...Keep reading

9/20/2026, 4:16:42 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Post-race inspection complete at Bristol

Post-race inspection is complete following the 2026 Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway. There were no issues for #22-Joey Logano. He is officially the winner of the race. Logano took to the lead with 5 laps remaining after #77-Carson Hocevar and #54-Ty Gibbs got together while battling for the win. #12-Ryan Blaney […]

9/20/2026, 4:05:58 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Kyle Larson takes championship lead at Bristol

By Dustin Albino For the first time since the end of June, there‘s a new leader atop the NASCAR Cup Series standings. Reigning champion and two-time Bill France Cup holder Kyle Larson emerged from 500 chaotic laps at Bristol Motor Speedway a single point clear of the field. In the opening stage, Larson appeared to […]

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9/20/2026, 3:35:01 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Ryan Blaney, Carson Hocevar fight following Bristol race

Ryan Blaney and Carson Hocevar carried a late-race clash beyond the checkered flag Saturday night at Bristol Motor Speedway, trading punches on pit road following a fiery conclusion to the Bass Pro Shops Night Race. The altercation came after contact between the two with 43 laps remaining ended Blaney‘s otherwise dominant night. Blaney was battling […]

9/20/2026, 1:25:18 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Drivers set the tone with walk out music for Bass Pro Shops Night Race

NASCAR Cup Series drivers are setting the tone for Saturday night‘s Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway, taking the stage to a lively mix of rock, country, hip-hop and a few unexpected selections during Bristol‘s iconic driver introductions. As each driver is introduced, they will walk onto the smoke-filled stage to a […]

9/19/2026, 3:09:29 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

O'Reilly Auto Parts Series post-race inspection: Bristol Motor Speedway

Post-race inspection is complete in the NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series garage at Bristol Motor Speedway and there were no issues. The Nos. 17 and 54 cars of Corey Day and Taylor Gray had one loose lug nut and will lose pit-stall selection at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. See race details at: Race Results, Driver […]

9/19/2026, 2:59:19 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Sheldon Creed scores second Chase victory in late Bristol charge

Like a stealth bomber, Sheldon Creed waited until the last minute to make his move. Thanks to an astute call from crew chief Jonathan Toney, Creed had new tires for an overtime restart on Lap 304, and he used them to full advantage in winning Friday night‘s Food City 300 at Bristol Motor Speedway. The […]

9/18/2026, 10:57:08 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Canceled qualifying session puts Kyle Larson on pole for Night Race

Just nine points out of the Chase lead, Kyle Larson will start from the pole position in Saturday‘s Bass Pro Shops Night Race, after a lightning delay forced cancellation of Friday‘s qualifying session at Bristol Motor Speedway. Having finished fifth in the Chase opener at Darlington Raceway before winning last Sunday at World Wide Technology […]

9/18/2026, 10:13:24 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Friday Bristol Motor Speedway Notebook

Spring Bristol winner Ty Gibbs honors Kyle Busch with M&M‘s paint scheme BRISTOL, Tenn.—Kyle Busch is no longer with us, but his presence at Bristol Motor Speedway will be more than just spiritual on Saturday. On Ty Gibbs‘ No. 54 Toyota, Joe Gibbs Racing unveiled a paint scheme that harkens to Busch‘s heyday in the […]

9/18/2026, 10:08:55 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Truck (News)

The four top contenders imploded in NASCAR Trucks Chase opener

The NASCAR Truck Series Chase for the Championship began with a moderate implosion for each of the four top seeded drivers on the seven-race playoff on Thursday night at Bristol Motor Speedway. Layne Riggs led the first two stages but then suffered a slow pit stop, the result of struggles on the left rear, and then that tire leading to a vibration that trapped him five laps down. He would run ...Keep reading

9/18/2026, 7:35:59 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Miami to Take Center Stage as Host of 2026 NASCAR Awards

NASCAR announced today that the annual NASCAR Awards will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County, bringing the sport‘s champions, stars and industry leaders together just two days after the NASCAR Cup Series championship is decided at Homestead-Miami Speedway. The move to Miami marks […]

9/18/2026, 6:06:39 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

NASCAR exploring potential changes to Gateway pit road

BRISTOL, Tenn. — NASCAR officials will visit World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway in the next week to begin exploring possible changes to its pit-road configuration, a NASCAR competition executive confirmed to two reporters Friday at Bristol Motor Speedway. The planned trip follows an incident on Gateway‘s pit road during the NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts […]

