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Team Penske under pressure in penultimate race at Martinsville

Read full article: Team Penske under pressure in penultimate race at Martinsville

Team Penske has claimed the last three Cup Series championships, but that illustrious streak could come to a screeching halt with both Joey Logano and Ryan Blaney well below the Championship 4 cut line as they roll into Martinsville Speedway.

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Martinsville, southside VA receive economic boost from NASCAR

Read full article: Martinsville, southside VA receive economic boost from NASCAR

NASCARโ€™s return to Martinsville Speedway this weekend is expected to generate millions in economic impact for the region, with local businesses already seeing an uptick in customer traffic.

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Michael Jordan laughs at NASCAR's claims as bitter antitrust feud barrels toward a trial

Read full article: Michael Jordan laughs at NASCAR's claims as bitter antitrust feud barrels toward a trial

NASCAR has returned to court after two failed days of mediation in an antitrust case filed by two race teams, including one owned by Michael Jordan.

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Catching up with Martinsville Speedwayโ€™s Clay Campbell

Read full article: Catching up with Martinsville Speedwayโ€™s Clay Campbell

The track president discusses the upcoming race weekend, looming changes to the championship format and more.

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Hamlin's controversial move: Did he make the right call in NASCAR playoffs?

Read full article: Hamlin's controversial move: Did he make the right call in NASCAR playoffs?

Denny Hamlin has sparked controversy in NASCAR's playoffs after passing Ross Chastain on the final lap, knocking him out of contention.

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NASCAR seeks new mediator in antitrust suit as Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing pushes back

Read full article: NASCAR seeks new mediator in antitrust suit as Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing pushes back

NASCAR has asked a federal court for a judicial settlement conference to mediate an antitrust suit filed by Michael Jordan-owned 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports.

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Joey Logano clinches final playoff spot in dramatic Charlotte finish

Read full article: Joey Logano clinches final playoff spot in dramatic Charlotte finish

Joey Logano has secured the final spot in the next round of the NASCAR playoffs after a dramatic race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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Team Penske turns the tables on Joe Gibbs Racing in 2nd-round opener of NASCAR Cup playoffs

Read full article: Team Penske turns the tables on Joe Gibbs Racing in 2nd-round opener of NASCAR Cup playoffs

Joe Gibbs Racing has two drivers feuding, but another pair of teammates were the primary concern after the NASCAR Cup Series playoff race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

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Federal judge denies injunction for Michael Jordan's team in NASCAR antitrust case

Read full article: Federal judge denies injunction for Michael Jordan's team in NASCAR antitrust case

A federal judge has denied a preliminary injunction in an antitrust suit involving two NASCAR teams, including one owned by Michael Jordan.

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Michael Jordan's NASCAR team fights for charter status amid explosive lawsuit

Read full article: Michael Jordan's NASCAR team fights for charter status amid explosive lawsuit

Two NASCAR teams, including one owned by Michael Jordan, have argued in federal court for a preliminary injunction to be recognized as chartered organizations.

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NASCAR promises not to re-distribute charters amid heated antitrust suit with Michael Jordan's team

Read full article: NASCAR promises not to re-distribute charters amid heated antitrust suit with Michael Jordan's team

NASCAR has promised a federal court it won't redistribute any charters amid an antitrust lawsuit by two race teams, including one owned by Michael Jordan.

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Fiery texts from Michael Jordan, NASCAR executives disclosed in NASCAR antitrust battle

Read full article: Fiery texts from Michael Jordan, NASCAR executives disclosed in NASCAR antitrust battle

NASCAR and two teams, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, have clashed in federal court over antitrust allegations.

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Hamlin's Cup title quest begins as antitrust battle with NASCAR heats up

Read full article: Hamlin's Cup title quest begins as antitrust battle with NASCAR heats up

Denny Hamlin, known for his Daytona 500 wins, is eyeing a Cup Series championship as the season kicks off at Darlington Raceway.

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Humpy Wheeler, the 'P.T. Barnum of motorsports,' dies at 86

Read full article: Humpy Wheeler, the 'P.T. Barnum of motorsports,' dies at 86

Humpy Wheeler, a pioneering motorsports promoter and former president of Charlotte Motor Speedway, has died at 86.

