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Denny Hamlin's Pick For Best NASCAR Cup Driver Is Not Who You'd Expect

9+ hour, 47+ min ago  (525+ words) Denny Hamlin made a case for who he believes is currently the best driver in the NASCAR Cup Series. But it is not who you would expect the driver of the No. 11 to choose. Hamlin is the co-owner for 23 XI…...

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NASCAR: Bristol Motor Speedway Post-Inspection Reveal Brings Final Clarity After Late Check

2+ day, 19+ hour ago  (501+ words) The NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway ended with a clear result after post-race inspection. At NASCAR Bristol Motor Speedway, officials completed checks and confirmed the finishing order without changes. Connor Zilisch is the official winner…...

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NASCAR Brings Back Key Tire Setup at Kansas " And It Could Change Sunday's Race

9+ hour, 30+ min ago  (498+ words) A familiar tire setup is returning to Kansas Speedway this weekend " and it could play a major role in how Sunday's race unfolds. NASCAR will use a previously run Goodyear right-side tire combination for both the Cup Series and Xfinity…...

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Chris Gabehart Responds to JGR Accusations, Denies Bristol Misconduct in New Statement

9+ hour, 22+ min ago  (343+ words) Joe Gibbs Racing's legal dispute with former competition director Chris Gabehart took another turn this week, as Gabehart issued a detailed response to allegations tied to NASCAR's Bristol race weekend. In filings first reported by Motorsport. com's Matt Weaver, Joe…...

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NASCAR Cup Series: Denny Hamlin Raises Concerns Over Connor Zilisch's Early Struggles

9+ hour, 29+ min ago  (398+ words) Denny Hamlin addressed Connor Zilisch's early-season struggles with a clear message shaped by his experience in the NASCAR Cup Series. The rookie entered the year with strong expectations after his 2025 campaign, but his first eight races in the NASCAR Cup…...

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NASCAR President Steve O'Donnell Reveals Tense Near-Blows Confrontation with Kevin Harvick at Drivers' Meeting

9+ hour, 59+ min ago  (550+ words) NASCAR President Steve O'Donnell has revealed a tense moment with Hall of Famer Kevin Harvick that nearly turned physical during a driver's meeting. He shared the details during an appearance on the Door Bumper Clear podcast, hosted by Freddie Kraft....

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NASCAR Cup Series Pressure Builds on Connor Zilisch Despite Bristol Motor Speedway Result

10+ hour, 34+ min ago  (481+ words) Connor Zilisch delivered a strong result at Bristol Motor Speedway on April 11, winning the Suburban Propane 300 in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series. The race came at a key point in his NASCAR Cup Series campaign. Zilisch has been adapting…...

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NASCAR Truck Race at Bristol Stacked with Cup Series Stars

1+ week, 11+ hour ago  (533+ words) Anytime a NASCAR Cup Series driver competes in a CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race, it adds some excitement. In this Friday's Truck race at the Bristol Motor Speedway, the field is stacked with a number of Cup regulars. The Tennessee Army…...

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Michael Jordan Says He Was "All In" on NASCAR Lawsuit

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (526+ words) Michael Jordan approached his legal fight with NASCAR the same way he approached competition throughout his career. Speaking during an interview with Gayle King on "CBS Mornings," Jordan outlined why he backed a lawsuit challenging NASCAR's business structure and what…...

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Denny Hamlin Signals 2027 as Likely Final NASCAR Cup Season

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (537+ words) Denny Hamlin has given Joe Gibbs Racing a clear signal about his future. With the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series season now expected to be his last. The 45-year-old driver shared his plans in a recent interview as he continues to compete…...