Couch Potato Tuesday: Was Gateway Decent? I’m Not Really Sure, & NBC Is Responsible
The broadcast of the Cup race at Gateway focused too much time on the playoff drivers.
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Waid’s World: How Bristol’s 1st Night Race Grew into Something Big, Popular
Bristol’s lights were first added in 1978, and the Night Race gradually transformed from another stop on the schedule into the giant it is today.
Up to Speed: Kyle Larson Has Bigger Concerns Than Ryan Blaney
Larson should worry more about recapturing his early-season momentum rather than any unlikely revenge from Ryan Blaney.
The Big 6: Questions Answered After Denny Hamlin Takes Win No. 59 in St. Louis
If you still have questions, then we have answers after the second race of the Cup Series playoffs Round of 16.
Thinkin’ Out Loud at Gateway: 2025 Might Be Denny Hamlin’s Year — No, Really
Something about the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season feels different with regard to the No. 11 team.
The Underdog House: Meet NASCAR’s Most Improved Driver — John Hunter Nemechek
The driver of the Legacy Motor Club No. 42 tallied his second straight top 10 at World Wide Technology Raceway.
Stock Car Scoop: Should Ryan Blaney Stay Mad at Kyle Larson?
Also, which playoff driver above the cut line should be the most worried going to Bristol Motor Speedway?
Monday Morning Pit Box: Alex Bowman Bitten by Pit Road Maladies in St. Louis
Tyler Reddick and Shane van Gisbergen also had pit road issues at Gateway.
Four Drivers Face Playoff Elimination After Disappointing Days at Gateway
Among the Cup field were four drivers that are facing elimination of this year’s postseason, and judging by their faces, you could tell which ones.