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NASCAR's 2026 schedule shake-up: New street race, Chicagoland's return, and more

Read full article: NASCAR's 2026 schedule shake-up: New street race, Chicagoland's return, and more

NASCAR has announced its 2026 schedule, featuring a new street course in San Diego and the return of Chicagoland Speedway.

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Austin Dillon equals a Dale Earnhardt feat with his convincing NASCAR win at Richmond

Read full article: Austin Dillon equals a Dale Earnhardt feat with his convincing NASCAR win at Richmond

In his playoff-clinching victory at Richmond Raceway, Austin Dillon shared some NASCAR history on the venerable short track with the most famous driver of the No. 3 Chevrolet.

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Austin Dillon makes NASCAR Cup playoffs with redemptive victory at Richmond

Read full article: Austin Dillon makes NASCAR Cup playoffs with redemptive victory at Richmond

Dillon makes playoffs for the first time in three years.

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Chastain seeking late-season momentum in Richmond

Read full article: Chastain seeking late-season momentum in Richmond

The Trackhouse driver is hoping to understand the tire wear Saturday night.

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Inside the Track: Joey Logano talks Richmond Raceway with 10 Sports

Read full article: Inside the Track: Joey Logano talks Richmond Raceway with 10 Sports

The Penske driver has two career wins at the short track and nearly had a third in 2024.

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NASCAR will hold first street race on active military base at Naval Base Coronado in 2026

Read full article: NASCAR will hold first street race on active military base at Naval Base Coronado in 2026

NASCAR will hold a street race on Naval Base Coronado in Southern California next June as a replacement for its downtown Chicago event that ran the last three years.

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Denny Hamlin continues climb in NASCAR's career wins list. With 60 in sight, how far can he go?

Read full article: Denny Hamlin continues climb in NASCAR's career wins list. With 60 in sight, how far can he go?

Denny Hamlin won his 58th career NASCAR Cup Series race at Dover Motor Speedway.

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Denny Hamlin survives rain delay, overtime finish to win for 2nd straight year at Dover

Read full article: Denny Hamlin survives rain delay, overtime finish to win for 2nd straight year at Dover

Denny Hamlin went back-to-back at Dover Motor Speedway, holding a late lead through a rain delay and an overtime finish Sunday for the Joe Gibbs Racing driver's series-best fourth victory of the season.

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Denny Hamlin vows 23XI Racing will go on, answers will come in December in court battle with NASCAR

Read full article: Denny Hamlin vows 23XI Racing will go on, answers will come in December in court battle with NASCAR

NASCAR race team owner Denny Hamlin remained undeterred in the wake of another setback in court, vowing โ€œall will be exposedโ€ in the scheduled December trial as part of 23XI Racingโ€™s federal suit against the auto racing series.

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NASCAR says no Chicago Street Race next year, but it could return in 2027

Read full article: NASCAR says no Chicago Street Race next year, but it could return in 2027

NASCAR is pressing pause on its Chicago Street Race, answering at least one major question about its schedule for next season.

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Foul Check Episode 33: Richmond Racing with Richmond Raceway President Lori Waran

Read full article: Foul Check Episode 33: Richmond Racing with Richmond Raceway President Lori Waran

It's time for another episode of Foul Check!

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Judge denies 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports' request to race with charters

Read full article: Judge denies 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports' request to race with charters

A federal judge has denied a request from 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports to race with charters while battling NASCAR in court.

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Fights over charters loom over NASCAR as teams, series await key court rulings

Read full article: Fights over charters loom over NASCAR as teams, series await key court rulings

NASCAR hits midsummer amid legal battles involving team charters, a key part of its business model.

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NASCAR teams 23XI and Front Row seek urgent court order to retain charters

Read full article: NASCAR teams 23XI and Front Row seek urgent court order to retain charters

The two race teams suing NASCAR over antitrust allegations filed for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction to be recognized as chartered organizations for the remainder of 2025.

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Shane van Gisbergen dominates on another road course, wins at Sonoma to extend streak

Read full article: Shane van Gisbergen dominates on another road course, wins at Sonoma to extend streak

Shane van Gisbergen extended his winning streak to two straight and three victories in the last five weeks with yet another dominating run on a road course.