9/18/2026, 5:43:55 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Joe Gibbs Racing O'Reilly pit-crew member discusses scary pit-road wreck at Gateway

Bryan Backus had no reason to suspect this pit stop was going to be any different than usual. That was until he was struck by a crashing stock car while trying to service the No. 19 car during last weekend‘s NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series race at World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway. Backus was […]

9/18/2026, 4:18:54 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Kennametal Inc. named official tooling supplier of NASCAR

Kennametal Inc. (NYSE: KMT) today announced it has been named the Official Tooling Supplier of NASCAR. Dave Bersaglini, Kennametal Vice President and President of Metal Cutting, unveiled the designation at the company’s Next Level Shop exhibit on the first day of the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2026. “Every thousandth of an inch matters in […]

9/18/2026, 4:09:53 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Cracker Barrel named presenting sponsor of pre-race concert at Bristol

Bristol Motor Speedway today announced Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® as the presenting sponsor of the pre-race concert for the Bass Pro Shops Night Race this Saturday. The “Cracker Barrel Pre-Race Concert” will feature diamond-selling country superstar Brian Kelley on the infield stage at 5 p.m. ET, setting the tone for one of NASCAR’s most […]

9/18/2026, 4:38:30 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Truck (News)

Fighting through 'tough year,' Kaulig RAM earns first-ever top five finish

Since RAM rejoined the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series with a fleet of five Kaulig Racing entries, it's been a brutal uphill battle. With no sim and zero notes, they entered the year blind against a stacked field of competitors. Despite the struggles, they've also managed to score a total of 15 top tens, but Bristol was a new milestone for the Kaulig RAM group. Justin Haley drove his No. 16 to a ...Keep reading

9/18/2026, 3:44:20 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

UNOH 250 post-race inspection report

Post-race inspection for the UNOH 250 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway is complete. There were no issues for #98-Jake Garcia. He is the winner. #5-Bayley Currey and #38-Chandler Smith both had one loose lug nut and will lose pit selection next week in Kansas. See race details at: Race Results, Driver […]

9/18/2026, 2:30:48 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Truck (News)

Jake Garcia earns first NASCAR Truck win after nightmare race for Front Row Motorsports

In a dramatic Chase opener for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, ThorSport Racing's Jake Garcia played spoiler with his first-ever win in his 94th career start. Garcia beat Bayley Currey in second, who earned his career-best result while making his first start of the 2026 season. Stewart Friesen finished a strong third, and Justin Haley secured Kaulig RAM their first-ever top five finish in ...Keep reading

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9/17/2026, 11:06:39 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Matt DiBenedetto driving for Young's Motorsports at Charlotte

Matt DiBenedetto‘s return to NASCAR competition with Young‘s Motorsports is expanding. One week after the veteran driver makes his anticipated return to the NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series at Las Vegas (Nev.) Motor Speedway, DiBenedetto will return to the No. 42 Young‘s Motorsports Chevrolet for the Blue Cross NC 300 at Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway […]

9/17/2026, 11:06:21 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Conor Daly returns for second race in Ram Free Agent Program

Conor Daly will return to the Ram Free Agent program to drive the No. 25 Ram 1500 for Kaulig Racing in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at Kansas Speedway on Sept. 26. The 34-year-old Daly made his seventh career Truck Series start at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park in July. He knows the 1.5-mile, high-speed […]

9/17/2026, 8:25:19 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

More than $142,000 raised for local nonprofits during New Englands only NASCAR Cup Series weekend

New England‘s only NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) weekend at New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) proved to be successful for local nonprofits with the dedication of the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children‘s Charities (SCCNH), the official charity of NHMS, and the many volunteer groups who helped fundraise more than $142,000 during the Aug. 21-23, NCS […]

9/17/2026, 8:09:34 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Sam Hunt Racing named finalist for Carolinas Business of the Year

Sam Hunt Racing (SHR) is honored to announce that the organization has been selected as a finalist in the Carolinas Business of the Year (CBOY) competition, a fundraising competition benefitting SHR‘s newest partner, Dream On 3. The opportunity to participate in Dream On 3‘s CBOY competition sits right at the intersection of SHR‘s competitive spirit […]

9/17/2026, 7:07:48 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Kyle Larson Is Good Again

