The Underdog House: Road Warriors
Top of the Class Matt DiBenedetto might need a new nickname soon. “Guido” is fun and everyone loves “DiBurrito,” but “King of the Road” might …
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Friday Faceoff: Should Drivers Go Toe To Toe On Social Media?
For the second time in less than a year, Jimmie Johnson will have a new crew chief. Was the move necessary and will it help …
The Underdog House: A Different (Tri)Angle
Top of the Class The majority of the battles for supremacy in terms of underdogs in 2019 have been between Chris Buescher and Matt DiBenedetto. …
Friday Faceoff: How Late Is Too Late to Finish a Race?
Ryan Newman moved into a Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series playoff spot based on his finish last week, bumping Jimmie Johnson. Who is more likely …
The Underdog House: A Little Magic in the Air
Top of the Class For the second time in a month, Matt DiBenedetto ruled the underdog roost with a top-five finish. He took fifth position …
The Underdog House: The Other Kind of Kentucky Horsepower
Top of the Class Chris Buescher reclaimed the top slot among the “other guys” on Saturday night (July 13) in the Quaker State 400 at …
Friday Faceoff: What Does the Future Look Like for Justin Haley?
Justin Haley joined Kevin Harvick, Jamie McMurray and Trevor Bayne as modern-era drivers to win in their first three starts in the Monster Energy NASCAR …
The Underdog House: Independents Day
Top of The Class Justin Haley came into this weekend’s races at Daytona International Speedway thinking that he was owed a bit of justice after …
The Underdog House: The Carousel Of Progress
Top of The Class Matt DiBenedetto may not be a name that comes to mind when you think of talented road racers, but the 27-year-old …
Friday Faceoff: Will Taking Away Wins Serve Its Intended Purpose?
For the first time in over 20 years, NASCAR disqualified a race winner following post race inspection. Will it deter teams from pushing the envelope too …