Racing Legend Kurt Busch Inducted into Prestigious 2026 NASCAR Hall of Fame Class

On Tuesday, the voting panel selected Kurt Busch and Harry Gant from the Modern Era Ballot and Ray Hendrick from the Pioneer Ballot for induction into the Hall of Fame. Busch and Gant both received 61% of the Modern Era ballot votes, while Hendrick secured 31% of the Pioneer ballot votes. Kurt Busch, a first-ballot nominee, is being honored for his impressive career that includes 34 Cup wins and victories in various series like Xfinity and Trucks. Harry Gant, the oldest NASCAR Cup Series race winner, achieved 18 Cup wins…

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Delving into the Unseen: Pato O’Ward’s Intriguing Perspective on Penske Cars

The IndyCar Series is facing controversy as Team Penske was found in violation of rules with modified rear attenuators on two cars during the Fast 12 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, resulting in Josef Newgarden and Will Power starting from the back of the field for the upcoming Indianapolis 500. McLaren driver Pato O’Ward criticized the decision, suggesting both cars should have been sent to the last-chance qualifier. O’Ward emphasized the importance of fair competition at the prestigious Indianapolis 500, stating it is crucial for all teams to compete on…

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How an F1 team lost a $300K diamond at the 2004 Monaco Grand Prix

In May 2004, Formula 1 showcased speed, opulence, and wealth in Monaco, with a $300,000 diamond adorning Jaguar’s car, setting the stage for a bizarre unsolved mystery. Jaguar Racing’s marketing stunt, tying in with Ocean’s Twelve movie, placed uninsured diamonds on the cars, attracting attention worth over $1M today. However, during the Monaco Grand Prix, rookie Christian Klien crashed his car, losing the diamond forever. The disappearance of the diamond sparked rumors and theories, with questions lingering on its fate, adding a dramatic twist to an already Hollywood-like plot. The…

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How retired F1 racer Rubens Barrichello is winning races at 52

Former Formula 1 driver Rubens Barrichello made a remarkable comeback by winning both races at the NASCAR Brazil Interlagos round last weekend, over 13 years after retiring from F1. Barrichello’s victory marked a return to the top spot at Interlagos, where he had not won since 1990. He expressed that his achievements in NASCAR Brazil prove that he still has more to offer despite opinions that he had already reached his peak in F1. At the age of 52, Barrichello’s success in NASCAR Brazil signals a turning point in his…

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