There is no cover jinx in NASCAR, as NASCAR 26 Cover Athlete Kyle Larson turned up the heat just days prior to the flagship game‘s official release date with a statement win at World Wide Technology Raceway. (By the way, download it on PS5, Xbox and PC today!) But toward the latter end of the […]

9/17/2026, 3:48:00 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

North Georgia Natural Springs sponsoring Garrett Smithley at Bristol

Garrett Smithley and SS GreenLight Racing announced a new partnership with North Georgia Natural Springs for Friday night‘s Food City 300 at Bristol Motor Speedway. North Georgia Natural Springs, CrampZero and CXP will be featured on Smithley‘s No. 0 Chevrolet as the NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series races under the lights in Bristol, Tennessee. The […]

9/17/2026, 3:46:08 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Truck (News)

Parker Kligerman withdraws from Bristol Truck race due to illness, replaced by Nick Sanchez

Parker Kligerman has announced that he cannot compete in Thursday's NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway, citing an ongoing illness. He also couldn't take part in The CW broadcast last weekend at Gateway, either. Kligerman was set to drive the No. 75 entry for Henderson Motorsports (a part-time team), making his 130th career Truck start and fifth of the 2026 season. He ...Keep reading

9/17/2026, 3:37:04 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Chais Eliason named new crew chief for No. 42 team

LEGACY MOTOR CLUB announced today that Chais Eliason has been promoted to crew chief of the No. 42 NASCAR Cup Series team, beginning with the Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway on Saturday, Sept. 19. Eliason, who has served as strategy manager and senior performance engineer on the No. 42, will lead […]

9/17/2026, 3:32:27 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Truck (News)

FedEx Freight to take over as title sponsor of NASCAR Truck Series in 2027

FedEx Freight will serve as the new title sponsor for the NASCAR Trucks in 2027 in what is being called a long-term deal, replacing Craftsman. It will officially be known as the NASCAR FedEx Freight Truck Series. Craftsman was the title sponsor of the NASCAR Truck Series from its inception in 1995 through the 2008 season. From 2009 through 2019, it was Camping World, and then Gander Outdoors ...Keep reading

9/17/2026, 3:04:33 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

NASCAR and FedEx Freight announce long-term series entitlement partnership

NASCAR® today announced a landmark long-term partnership with FedEx Freight® that will make the newly independent freight transportation leader the entitlement partner of the NASCAR Truck Series beginning in 2027. The NASCAR FedEx Freight Truck Series brings together two brands deeply connected to the trucking industry and the people who keep America moving — pairing […]

9/17/2026, 1:54:05 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Nick Sanchez to replace Parker Kligerman at Bristol

Henderson Motorsports could have a different driver behind the wheel when the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series returns to Bristol Motor Speedway this weekend. Parker Kligerman is still recovering from an illness that kept him out of the television booth this past weekend. If Kligerman is unable to compete at Bristol, Nick Sanchez is expected to […]

9/17/2026, 6:23:08 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Statistical Advance: Analyzing the Bass Pro Shops Night Race

Below is a look at some of the top statistical performers at Bristol Motor Speedway in Bristol, Tennessee going into the Bass Pro Shops Night Race on Saturday, September 19 at 7:30 p.m. ET on USA Network, PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio (Channel 90). NASCAR Cup Series Chase Fast Facts: Race #3 (Bristol Motor Speedway) […]

9/16/2026, 8:07:52 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Ryan Ellis, Young's Motorsports parting ways at conclusion of 2026 O'Reilly season

Young‘s Motorsports announced Wednesday that the organization and NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series driver Ryan Ellis will part ways following the conclusion of the 2026 season. Ellis joined the Mooresville, N.C.-based organization as the full-time driver of its No. 02 Chevrolet for the 2026 campaign, bringing veteran experience, determination and a strong portfolio of partners […]

9/16/2026, 8:02:32 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

K9s For Warriors, RCA and Spire Motorsports unite to honor veterans and service dogs at Bristol

K9s For Warriors, in partnership with RCA and Spire Motorsports, will bring its mission to the NASCAR Cup Series race at Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway with K9s For Warriors featured on Michael McDowell‘s No. 71 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 during the iconic Bass Pro Shops Night Race. The partnership comes at a particularly meaningful time, with […]

9/16/2026, 7:39:22 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Layne Riggs wont play defense as Chase begins for NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Trucks

As the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series heads for its first Chase race on Thursday night at Bristol Motor Speedway, Layne Riggs plans to keep using the approach that earned him top seeding in the 10-driver Chase field. In other words, Riggs, who announced Tuesday that he will be back in the No. 34 Front Row […]