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Van Gisbergen wins in Chicago once again, completing a NASCAR weekend sweep

Read full article: Van Gisbergen wins in Chicago once again, completing a NASCAR weekend sweep

Shane van Gisbergen has completed a sweep on the Chicago Street Course, winning the NASCAR Cup Series race on the tricky downtown circuit.

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Future of NASCAR's downtown Chicago weekend is unclear going into the third year of contract

Read full article: Future of NASCAR's downtown Chicago weekend is unclear going into the third year of contract

When it comes to NASCARโ€™s return to downtown Chicago, Julie Giese has a long list of responsibilities.

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T.J. Puchyr agrees to buy Rick Ware Racing with plans to build a 3-car NASCAR team

Read full article: T.J. Puchyr agrees to buy Rick Ware Racing with plans to build a 3-car NASCAR team

One of the founders of Spire Motorsports has entered an agreement to purchase the NASCAR team owned by Rick Ware and is jumping back into the stock car series because he believes the current charters are grossly undervalued.

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MLB, NASCAR stars talk the legends of Bristol as racetrack transforms for historic ballgame

Read full article: MLB, NASCAR stars talk the legends of Bristol as racetrack transforms for historic ballgame

NASCAR driver Ricky Stenhouse Jr. encourages the Cincinnati Reds and Atlanta Braves to learn about Bristol Motor Speedway before the MLB Speedway Classic on August 2.

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Judge orders NASCAR teams to turn over financial data to stock car series, limits details

Read full article: Judge orders NASCAR teams to turn over financial data to stock car series, limits details

A federal judge has ordered a dozen NASCAR teams to provide 11 years of financial data to the stock car series as part of an ongoing legal fight but sharply limited what they need to share.

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NASCAR teams fear 'catastrophic' impact of disclosing financial records during court fight

Read full article: NASCAR teams fear 'catastrophic' impact of disclosing financial records during court fight

Attorneys for 12 of NASCARโ€™s 15 race teams told a federal judge that disclosing their financial records to the stock car series would be โ€œcatastrophicโ€ to competitive balance.

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NASCAR set for summer stretch March Madness style. Will new tournament end summer schedule malaise?

Read full article: NASCAR set for summer stretch March Madness style. Will new tournament end summer schedule malaise?

Following the lead of the NBA, the NASCAR Cup series is planning a five-race, bracket-style tournament that will begin with a night event this weekend in Atlanta.

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Federal judge calls on NASCAR, teams to settle bitter antitrust battle

Read full article: Federal judge calls on NASCAR, teams to settle bitter antitrust battle

A federal judge is urging NASCAR and two of its teams to settle their increasingly acrimonious legal fight that spilled over into tense arguments during a hearing this week.

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Van Gisbergen's emotional win in Mexico City locks him into NASCAR playoffs

Read full article: Van Gisbergen's emotional win in Mexico City locks him into NASCAR playoffs

Shane Van Gisbergen once again mastered a new track.

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NASCAR's first Cup Series race outside US hits travel snags to Mexico City

Read full article: NASCAR's first Cup Series race outside US hits travel snags to Mexico City

NASCARโ€™s first Cup Series race outside the United States was off to a bumpy start with several teams yet to arrive in Mexico City because of travel issues in North Carolina.

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NASCAR's Mexico City race: Daniel Suarez balances racing at home with uncertainty over contract

Read full article: NASCAR's Mexico City race: Daniel Suarez balances racing at home with uncertainty over contract

Daniel Suarez has become the unofficial tour guide for all things Mexico City as NASCAR prepares to race internationally this Sunday for the first international points-paying Cup Series event of the modern era.

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Denny Hamlin wins at Michigan for his 3rd NASCAR Cup Series victory of the season

Read full article: Denny Hamlin wins at Michigan for his 3rd NASCAR Cup Series victory of the season

Denny Hamlin outlasted the competition at Michigan, winning his third NASCAR Cup Series race this season and the 57th of his career.

