Another thrilling NASCAR Cup race unfolded at Chicago, featuring non-stop action from start to finish. Shane van Gisbergen’s dominance throughout the weekend was somewhat expected, yet the race was still packed with captivating storylines. The event saw various winners and losers, making it impossible to highlight all in this short recap. Notable moments included Kyle Busch’s comeback from a lap down, Tyler Reddick’s late-race surge on fresh tires, and Denny Hamlin’s impressive drive from last to fourth after an engine setback. In the whirlwind of events, Ty Gibbs narrowly missed…
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Michael McDowell’s Valiant Battle Against SVG Thwarted By Throttle Issue
Shane van Gisbergen dominated on Sunday, but his closest competitor, Michael McDowell, faced mechanical issues that cost him a fair shot at victory. McDowell started strong, winning Stage 1 and leading with hopes of ending a winless streak. However, a stuck throttle forced him to give up the lead and finish disappointingly in 32nd place. Despite McDowell’s setback, van Gisbergen claimed the race win. McDowell expressed frustration over the mechanical failure but looks ahead to the upcoming race at Sonoma with optimism, where he finished second last year. Tovább a…
BővebbenHavoc on the Speedway: Chaos Erupts as Chicago NASCAR Cup Pile-Up Prompts Early Red Flag
Carson Hocevar qualified third for the NASCAR Cup race at the Chicago Street Course but slipped to seventh during the race. Early on, Hocevar hit the wall at Turn 10, causing a major crash that involved multiple cars like Brad Keselowski, Daniel Suarez, and Austin Dillon. The race had to be red-flagged for 16 minutes to clear the track. The crash also affected the in-season bracket challenge, impacting Hocevar’s matchup against Tyler Reddick. William Byron faced early pit issues despite avoiding the wreck, affecting his lead in the championship standings.…
BővebbenRevving Up Excitement: NASCAR Cup Series Takes On Nashville with Thrilling Action and Impressive Payouts
The NASCAR Cup Series Cracker Barrel 400 will be held at 7 p.m. ET on Sunday and William Byron leads the drivers’ standings with 499 points, followed by Kyle Larson with 470 points. The race at Nashville Superspeedway is scheduled for Sunday, June 1st at 7 p.m. ET. Viewers can watch the NASCAR Cup Series Cracker Barrel 400 on Prime, Max, PRN, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. The purse for the Cup Series race at Nashville Superspeedway will be $11,055,250, inclusive of various awards and contributions. Some recent news includes Kaulig…
BővebbenBriscoe Blitzes to Pole Position in Nashville as JGR Dominates Front Row
Chase Briscoe surprised everyone by setting the fastest lap time in qualifying at Nashville, beating Denny Hamlin by 0.049s. Briscoe expressed satisfaction with his performance and highlighted the importance of track position for the race. William Byron secured the third position, while Tyler Reddick and Ross Chastain followed closely behind in fourth and fifth place, respectively. The top ten included drivers like Brad Keselowski, Christopher Bell, and Joey Logano. However, A.J. Allmendinger faced inspection drama, leading to a 17th place qualification. Shane van Gisbergen achieved his best oval qualifying effort…
BővebbenFrom Underdog to Victory: Ross Chastain’s Epic Win at the Coca-Cola 600
Ross Chastain’s remarkable rise from 40th place in a backup car to Victory Lane during the 600-mile event showcased his perseverance and skill. He strategically advanced through the field, securing impressive positions in each stage of the race. Chastain’s victory, which was Trackhouse Racing’s first win of the 2025 season, was a sensational achievement in a backup car. Despite facing challenges like battling with Denny Hamlin and overtaking William Byron, Chastain’s determination shone through in the closing laps. William Byron, who led most of the race, ultimately finished second after…
BővebbenThrilling Victories and Rich Rewards: Brad Keselowski Claims Pole Position and McDowell’s Pit Crew Strikes it Rich in All-Star Race
Shane van Gisbergen surprisingly secured pole position for the Open race, and shortly after, 20 All-Stars vied for qualification in NASCAR’s annual exhibition race, facing a challenging two-lap format that encompassed a four-tire pit stop. Despite pit road mishaps by several drivers like Daniel Suarez, Ross Chastain, Chris Buescher, Austin Cindric, and Ryan Blaney, Brad Keselowski and the No. 6 RFK Racing team excelled, with Keselowski snagging pole position in a remarkable performance, marking a significant turnaround for him this season. Keselowski’s team effort and flawless execution were praised by…
BővebbenThe Kiwi King: Shane van Gisbergen Dominates to Claim Pole Position in NASCAR All-Star Open
Qualifying for the All-Star Race weekend in NASCAR is a unique process involving a pit stop in the middle of the second lap. The time it takes from start to finish of the run determines each driver’s qualifying time, with penalties for errors like loose wheels or speeding in the pit lane. The first drivers on track are from the All-Star Open race, with the top two finishers advancing to the main event, and a third joining through the Fan Vote. Shane van Gisbergen surprised by putting his No. 88…
BővebbenUnstoppable Spire Team Dominates Cup Series Practice at Phoenix Speedway
Spire Motorsports teammates Carson Hocevar and Michael McDowell set the pace for NASCAR Cup Series practice at Phoenix Raceway right at the start of the session, and no one could beat it. The two r…
BővebbenZilisch’s Cup Dreams Dashed at COTA: A Debut Cut Short
Connor Zilisch didn’t finish his NASCAR Cup Series debut on Sunday at Circuit of the Americas when teammate Daniel Suarez spun into his path early in the final stage and eliminated both. Zilisch be…
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