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9/16/2026, 6:39:26 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin take Chase battle to Bristols high banks

Kyle Larson acknowledged he was looking ahead to Bristol Motor Speedway, but the end of his 51-race drought came a week earlier than he expected. Fresh from his NASCAR Cup Series victory at World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway — and just nine points behind Chase leader Denny Hamlin — Larson brings renewed confidence to […]

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9/16/2026, 6:36:59 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Justin Allgaier looks for Chase turnaround at Bristol

Late-race issues in the first two NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series Chase races cost top-seeded Justin Allgaier the Chase lead. That‘s a situation the driver of the No. 7 JR Motorsports Chevrolet hopes to remedy in Friday night‘s Food City 300 at Bristol Motor Speedway (7:30 p.m. ET on CW, PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio). […]

9/16/2026, 6:04:26 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

NASCAR adjusts wet weather tire procedures beginning at Bristol

Beginning this weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway, NASCAR will adjust its procedures for officiating wet weather tires at oval racetracks for all three NASCAR national series. The updated procedures are as follows: To start the race, all cars must have the same tire type (slicks or wet weather), as determined by NASCAR After the green […]

9/16/2026, 5:21:16 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Capriccio Bubbly Sangria sponsoring Blaine Perkins at Bristol

Capriccio Bubbly Sangria today announced a partnership with Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport that will see the sparkling sangria brand serve as primary sponsor of Blaine Perkins and the No. 31 Chevrolet for Friday night‘s NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway. Capriccio Bubbly Sangria is a fruit-forward blend of sparkling red […]

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9/16/2026, 4:06:54 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Legendary Roush vehicles set for historic Mecum Nashville auction

Few venues hold more significance in the NASCAR journey of Hall of Fame team owner Jack Roush than Nashville Superspeedway — making it a fitting stage for a landmark offering from the famed Roush Automotive Collection during Mecum Auctions‘ inaugural Nashville event Sept. 22-26. For more than two decades, Nashville Superspeedway has been woven into […]

9/16/2026, 3:06:45 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Gainbridge and the ANNIKA to team up with Michael McDowell for Homestead

As the NASCAR Cup Series heads to Homestead-Miami Speedway for the 2026 season finale, World Golf Hall-of-Famer Annika Sörenstam and her namesake LPGA Tour event, The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican (The ANNIKA), is teaming up with Gainbridge℠, driver Michael McDowell and Spire Motorsports to unveil a unique livery for McDowell‘s No. 71 Chevrolet […]

9/16/2026, 10:44:29 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

World Wide Technology Raceway TV ratings

USA Network averaged 1.635 million viewers for Sunday‘s NASCAR Cup Series Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway, according to Adam Stern of Sports Business Journal. The race was up 7% from last year, when it averaged 1.525 million viewers. .@USANetwork averaged 1.635 million viewers for Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series Enjoy Illinois 300 @WWTRaceway, […]

9/15/2026, 11:36:26 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Truck (News)

The NASCAR Trucks Chase is about The Big Three, but who else?

In all likelihood, the NASCAR Truck Series Chase for the Championship will be Layne Riggs vs Kaden Honeycutt but there is recent evidence to suggest that there could be a surprise player set to join them. For example, in the O’Reilly Series, Sheldon Creed is now the championship leader after finishes of first and second to open the nine-race shootout. And while top-seeded Denny Hamlin remains ...Keep reading

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9/15/2026, 10:28:28 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Dodge exploring engine options for possible 2027 Cup Series return

In recent weeks, industry executives keeping tabs on the matter have told SBJ that one of the most likely ways for Dodge to get in quickly is to work with a current engine supplier to supply it in the short term while Stellantis figures out plans for its own engine development in the more medium […]

9/10/2026, 4:36:56 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Truck (News)

Brennan Poole joins Spire for Kansas NASCAR Truck race

Spire Motorsports announced on Thursday that NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series regular Brennan Poole will drive the No. 7 Chevrolet Silverado RST for the team in the upcoming NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Kansas Speedway (September 26). Poole competes full-time for Alpha Prime Racing in the NASCAR O'Reilly Series and currently sits 17th in the championship standings. He has over 200 ...Keep reading

9/7/2026, 5:03:40 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Winners and losers from NASCAR's difficult Southern 500 at Darlington

