5 Points to Ponder: Can NASCAR & Hollywood Mix in L.A.?
1. NASCAR Racing in L.A. Coliseum? A Hollywood affair? The NASCAR world was caught by surprise with Monday’s (Sept. 6) Labor Day bombshell in The Athletic about …
Cup Series
Zach’s Turn: Ross Chastain Storms Forward Without Playoff Pressure
As his tenure with Chip Ganassi Racing nears its checkered flag, Ross Chastain has no pressure.
There are no playoff expectations since his No. 42 team didn’t qualify for the postseason. There is no need to audition for a new ride, since he’s already confirmed to join Trackhouse Racing in 2022 as the driver of the team’s new No. 1 car. All there is to do is go out and try to wind up in victory lane.
Couch Potato Tuesday: Darlington Brings a Somewhat Normal Cup Broadcast With Extras
Darlington Raceway is always an interesting place to watch a NASCAR Cup Series race. Yes, the 2021 Cook Out Southern 500 took over four hours …
NASCAR Stat Sheet: Denny Hamlin Delivers Darlington Victory
Darlington Raceway has always been unique. From its humble beginnings, way back in 1950, it had a unique length (1.366 miles) and egg-like shape all …
The Big 6: Questions Answered After the 2021 Cook Out Southern 500
Who… should you be talking about after the Cook Out Southern 500? With the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series season winding down, many wondered if we …
Thinkin’ Out Loud: 2021 Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington
What happened? Denny Hamlin won the Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington on Sunday night (Sept. 5) after narrowly holding off Kyle Larson in the …
The Underdog House: Ryan Preece Begins 2022 Audition at the Lady in Black
Top Dog: Ryan Preece What’s the best medicine when you find out you will be job searching for 2022? Most drivers would tell you that …
Hendrick Motorsports Battered & Beaten at Darlington
The 2021 NASCAR Cup Series regular season was dominated by Hendrick Motorsports, providing plenty of momentum heading into Sunday night’s (Sept. 5) playoff opener at Darlington Raceway.
But whatever momentum they carried into the postseason was largely wiped away over the course of 500 miles at The Lady in Black — at least for three of the organization’s four drivers.
Up to Speed: Remembering Harry Gant’s “Mr. September” Winning Streak
Visits to Darlington Raceway always recall memories of NASCAR legends. After 70 years, the Lady in Black has provided some of their greatest moments, superstars …
Denny Hamlin Emerges From Darlington Chaos to Score 1st Win of Season
More than four hours after the green flag dropped on the Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway, Denny Hamlin emerged the winner amid from what was …