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Hamlin undeterred by ruling siding with NASCAR in lawsuit filed by Jordan-owned 23XI and Front Row

Read full article: Hamlin undeterred by ruling siding with NASCAR in lawsuit filed by Jordan-owned 23XI and Front Row

Denny Hamlin says he is unfazed that a three-judge federal appellate panel vacated an injunction that required NASCAR to recognize 23XI, which he owns with Michael Jordan, and Front Row as chartered teams as part of an antitrust lawsuit.

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Federal judges rule in favor of NASCAR in lawsuit filed by Jordan-owned 23XI and Front Row

Read full article: Federal judges rule in favor of NASCAR in lawsuit filed by Jordan-owned 23XI and Front Row

A three-judge federal appellate panel has ruled in favor of NASCAR in the antitrust lawsuit filed by two teams, one owned by Michael Jordan.

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NASCAR's new $1M In-season Challenge starts with drivers focused more on winning races

Read full article: NASCAR's new $1M In-season Challenge starts with drivers focused more on winning races

Bubba Wallace sees NASCAR as having all the momentum possible right now with different media partners.

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Trackhouse Racing looks to bridge gap with big race teams. It took a big step with Coca-Cola 600 win

Read full article: Trackhouse Racing looks to bridge gap with big race teams. It took a big step with Coca-Cola 600 win

Trackhouse Racing has won nine Cup Series races since opening in 2021.

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Doubling down: Kyle Larson preps to run Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 after last year's washout

Read full article: Doubling down: Kyle Larson preps to run Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 after last year's washout

Kyle Larson is doubling down on โ€œThe Double.โ€.

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As Kyle Larson aims for 'the Double,' other IndyCar and NASCAR drivers ponder motorsports marathon

Read full article: As Kyle Larson aims for 'the Double,' other IndyCar and NASCAR drivers ponder motorsports marathon

Kyle Larson will take another crack at โ€œthe Doubleโ€ on Sunday by trying to complete every lap of the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day.

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2-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch to return to Richard Childress Racing for 2026 season

Read full article: 2-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch to return to Richard Childress Racing for 2026 season

Richard Childress Racing has picked up the option on Kyle Buschโ€™s contract, meaning the two-time Cup Series champion will be back with the team for the 2026 season.

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Carl Edwards hoping NASCAR fans make the move to Prime Video for the next 5 races

Read full article: Carl Edwards hoping NASCAR fans make the move to Prime Video for the next 5 races

Prime Videoโ€™s first race on Sunday is the Coca-Cola 600.

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IndyCar exploring independent governing body that doesn't include Penske employees

Read full article: IndyCar exploring independent governing body that doesn't include Penske employees

IndyCar is exploring the creation of an independent governing body absent of any Roger Penske employees in the wake of the Team Penske cheating scandal ahead of the Indianapolis 500.

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Drivers say North Wilkesboro Speedway deserves Cup points race after All-Star Race success

Read full article: Drivers say North Wilkesboro Speedway deserves Cup points race after All-Star Race success

In its third edition as host of the $1 million exhibition event, North Wilkesboro Speedway produced All-Star Race records for lead changes (18) and green-flag passes for the lead (59) as its remarkable rebirth continued from a dilapidated and rotting hulk just three years ago.

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Rain delays opening day for Indianapolis 500 as Kanaan awaits approval to be Larson's replacement

Read full article: Rain delays opening day for Indianapolis 500 as Kanaan awaits approval to be Larson's replacement

The first day of practice for the 109th Indianapolis 500 has been delayed by rain, causing a disruption to Tuesdayโ€™s schedule at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

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Judges indicate they may throw out order allowing 23XI, Front Row to race as NASCAR chartered teams

Read full article: Judges indicate they may throw out order allowing 23XI, Front Row to race as NASCAR chartered teams

A three-judge federal appellate panel indicated it they might overturn an injunction that allows 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports to race as chartered teams in NASCAR this season while the two teams sue the stock car series over alleged antitrust violations.

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NASCAR championship weekend goes to Homestead in 2026, starting a rotating formula

Read full article: NASCAR championship weekend goes to Homestead in 2026, starting a rotating formula

NASCARโ€™s championship weekend will return to Homestead-Miami Speedway next year, marking the first time since 2019 that the title-winners will be crowned at the South Florida track.