The ten-week battle for the NASCAR Cup Series championship has begun, and there are now just 12 points between Denny Hamlin and Christopher Bell for the points lead after Bell's impressive win the Southern 500 at Darlington. After 367 laps and 500 miles of racing, the battle at the top of the standings has only tightened as the drivers and teams look to Gateway for Round 2. But before we shift ...Keep reading

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9/7/2026, 5:02:18 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Heavy movement in the standings just one race into the Chase

In all his years competing in NASCAR‘s premier level, Christopher Bell concedes he may never have grinned as big, cheered as loudly or just been so generally thrilled as he was in winning Sunday night‘s Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington (S.C.) Raceway. Joining the DAYTONA 500, Brickyard 400 and Coca-Cola 600 as one of […]

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Darlington puts Chase contenders to the test from the outset

Ryan Blaney described Sunday night’s Southern 500 as “scrappy,” and it applied to more than just the night for his Team Penske group. The track nicknamed “Too Tough to Tame” again delivered as the opening race of the postseason, with multiple championship contenders encountering trouble.

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9/7/2026, 10:51:07 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Commercial breakdown: 2026 Cook Out Southern 500

On Sunday NASCAR held one of its longest races of the season at historic Darlington Raceway. For over four hours, drivers fought other drivers under threatening skies on a track known to tear up tires and put ugly scrapes on their flashy racecars. It was a great day for race fans as it just barely […]

9/7/2026, 7:24:19 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Southern 500 turns early NASCAR Chase into a dogfight

Joey Logano called the Chase for the Championship format 10 weeks of hell, and Denny Hamlin learned immediately that his regular season title afforded him very little comfort in the pursuit of that elusive achievement. On the other hand, the 16 stage points he earned over the first half of the Southern 500 somewhat offset contact from Michael McDowell that broke a right front toe link and a ...Keep reading

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9/7/2026, 7:05:18 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Brad Keselowski sends warning to Carson Hocevar

In the Chase opener at Darlington Raceway, Carson Hocevar made a new enemy in Brad Keselowski. Near the end of Stage 1, he got into the left-rear of the No. 6 RFK Racing Ford, sending the former Cup champion spinning out of Turn 4. Hocevar went on to finish 11th in the Southern 500. After the […]

9/7/2026, 4:40:17 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Ty Gibbs calls out 'squirrelly' metric used to determine starting lineup at Darlington

Ty Gibbs got off to a strong start in the first race of the Chase on Saturday at Darlington, securing a second-place finish behind Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Christopher Bell. But despite the solid finish, Gibbs actually dropped two spots in the Chase standings from fourth place to sixth due to scoring just one stage point over the first two stages. After the race, Gibbs was asked where he ...Keep reading

9/7/2026, 4:17:33 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Kyle Larson doesn't regret strategic gamble he took at Darlington despite coming up short

Sometimes to win in the NASCAR Cup Series, you have to take a gamble. And sometimes, that gamble simply doesn't work out. Such was the case for Kyle Larson on Saturday, who made the decision to stay out on the track with 24 laps to go at Darlington. All but four other cars pitted to take fresh tires. The decision put Larson in the race lead, where he would do his best to fend off those on ...Keep reading

9/7/2026, 4:14:55 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Christopher Bell was in rare comedic form after winning the Southern 500

Christopher Bell was downright effusive after winning the Southern 500. There have been big victories over the years from the Chili Bowl Midget Nationals and the World of Outlaws to wins across all three national touring divisions including the Coca-Cola 600 and Bristol Night Race. But the Southern 500 is the biggest of them all to date. “Wow, what a night,” Bell said afterwards ...Keep reading

9/7/2026, 4:05:22 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

NASCAR pays $1,115 after drivers swore 223 times on the radio during Southern 500 race

NASCAR is pledging $5 to a swear jar throughout the final ten races of the year for every moment when a Cup Series driver swears on the radio ... and it didn't take long for the jar start filling up. Drivers were caught swearing on the radio 223 times during the Southern 500 at Darlington, and we know for a fact Ryan Blaney was responsible for several of those moments. Fans were joking how the ...Keep reading

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Denny Hamlin reacts to Michael McDowell run-in that derailed his day

The first race of the Chase did not go the way Denny Hamlin was hoping for on Saturday at Darlington. Heading into the Chase as the top car in the standings and the favorite to finally win his first championship, Hamlin was hoping to extend his lead on the field with a strong finish at the Track Too Tough to Tame. While the No. 11 ran out front to start the race, a poor pit stop later put ...Keep reading

