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By Stephen Stumpf

Stephen Stumpf is the NASCAR Content Director for Frontstretch, and his weekly columns include “Stat Sheet” and “4 Burning Questions.” Stephen also writes commentary, contributes weekly to the “Bringing the Heat” podcast and is frequently at the track for on-site coverage. A native of Texas, Stephen began following NASCAR at age 9 after attending his first race at Texas Motor Speedway. Follow on Twitter @stephen_stumpf.

Did You Notice?: Last 6 Champions Set Tone With Strong Southern 500 Performances

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2023 Cup Darlington II Kyle Larson checkered flag (Credit: NKP)

Photo: Nigel Kinrade Photography

It’s been nine years since a driver won the championship and the Southern 500 in the same year, but that hasn’t stopped the last six champions from showing muscle at Darlington.