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Kyle Busch was once kicked out of a track for being too young. Now the NASCAR champ turns 40

Read full article: Kyle Busch was once kicked out of a track for being too young. Now the NASCAR champ turns 40

Kyle Busch was hyped for NASCAR greatness long before he was a teenager by his Hall of Fame nominee brother, who vowed โ€œif you think Iโ€™m good, wait until you see my little brother.โ€.

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Kurt Busch, Randy LaJoie join list of nominees for NASCAR Hall of Fame

Read full article: Kurt Busch, Randy LaJoie join list of nominees for NASCAR Hall of Fame

Jake Elder returns to Pioneer ballot.

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Kyle Larson and Denny Hamlin renew rivalry at Bristol with their seventh 1-2 finish

Read full article: Kyle Larson and Denny Hamlin renew rivalry at Bristol with their seventh 1-2 finish

Kyle Larson fended off several challenges for the lead by Denny Hamlin as they ran in the top two positions for 251 of 500 laps at Bristol Motor Speedway.

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. shifts gears with his No. 8 logo to avoid potential conflict with Lamar Jackson

Read full article: Dale Earnhardt Jr. shifts gears with his No. 8 logo to avoid potential conflict with Lamar Jackson

NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr. is shifting gears with his No. 8 merchandising.

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Denny Hamlin reveled in his zest for trash talk after ending a long winless drought at Martinsville

Read full article: Denny Hamlin reveled in his zest for trash talk after ending a long winless drought at Martinsville

To a familiar mixture of cheers and boos, Denny Hamlin climbed onto his No_ 11 Toyotaโ€™s doorsill and unfurled a blue flag emblazoned with โ€œ11 Against The World.โ€.

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Denny Hamlin ends 10-year win drought at Martinsville Speedway

Read full article: Denny Hamlin ends 10-year win drought at Martinsville Speedway

Denny Hamlin ended an agonizing 10-year winless streak at Martinsville Speedway, holding off teammate Christopher Bell in his home state to secure a spot in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs. The Joe Gibbs Racing star, from the Richmond suburb of Chesterfield, leads active Cup drivers with six victories at Martinsville. But Sunday was his first on the 0.526-mile oval since March 29, 2015. Hamlin was a frequent contender during his 19-race drought at Martinsville, posting 10 top fives and leading 226 laps. Bell, who leads the Cup Series with three wins this season, was second, followed by Bubba Wallace, Chase Elliott and Kyle Larson. With the 55th victory of his career, Hamlin also snapped a 31-race winless streak since last April at Dover.

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Bell wins pole award at Martinsville; Wood Bros. return for special weekend

Read full article: Bell wins pole award at Martinsville; Wood Bros. return for special weekend

Christopher Bell grabbed his first ever pole award at Martinsville Speedway for the Cook Out 400.

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Martinsville Speedway welcomes hundreds of campers for race weekend

Read full article: Martinsville Speedway welcomes hundreds of campers for race weekend

Race weekend has arrived, and the excitement is palpable as NASCAR fans flock to Martinsville for days filled with racing, tailgating, and cherished traditions. People from all over are making their way to this iconic venue.

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VDOT gives recommended traffic patterns for those heading to Martinsville Speedway this weekend

Read full article: VDOT gives recommended traffic patterns for those heading to Martinsville Speedway this weekend

The Virginia Department of Transportation has given numerous recommendations for race fans who are driving to Martinsville Speedway from March 28 to March 30.

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God's Pit Crew and Martinsville Speedway team up to distribute free food boxes

Read full article: God's Pit Crew and Martinsville Speedway team up to distribute free food boxes

Racing to make a difference, Godโ€™s Pit Crew and Martinsville Speedway have teamed up to distribute free food boxes to families in need.

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23XI and Front Row call NASCAR countersuit on antitrust claims an "act of desperation"

Read full article: 23XI and Front Row call NASCAR countersuit on antitrust claims an "act of desperation"

The two teams suing NASCAR over antitrust allegations said Wednesday in a filing that a countersuit against 23XI Racing, Front Row Motorsports and Michael Jordanโ€™s manager is โ€œan act of desperationโ€ and asked that it be dismissed.