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William Byron confounded by engine blowout that led to DNF at Darlington

The first race of the Chase is officially in the books, with Christopher Bell taking the checkered flag at Darlington on Saturday. The win was a huge boon for Bell's championship chances, bumping him up to second in the points standings where he trails Denny Hamlin by just 12 points. On the other side of the outcome spectrum was William Byron, who was forced to bring his car in early due to ...Keep reading

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Post-race inspection complete, Christopher Bell's Darlington win is official

Post-race inspection is complete following the 2026 Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway. There were no issues for #20-Christopher Bell. He is officially the winner of the race. Bell took four tires on the final pit stop of the night while Larson and three other drivers stayed out. Bell quickly moved to the front […]

9/7/2026, 2:39:48 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Complete NASCAR Cup points standings after Darlington 2026

After fighting back from some mid-race damage, Denny Hamlin leaves Darlington just 12 points clear of Southern 500 winner Christopher Bell. The biggest mover in the championship standings was clearly Bell, jumping four positions from sixth to second with his big victory. Bubba Wallace also moved up four spots from 14th to 10th. The biggest loser was William Byron, who dropped three ...Keep reading

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Christopher Bell snaps drought in crown jewel Southern 500, wins Chase opener at Darlington

Christopher Bell snapped a 33-race winless streak, claiming his first victory of the year in Sunday night‘s Cook Out Southern 500, coming after a record-breaking mark of seven runner-up efforts on the season. And the timing of his trophy hoist could not have been better for the perpetual championship contender. Bell‘s 1.038-second win in the […]

9/7/2026, 2:35:37 AMRACER — NASCAR

Larson crew chief sees late strategy call at Darlington as a ‘net wash’

Kyle Larson’s Hendrick Motorsports team taking its chances on older tires in the final stint of the Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway did not turn out to be the winning call. However, it was not a bad call, either.“We had talked about that was probably going to be a pretty...

9/7/2026, 2:30:06 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Furious Brad Keselowski blasts Carson Hocevar: "His day's coming and it's coming hard"

In the Chase opener at Darlington Raceway, Carson Hocevar made a new enemy in Brad Keselowski. Near the end of Stage 1, he got into the left-rear of the No. 6 RFK Racing Ford, sending the former Cup champion spinning out of Turn 4. Hocevar went on to finish 11th in the Southern 500. After the race, Above the Yellow Line Media caught up with Brad Keselowski, who had a stark warning for the ...Keep reading

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Tyler Reddick comes up short after another strong Southern 500 

By Dustin Albino Tyler Reddick has checked plenty of boxes at the tricky Darlington Raceway. Winning the Southern 500, however, remains elusive — and he‘s growing tired of coming so close. “It‘s good to be in contention every year,” Reddick told USA Sports following a third-place effort in Sunday‘s Cook Out Southern 500. “Thankfully, we […]

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9/7/2026, 2:08:00 AMRACER — NASCAR

Late caution foils Briscoe’s bid for three in a row at Darlington

Chase Briscoe had a third straight Southern 500 victory in sight but failed to execute when it mattered most.Briscoe did not want to see the last caution of the night, which flew with 33 laps to go. He had taken the lead from Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Christopher Bell off...

9/7/2026, 1:42:39 AMRACER — NASCAR

Bell shatters drought with Chase-opening Cup win at Darlington

Christopher Bell snapped a 33-race winless streak, claiming his first victory of the year in Sunday night’s Cook Out Southern 500, coming after a record-breaking mark of seven runner-up efforts on the season. And the timing of his trophy hoist could not have been better for the perpetual championship contender.Bell’s...

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Christopher Bell passes Kyle Larson to win NASCAR Southern 500 at Darlington

After 500 miles of racing at Darlington Raceway, Christopher Bell passed Kyle Larson with 12 laps to go, driving off with the Southern 500 victory. Bell hadn't won a race since last September, and was frustrated with seven runner-up finishes in, until today, a winless 2026 season. Bell took the lead from Larson and then held on against Ty Gibbs in second and Tyler Reddick in third. Ryan ...Keep reading

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Arrest made in burglary of former NASCAR driver Dave Marcis' home

The Buncombe County (North Carolina) Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest in a break-in involving retired NASCAR Cup driver Dave Marcis. He was out of town with the burglary took place, and several irreplaceable items of NASCAR memorabilia were among the many things stolen. … Now, an arrest has been made after a stranger messaged […]

