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CUP Series, NASCAR

Blaney Triumphs at Inaugural Iowa Cup Race, Completes Triple Crown

Ryan Blaney made history on Sunday night at the Iowa Speedway, winning the inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race at the 0.875-mile track and completing a rare feat in the process. The reigning Cup Series champion led 201 of the 350 laps in the Iowa Corn 350, securing his first victory of the 2024 season and the 11th of his career. With this win, Blaney became … Continue reading Blaney Triumphs at Inaugural Iowa Cup Race, Completes Triple Crown

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CUP Series, NASCAR, Xfinity Series

NASCAR Weekend Preview: New Challenges Await at Iowa Speedway

This weekend, NASCAR makes its debut at Iowa Speedway, bringing both the Xfinity and Cup Series to the challenging short track. Justin Allgaier and Denny Hamlin are favored picks for the races, with drivers like Christopher Bell and experienced newcomers facing new challenges on the repaved surface. Playoff implications add to the excitement. Continue reading NASCAR Weekend Preview: New Challenges Await at Iowa Speedway

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CUP Series, NASCAR

Martin Truex Jr. to Retire from NASCAR Cup Series After 2024

After nearly two successful decades in NASCAR, Martin Truex Jr. will retire as a full-time Cup Series driver after the 2024 season. The 2017 champion has amassed 34 victories and plans to announce his retirement at Iowa Speedway. His exit will open up a coveted spot at Joe Gibbs Racing for 2025. Continue reading Martin Truex Jr. to Retire from NASCAR Cup Series After 2024

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CUP Series, NASCAR

NASCAR Silly Season Rumor Mill: Noah Gragson and Bass Pro Shops Linked to RCR?

NASCAR rumor suggests Noah Gragson and Bass Pro Shops may join Richard Childress Racing in 2025 with a third Cup Series charter. Gragson, a sought-after free agent, is currently with SHR, which is shutting down in 2024. RCR may acquire a charter from SHR, and Martin Truex Jr.’s status could also impact the potential move. Continue reading NASCAR Silly Season Rumor Mill: Noah Gragson and Bass Pro Shops Linked to RCR?

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Nascar Heads to Sonoma for Road Course Action

The NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series are heading to Sonoma Raceway in California’s wine country. The Zip Buy Now, Pay Later 250 kicks things off on Saturday, while the Toyota/Save Mart 350 takes place on Sunday. Australian Supercars drivers and road course specialists add excitement to the races on the hilly circuit. Continue reading Nascar Heads to Sonoma for Road Course Action

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CUP Series, NASCAR

Cindric Steals Illinois Win After Blaney Runs Out of Fuel

Surprise and elation were the watchwords for Team Penske’s Austin Cindric, who inherited the lead and won Sunday’s Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway when teammate and reigning NASCAR Cup Series champion Ryan Blaney ran out of fuel on the next-to-last lap.
Cindric, who had been running second to Blaney, charged past his teammate at the start/finish line and completed the final lap under green to earn his first Cup win since his rookie season Daytona 500 triumph in 2022 – snapping an 85-race drought.
“This weekend was a great weekend for everybody involved,” Cindric said. “But, yeah, to have two cars in the fight, eventual 1-2. Heartbroken for those guys.” Continue reading Cindric Steals Illinois Win After Blaney Runs Out of Fuel

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Stewart-Haas Racing to Close NASCAR Teams After 2024 Season

Stewart-Haas Racing, the NASCAR team co-owned by Tony Stewart and Gene Haas, will cease operations in the Cup and Xfinity Series after the 2024 season, the owners announced Tuesday.
The decision brings an end to SHR’s 16-year run in NASCAR that has produced two Cup Series championships, over 100 race wins across all three national touring series, and success in the sport’s biggest events like the Daytona 500 and Brickyard 400.
“It is a decision that did not come easily, nor was it made quickly,” Stewart and Haas said in a statement. “Racing is a labor-intensive, humbling sport. It requires unwavering commitment and vast resources…we’ve reached a point in our respective personal and business lives where it’s time to pass the torch.”
Stewart, a NASCAR Hall of Famer and three-time Cup champion, joined Haas as a co-owner in 2009 after retiring as a driver from Joe Gibbs Racing. He delivered SHR’s first Cup win that season and the team’s first title in 2011. Kevin Harvick added a second championship in 2014. Continue reading Stewart-Haas Racing to Close NASCAR Teams After 2024 Season

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CUP Series, NASCAR

Christopher Bell Captures Rain-Shortened Coca-Cola 600

Christopher Bell won the rain-shortened Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, leading 90 laps and winning the second stage. The race was called official on lap 249 due to heavy rain. Brad Keselowski finished second, and William Byron came in third. Bell expressed satisfaction with the team’s effort and hoped to build on the momentum. Continue reading Christopher Bell Captures Rain-Shortened Coca-Cola 600

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Craftsman Truck Series, CUP Series, NASCAR, Xfinity Series

Playoff Dreams Take Center Stage in NASCAR’s Memorial Day Weekend: Charlotte Weekend Preview

The NASCAR Cup Series regular season is at its midpoint with 8 playoff spots remaining. Drivers need wins or points to secure a spot. The Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway is a wildcard race. The Xfinity Series at the same venue showcases a mix of regulars and Cup drivers competing for victory. The Craftsman Truck Series is also heating up towards the playoffs with 6 spots left. Continue reading Playoff Dreams Take Center Stage in NASCAR’s Memorial Day Weekend: Charlotte Weekend Preview

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