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Godโ€™s Pit Crew to distribute 1,000 food boxes at Martinsville Speedway on Wednesday

Read full article: Godโ€™s Pit Crew to distribute 1,000 food boxes at Martinsville Speedway on Wednesday

Godโ€™s Pit Crew is racing against hunger as it works to lend a helping hand to those in need in Southside and beyond.

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Christopher Bell and Clay Campbell join Brooke and Eric on Foul Check

Read full article: Christopher Bell and Clay Campbell join Brooke and Eric on Foul Check

Christopher Bell and Clay Campbell join Brooke and Eric on Foul Check

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Josh Berry races to 1st Cup Series victory, gives Wood Brothers 101st win with Las Vegas score

Read full article: Josh Berry races to 1st Cup Series victory, gives Wood Brothers 101st win with Las Vegas score

Josh Berry raced to the first Cup Series victory of his career, taking NASCARโ€™s oldest team to victory lane Sunday at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

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Chase Briscoe wins appeal over modified spoiler during Daytona 500 pole-winning run

Read full article: Chase Briscoe wins appeal over modified spoiler during Daytona 500 pole-winning run

Chase Briscoe and Joe Gibbs Racing won their appeal when the National Motorsports Appeals Panel said his Toyota did not have an illegally modified spoiler when he won the Daytona 500 pole.

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NASCAR countersues 23XI and Front Row, as well as Michael Jordan's manager, in dispute over charters

Read full article: NASCAR countersues 23XI and Front Row, as well as Michael Jordan's manager, in dispute over charters

NASCAR has filed a counterclaim against Michael Jordan-owned 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports alleging they โ€œwillfullyโ€ violated antitrust laws in connection with the most recent charter agreements.

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Bell makes late charge for lead and holds off Byron at COTA for 2nd straight NASCAR victory

Read full article: Bell makes late charge for lead and holds off Byron at COTA for 2nd straight NASCAR victory

Christopher Bell passed Kyle Busch with five laps to go, then held off Daytona 500 winner William Byron to win NASCARโ€™s first road course race of the season at the Circuit of the Americas.

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NASCAR stars enjoy immersive Mexico City visit ahead of first international Cup Series race

Read full article: NASCAR stars enjoy immersive Mexico City visit ahead of first international Cup Series race

Daniel Suarez led a quartet of NASCAR stars through the streets of Mexico City in search of a nightcap following a full day of showcasing his native country to his fellow competitors.

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Briscoe tries to move past devastating penalties and Blaney to start on pole in NASCAR Atlanta race

Read full article: Briscoe tries to move past devastating penalties and Blaney to start on pole in NASCAR Atlanta race

A massive fine left Chase Briscoe facing a huge points deficit heading into Sundayโ€™s NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

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NASCAR deals Daytona 500 pole winner massive fine for 2nd consecutive year

Read full article: NASCAR deals Daytona 500 pole winner massive fine for 2nd consecutive year

Daytona 500 pole-winner Chase Briscoe was dealt a major penalty Wednesday when NASCAR said Joe Gibbs Racing had a modified spoiler on the No. 19 Toyota in time trials.

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NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon ready to partner with Tom Cruise on 'Days of Thunder' sequel

Read full article: NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon ready to partner with Tom Cruise on 'Days of Thunder' sequel

NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon wants a โ€œDays of Thunderโ€ sequel and said at Daytona International Speedway that heโ€™s been in touch with Tom Cruise about making the project come to life.

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Hamlin expected a late caution would give him a 4th Daytona 500 win. NASCAR never threw the yellow

Read full article: Hamlin expected a late caution would give him a 4th Daytona 500 win. NASCAR never threw the yellow

Denny Hamlin surged into the lead on the final lap of the Daytona 500 and thought he had a fourth victory in โ€œThe Great American Raceโ€ within his reach Sunday night.

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William Byron avoids late wrecks to win 2nd straight Daytona 500 for Hendrick Motorsports

Read full article: William Byron avoids late wrecks to win 2nd straight Daytona 500 for Hendrick Motorsports

William Byron raced to his second straight Daytona 500 victory, dodging a string of late-race wrecks that knocked out a chunk of contenders and sent the Hendrick Motorsports driver into victory lane Sunday night at Daytona International Speedway.