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Kyle Busch Remembered: Rowdy's most dramatic moments at Darlington

We continue our 'Kyle Busch Remembered' series as NASCAR races at the historic Darlington Raceway for the 77th running of the Southern 500. Busch won one Cup race and two O'Reilly races at the track 'too tough to tame.' Those three victories are among his record 234 career NASCAR wins across all three national divisions -- more than any other driver in history. Busch died at the age of 41 ...Keep reading

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O'Reilly Auto Parts Series post-race inspection: Darlington Raceway

There were no issues in post-race inspection for the Fleetio 200 O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Darlington Raceway. Sheldon Creed is the winner. The Nos. 00 (Creed), 19 (Brent Crews) and 21 (Austin Hill) all had one lug nut not safe and secure. Jesse Love’s No. 2 team had an at-track inspection penalty. All […]

9/6/2026, 3:16:52 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Arrest made in burglary targeting retired NASCAR Cup driver Dave Marcis

The Buncombe County (North Carolina) Sheriff's Office has made an arrest in a break-in involving retired NASCAR Cup driver Dave Marcis. He was out of town with the burglary took place, and several irreplaceable items of NASCAR memorabilia were among the many things stolen.  Marcis started 883 NASCAR Cup races between 1968 and 2002, and only three drivers in history have ever started more ...Keep reading

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Creed wins O'Reilly Series Chase opener at Darlington, closes championship gap

It took 138 races for Sheldon Creed to finally claim his first career NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series victory at Atlanta this February. On Saturday night, he earned his second trophy – and the timing couldn’t be better, with the Californian opening the nine-race Chase for the season championship with...

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Sheldon Creed scores Darlington win in O'Reilly Chase opener

It took 138 races for Sheldon Creed to finally claim his first career NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series victory at Atlanta this February. On Saturday night he earned his second trophy — and the timing couldn‘t be better with the Californian opening the nine-race Chase for the season championship with a visit to Victory Lane […]

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9/5/2026, 10:08:55 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

NASCAR Cup Darlington Southern 500 starting lineup after lightning cancels qualifying

Unfortunately, constant lightning on a very hot day in Darlington forced NASCAR to cancel Cup Series qualifying for the very first race of the 2026 Chase...even without a single drop of rain. As a result, the metric will set the starting lineup, which is a weighted average of a car's place in the owner standings (30%), and the entry's finish in the most recent race (70%). Tyler Reddick, who ...Keep reading

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9/5/2026, 9:14:04 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Ryan Blaney car chief ejected after Darlington inspection issues for title contender

During pre-race inspection for the NASCAR Cup Series at Darlington Raceway, one car struggled to get through inspection. The No. 12 Team Penske Ford of Ryan Blaney failed twice, before passing on the third attempt. As a result, the No. 12 car chief has been ejected from the track the remainder of the race weekend, and the team has lost their pit stall selection so they will get the 38th and ...Keep reading

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Riley Herbst confirms concussion led to withdrawal at Daytona

Riley Herbst confirmed Saturday at Darlington Raceway that he was diagnosed with a concussion following his crash at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Herbst passed his tests leading into last weekend’s race at Daytona and participated in qualifying, but said his symptoms returned Saturday morning and were the worst he had experienced since the accident. He […]

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NASCAR launches 'Swear Jar' promotion for The Chase

NASCAR is embracing some of the more colorful language heard over team radios with a new “Swear Jar” promotion during The Chase. Each time profanity is recorded over the radio, NASCAR will add $5 to a prize pool. Fans can participate by making predictions about the amount of swearing during the races, with the money […]

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Riley Herbst confirms concussion sidelined him from Daytona

Riley Herbst confirmed it was a concussion that took him out of the seat last weekend at Daytona International Speedway last weekend. The symptoms were the aftermath of a crash the week before at New Hampshire Motor Speedway when he crashed into the wall following contact from Michael McDowell. There was also a secondary contact when Connor Zilisch was unable to slow down in time and drilled ...Keep reading

9/5/2026, 5:03:09 PMRACER — NASCAR

Legacy adding race shop space as it widens Cup Series footprint

A newly built space (not an existing race shop) will be in Mooresville, N.C., and construction is currently underway. Legacy Motor Club will race out of the building beginning in 2028. However, it will be a three-car team starting next year with the addition of Riley Herbst in the No. 84 Toyota.

