Dalton Hopkins began writing for Frontstretch in April 2021. Currently, he is the lead writer for the weekly Thinkin' Out Loud column, co-host of the Frontstretch Happy Hour podcast, and one of our lead reporters. Beforehand, he wrote for IMSA shortly after graduating from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 2019. Simultaneously, he also serves as a Captain in the US Army.
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Thinkin’ Out Loud: A Texas NASCAR Race Was Finally Interesting for All the Wrong Reasons
With a record 36 lead changes, Sunday was the best Texas Motor Speedway race in NASCAR history. In terms of everything else, it was probably the worst.
Ryan Blaney Crew Chief, Crew Members Suspended for Lost Wheel Penalty
Ryan Blaney’s crew chief and crew members will return at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
Thinkin’ Out Loud at Bristol: ‘Crappy Parts’ Have Affected NASCAR’s Playoff Outcome
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Brandon Jones Driving No. 9 for JRM in 2023
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No Matter the Team, Ryan Preece Is an ‘Old School’ Type of Racer
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Tanner Gray, Chase Purdy Teams Penalized for Loose Lug Nuts
Both drivers’ crew chiefs have been fined.