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Daytona 500 stopped by rain after 11 laps with Trump on hand for NASCAR's biggest race

Read full article: Daytona 500 stopped by rain after 11 laps with Trump on hand for NASCAR's biggest race

Rain has stopped the Daytona 500 on Sunday after 11 laps, not long after President Donald Trump in his heavily armored presidential limousine known in Washington as โ€œThe Beastโ€ led the drivers on two laps around the track.

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NASCAR disqualifies Kligerman for too-low truck after flag-planting win at Daytona. He is appealing

Read full article: NASCAR disqualifies Kligerman for too-low truck after flag-planting win at Daytona. He is appealing

Full-time television analyst and part-time NASCAR driver Parker Kligerman says he will appeal his disqualification that cost him the Truck Series win at Daytona.

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NASCAR star Kyle Larson is on a tear in 2025. Can he keep it going with a Daytona 500 win?

Read full article: NASCAR star Kyle Larson is on a tear in 2025. Can he keep it going with a Daytona 500 win?

Kyle Larson will try to snap a 0-for-11 skid in the Daytona 500, and The Associated Press will be embedded with his No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports team.

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Truex welcomes another shot at the Daytona 500, this one in the No. 56 his late father drove

Read full article: Truex welcomes another shot at the Daytona 500, this one in the No. 56 his late father drove

Martin Truex Jr. is trying to win the Daytona 500 in his 22nd attempt.

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It's goin' down! Rapper Pitbull severs partnership with NASCAR team Trackhouse Racing

Read full article: It's goin' down! Rapper Pitbull severs partnership with NASCAR team Trackhouse Racing

Pitbull has ended his partnership with NASCAR team Trackhouse Racing.

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Here's a crash course โ€” a cheat sheet, really โ€” for the 67th running of the Daytona 500

Read full article: Here's a crash course โ€” a cheat sheet, really โ€” for the 67th running of the Daytona 500

Welcome to the Daytona 500.

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Trump orders US to ditch the penny. What's its connection to NASCAR's most impactful Daytona 500?

Read full article: Trump orders US to ditch the penny. What's its connection to NASCAR's most impactful Daytona 500?

Cease production of the penny, let collectorโ€™s gobble up whatโ€™s left of the 1 cent coin, and there will still be one eternally glued to Dale Earnhardtโ€™s old Chevrolet, the luckiest piece of loose change in NASCAR history.

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Oh, baby! Bubba Wallace celebrates his 1st win at Daytona with his newborn son and a new outlook

Read full article: Oh, baby! Bubba Wallace celebrates his 1st win at Daytona with his newborn son and a new outlook

Bubba Wallace won the first of two qualifying races for the Daytona 500.

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Castroneves to use "world-class driver" provisional to race in Daytona 500 after qualifying crash

Read full article: Castroneves to use "world-class driver" provisional to race in Daytona 500 after qualifying crash

Four-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves will race in the Daytona 500 as a special 41st driver under a new rule that allows for a โ€œworld-class driverโ€ to receive a provisional spot.

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What's the difference between racing Indy 500 and Daytona 500? Drivers who have tried both explain

Read full article: What's the difference between racing Indy 500 and Daytona 500? Drivers who have tried both explain

They are the signature spectacles in each racing series, the Indianapolis 500 and all its pageantry with more than a century of tradition and milk drinking in open wheel racing, and the Daytona 500, NASCARโ€™s season opener run under the Florida sun at the unofficial home of the โ€œbirthplace of speed.โ€.

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Jimmie Johnson scuffled in his first 2 years as NASCAR team owner. Can he make Legacy a winner?

Read full article: Jimmie Johnson scuffled in his first 2 years as NASCAR team owner. Can he make Legacy a winner?

Jimmie Johnson has finally scaled back on his racing career to focus on ownership duties at his NASCAR team.

