NASCAR has approved a waiver for Kyle Larson to remain eligible for the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs despite missing the Coca-Cola 600 due to his attempt to run both it and the Indianapolis 500 on the same day. Larson, currently second in the standings, seeks his third points victory of the season at Sonoma Raceway. Continue reading NASCAR Grants Larson Playoff Waiver After Indy 500 Double Attempt
Scott Dixon and Honda showed they are ready to contend for victory in the 108th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge by leading the way in the final practice session on Carb Day at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Six-time IndyCar champion Dixon topped the speed charts with a lap of 227.206 mph in the No. 9 PNC Bank Chip Ganassi Racing Honda. It marked the ninth time in the last 10 years that the 2008 Indy 500 winner ended up among the top four on the practice speed charts heading into race day.
While Chevrolet drivers swept the top eight starting spots in last weekend’s qualifying, including a Team Penske lockout of the front row, it was Honda’s turn to shine on Carb Day. Honda-powered cars claimed seven of the top 10 speeds in the final two-hour practice, signaling they may have closed the gap for Sunday’s 200-lap race. Continue reading Dixon Leads Honda Resurgence in Indy 500 Final Practice
Team Penske asserted its dominance on the opening day of qualifying for the 108th Indianapolis 500, sweeping the top three positions among the drivers who advanced to Sunday’s battle for the NTT P1 Award pole position.
Will Power led the Penske charge by posting the fastest four-lap average of 233.758 mph in his No. 12 Verizon Chevrolet. Reigning Indianapolis 500 winner Josef Newgarden was second at 233.332 mph, followed by Scott McLaughlin’s 233.293 mph in the No. 3 Pennzoil entry.
If the Penske trio can hold onto the top three spots after Sunday’s qualifying, it will mark just the second time in Indianapolis 500 history that one team has swept the front row. Penske previously accomplished the feat in 1988.
“It was a good, smooth run,” Power said. “We would have liked to have run in the heat, but (team owner) Roger (Penske) didn’t want us to go out. I think (Alexander) Rossi is the one who could break up the all-Penske front row, but I think one of us (Penske) will get the pole.” Continue reading Team Penske Flexes Muscle in Indy 500 Qualifying Day 1
NASCAR made history at Kansas Speedway as Kyle Larson won by just 0.001 seconds in the closest finish ever, surpassing the previous record set in 2003. The dramatic race also showcased intense competition and a notable performance by Chris Buescher. Despite dominant teams, the spotlight was on Larson and Buescher’s unforgettable showdown. Continue reading History Made with Closest Finish Ever at Kansas
Denny Hamlin won the Würth 400 at Dover Motor Speedway, marking his third victory of the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season. He led 136 laps and tied with Lee Petty for 12th on the all-time wins list. Kyle Larson finished second, followed by Martin Truex Jr., Kyle Busch, and Chase Elliott. Next race: AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway. Continue reading Denny Hamlin Victorious at Dover, Ties Lee Petty on All-Time Win List
Christian Rose’s journey from small-town West Virginia to professional racing has been shaped by his hard work ethic and childhood dreams of speed. Despite early success in college baseball, his passion for racing led him to pursue a career in motorsports. Representing his home state with pride, he aims to reach the NASCAR Cup Series, inspired by his idol Jeff Gordon’s influence and his strong support from West Virginia fans. Continue reading The Mountaineer with a Motor: Q&A with ARCA Points Leader Christian Rose
Chase Elliott claimed his first NASCAR Cup Series victory of the 2024 season in dramatic fashion, holding off the field in a thrilling double overtime finish in Sunday’s Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 400 at Texas Motor Speedway. The 2020 Cup champion and perennial Most Popular Driver earned his first win in 42 races dating back to October 2022 by surviving a wild closing stretch that included … Continue reading Chase Elliott Prevails in Dramatic Texas Overtime
Josef Newgarden led the Indianapolis 500 Open Test with a top speed of 228.811 mph. Kyle Larson, in his Indy 500 debut, was second fastest at 226.384 mph. Six-time INDYCAR champ Scott Dixon, reigning champ Alex Palou, and Colton Herta also performed well. The test continues Thursday, with the race set for May 26. Continue reading Josef Newgarden Picks Up Where He Left Off at Indy
This weekend, the NASCAR Cup, Xfinity, and CRAFTSMAN Truck Series will thrill fans at Martinsville Speedway. Denny Hamlin leads the Cup Series, while Chandler Smith aims for another win in the Xfinity Series. The Truck Series will feature the debut of Cam Waters and Matt Crafton’s 550th start. Exciting races await! Continue reading NASCAR Heads to Martinsville’s Paperclip for Action-Packed Weekend
Denny Hamlin’s No. 11 team’s lightning-fast pit stop propelled him to victory at the Toyota Owners 400 in Richmond. Despite leading just 17 laps, he held off Joey Logano in overtime. Teammate Martin Truex Jr. lost the lead due to a pivotal pit stop, while Kyle Larson and Bubba Wallace had late-race contact. Hamlin’s win maintains Joe Gibbs Racing’s strong start to 2024. Continue reading Denny Hamlin Seizes Victory at Home Track with Clutch Pit Stop
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