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Alpha Prime Racing switching to Ford in 2027

Alpha Prime Racing will race the Ford Mustang full-time beginning with the 2027 season, marking one of the most significant steps in the team‘s history. The move follows an extensive evaluation by APR leadership of the team‘s competition and business models. The team believes the move will strengthen equipment, increase development capabilities, and create manufacturer […]

9/5/2026, 3:12:00 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

NASCAR to pay money for every time a driver swears during 2026 Chase

"Others fine, we pay. Every bleep builds the pot! And **** it, one fan will win it all. Hell yeah!" That is the tagline for a unique new promotion from NASCAR. During 'The Chase' for the 2026 Cup Series championship, every time a drivers swears on the radio, the Sanctioning Body will 'pay the fine' by pledging $5 to a swear jar. Now this is where the fans come in: Fans can go and predict how ...Keep reading

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Logan Bearden competing for Young's Motorsports at Darlington

NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series driver Logan Bearden announced he will compete in this Saturday night‘s Fleetio 200 race at Darlington (S.C.) Raceway. South Carolina-based 24HR Garage Door Service will serve as the primary marketing partner on Bearden‘s No. 42 Young‘s Motorsports Chevrolet at Darlington Raceway. Associate marketing partners include Conway, S.C.-based Liberty Brew Coffee, Outlier […]

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ApexFX joins Rick Ware Racing

ApexFX, a next-generation financial technology platform slated to launch this fall, has joined Rick Ware Racing (RWR). As part of its debut, ApexFX is serving as the primary partner for two RWR entries this Labor Day weekend. NASCAR Cup Series driver Cody Ware will pilot the No. 51 ApexFX Chevrolet in the Southern 500 Sunday […]

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Jimmie Johnson dismisses rumors of confrontation with John Hunter Nemechek

This past week, Legacy Motor Club announced that John Hunter Nemechek will not return as the driver of the No. 42 Toyota in 2027, despite earlier plans to keep him as the driver through next season. While Josh Berry is the leading candidate to replace him, the team also announced the addition of a third full-time entry for 2027 with Riley Herbst as the driver of the No. 84. As for Nemechek ...Keep reading

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Jim Foster named 2027 Squier-Hall Award recipient

Longtime motorsports journalist and key figure in the creation of the Motor Racing Network Jim Foster has been named recipient of the 2027 Squier-Hall Award for NASCAR Media Excellence, becoming the 15th winner of the prestigious award. Foster spent 15 years as a sports journalist, with a newspaper career that included stops at The Salisbury Post and […]

9/4/2026, 4:49:23 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Jimmie Johnson explains why the time was right for Legacy to add a third car full time

Current 23XI driver Riley Herbst is set to join Legacy Motor Club for the 2027 NASCAR season, giving Legacy a third full-time car in the Cup Series. It's a big move for Legacy, but as team co-owner Jimmie Johnson explained this week, it was the right time to make a move. According to Johnson, running on a partial schedule was doing more harm than good in some cases. "Running the third car ...Keep reading

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William Sawalich joins Halmar Friesen Racing for Bristol

William Sawalich and SoundGear join Halmar Friesen Racing for the UNOH 250 presented by Ohio Logistics at Bristol Motor Speedway on September 17. Sawalich will pilot the No. 62 SoundGear Toyota Tundra TRD Pro under the lights in Thunder Valley. — Halmar Friesen Racing —

9/4/2026, 1:05:02 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

How to watch NASCAR Southern 500 at Darlington: Weekend schedule, start time, TV

NASCAR Cup drivers must prepare for 500 miles of grueling racing at Darlington Raceway, which will host the 77th running of the Southern 500 and the opening round of the 2026 Chase for the championship. Chase Briscoe is attempting to become the first driver in nearly three decades to win three consecutive Southern 500s, while Denny Hamlin enters the postseason as the No. 1 seed in the ...Keep reading

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Kurt Busch talks grief with CNN's Anderson Cooper and the loss of brother Kyle

NASCAR legend Kurt Busch recently joined CNN anchor Anderson Cooper on his podcast, All There Is, which explores themes of loss and grief. They spoke for nearly 30 minutes about his brother Kyle -- the winningest driver in NASCAR national series history -- who died tragically at the age of 41 earlier this year. It was an emotional interview, with Kurt struggling to hold back tears as he ...Keep reading