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Briscoe gives Toyota its first Daytona 500 pole as Johnson and Truex also lock into NASCAR opener

Read full article: Briscoe gives Toyota its first Daytona 500 pole as Johnson and Truex also lock into NASCAR opener

Chase Briscoe led a banner night for Toyota in qualifying for the Daytona 500 by winning the pole for NASCARโ€™s โ€œGreat American Race.โ€.

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NASCAR files appeal against 23XI and Front Row just 1 hour before Daytona 500 qualifying begins

Read full article: NASCAR files appeal against 23XI and Front Row just 1 hour before Daytona 500 qualifying begins

NASCAR has filed a 68-page appeal roughly one hour before the start of Daytona 500 qualifying that argues a federal judge erred in recognizing 23XI Motorsports and Front Row Motorsports as chartered teams for 2025 as the two organizations sue over antitrust claims.

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NASCAR's lone Black Cup driver Bubba Wallace 'couldn't care less' if Trump attends Daytona 500

Read full article: NASCAR's lone Black Cup driver Bubba Wallace 'couldn't care less' if Trump attends Daytona 500

Bubba Wallace said he โ€œcouldnโ€™t care lessโ€ if Donald Trump attends the Daytona 500 on Sunday, nearly five years after the president accused the NASCAR Cup Seriesโ€™ only Black full-time driver of perpetrating โ€œa hoaxโ€ when a crew member found a noose in the team garage stall.

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Denny Hamlin leads fast group of Toyotas in NASCAR's opening practice for the Daytona 500

Read full article: Denny Hamlin leads fast group of Toyotas in NASCAR's opening practice for the Daytona 500

Denny Hamlin led a trio of Toyota drivers โ€” the manufacturer claimed five of the top six spots โ€” in the opening practice for the Daytona 500.

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NASCAR drivers divided on new rule that could guarantee Helio Castroneves a spot in the Daytona 500

Read full article: NASCAR drivers divided on new rule that could guarantee Helio Castroneves a spot in the Daytona 500

A controversial new NASCAR rule designed for โ€œworld-class driversโ€ could give Helio Castroneves an automatic berth into the Daytona 500.

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NASCAR's new 'world-class driver' rule makes Daytona 500 qualifying more complicated than ever

Read full article: NASCAR's new 'world-class driver' rule makes Daytona 500 qualifying more complicated than ever

The Daytona 500 has NASCARโ€™s most unusual โ€” and complicated โ€” qualifying format.

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Edwards and Rudd walked away from NASCAR and never looked back. Their reunion is at the Hall of Fame

Read full article: Edwards and Rudd walked away from NASCAR and never looked back. Their reunion is at the Hall of Fame

Carl Edwards and Ricky Rudd had very little overlap in their respective NASCAR careers.

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Wendell Scott: First African American driver to win a NASCAR race

Read full article: Wendell Scott: First African American driver to win a NASCAR race

Wendell Scott was a trailblazer on the track, racing against the odds and paving the way for positive change in NASCAR.

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NASCAR's Tyler Reddick focuses on Daytona and hopes team's legal battle lands in rear-view mirror

Read full article: NASCAR's Tyler Reddick focuses on Daytona and hopes team's legal battle lands in rear-view mirror

Tyler Reddick would welcome a quiet offseason.

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Chase Elliott wins Clash at Bowman Gray and sets sights on following it with Daytona 500 victory

Read full article: Chase Elliott wins Clash at Bowman Gray and sets sights on following it with Daytona 500 victory

NASCAR returned to its roots with a fight-free preseason exhibition at Bowman Gray Stadium and a popular victory with Chase Elliott winning The Clash on Sunday night.

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NASCAR champion Joey Logano tunes out critics and insists playoff format is 'very entertaining'

Read full article: NASCAR champion Joey Logano tunes out critics and insists playoff format is 'very entertaining'

NASCAR driver Joey Logano has found a way to tune out months of criticism surrounding his third championship.

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LaJoie to run limited schedule with RWR and be analyst for Prime Video's portion of NASCAR schedule

Read full article: LaJoie to run limited schedule with RWR and be analyst for Prime Video's portion of NASCAR schedule

NASCAR driver Corey LaJoie will run a limited Cup Series schedule with Rick Ware Racing this year and also be an analyst for Amazon Prime Videoโ€™s portion of the Cup Series schedule.

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