Day: May 19, 2025

Revving Up: NASCAR’s Elite Ready to Roll at the Full Field of 40 for the Coke 600

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NASCAR will see 40 entries for a Cup Series race for the first time since the season-opening Daytona 500, with four open entries joining the usual 36 charted teams for the Memorial Day Weekend race. Jimmie Johnson, a seven-time Cup Series champion and four-time Coke 600 winner, will make his 700th career start driving the No. 84 Legacy Motor Club Toyota as one of the open entries. Connor Zilisch will drive Trackhouse Racing’s fourth car, the No. 87 Chevrolet, for his second Cup Series start and first on an oval…

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IndyCar Chief Expresses Shock and Disappointment Over Qualifying Scandal’s Impact on Racing Icon Roger Penske

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On Monday morning, both Josef Newgarden and Will Power were sent to the rear of the field for the Indy 500 due to an illegal modification on their cars, leading to a $100,000 fine and suspension for their race strategists. Scott McLaughlin’s car, however, was not penalized despite being heavily damaged, as the rear attenuator was found to be in compliance with the rules. Jacob Abel, the only driver who failed to qualify for the race, will not be granted a spot in the field as IndyCar officials maintain that…

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Alex Palou Shines in Intense Indy 500 Drafting Practice; Rasmussen’s Mishap Raises Tension

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During the last two-hour session before Carb Day on Friday, all 33 teams fully utilized the opportunity for on-track practice. Alex Palou led the pack with a 226.765mph lap, followed by Helio Castroneves and Takuma Sato. The top Chevrolet was driven by Jack Harvey, with Ryan Hunter-Reay and Nolan Siegel close behind. The session saw some drama as Christian Rasmussen had an incident, and Robert Shwartzman faced challenges after earning pole position. Shwartzman had a lock-up and struggled in pit stops. Kyle Larson narrowly avoided disaster with a late move,…

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Racing Phenom Alex Palou Sets the Pace in Electric Indianapolis 500 Practice Session

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Racing Phenom Alex Palou Sets the Pace in Electric Indianapolis 500 Practice Session

Following an eventful qualifying weekend, the 33 qualified drivers returned to the track on Monday for a couple hours of practice in race trim. The track was busy from the drop of the green flag, as everyone looked to make near-final adjustments to their cars before the biggest race of the season. The fastest lap […]

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