Racing Humility: William Byron’s Honest Admission After Chicago Cup Practice Mishap

In NASCAR Cup Series practice at Chicago, William Byron was showing promise by outpacing Shane van Gisbergen, setting the pace in the first practice group with a lap time of 1:31.008s, three tenths faster than SVG. However, he made a costly mistake when he lost control of his No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet entering Turn 10, damaging the car and starting from the rear of the field. Byron acknowledged his error, saying, “I’m an idiot,” while explaining his attempt to regain tire temperature after leaving pit road. Despite the setback,…

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Daniel Ricciardo faces engine failure, unable to even start at Chicago Speedway

Denny Hamlin’s practice session in Chicago was short-lived as his No. 11 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota experienced mechanical issues, forcing him to abort before even completing a flying lap. The car started smoking and leaking oil, ultimately leading to a spinout, causing internal damage that ended his practice prematurely. Hamlin expressed frustration, emphasizing the importance of control and preparation in racing, highlighting the setback caused by the mechanical failure on a track that requires extensive practice. This wasn’t the first time mechanical problems have haunted Hamlin in the 2025 season,…

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