2021 NASCAR Top Storylines: Goodbye Gen 6, Hello Next Gen
Finally, after two years of testing and a yearlong postponement of its official launch, the newest iteration of the NASCAR Cup Series has arrived. NASCAR’s … Continue Reading
Zach’s Turn: Pit Crew, Cliff Daniels Rocket Kyle Larson Toward 1st Cup Championship
PHOENIX — When the caution flag came out with 64 laps to go at Phoenix Raceway, Kyle Larson found himself in a predicament. Fellow Championship … Continue Reading
Quin Houff Crashes Out in StarCom’s Final NASCAR Race
PHOENIX — Quin Houff knew this weekend was going to be pretty emotional. But the worst-case scenario hit hard when his No. 00 Chevrolet was … Continue Reading
Austin Cindric Beaten by Inches for Xfinity Series Championship
A second consecutive championship was on the line for Austin Cindric. He fell inches short.
A bump-and-run from perennial runner-up Daniel Hemric in the final set of corners left Cindric 0.03 seconds from the 2021 NASCAR Xfinity Series title at Phoenix Raceway on Saturday night (Nov. 6).
The contact came coming to the checkered flag on an overtime restart to define the season’s title bout. Cindric was “pissed” he was moved but said it was fair game.
Chase Elliott at Ease Pursuing 2nd Consecutive Championship
Not often does a NASCAR driver win consecutive championships. In fact, no one has done it since Jimmie Johnson claimed his fifth title in 2010.
Chase Elliott can put his name in rarified air Sunday, Nov. 7, at Phoenix Raceway as he chases his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series title.
In Thursday’s (Nov. 4) media day availability at the Phoenix Convention Center, the defending champion’s cool, calm, collected demeanor was on display yet again, cruising in from a morning first spent at the Arizona State Capitol.
Zane Smith & John Hunter Nemechek Fall Just Short in Championship Chase
Zane Smith had the championship spot in his hands with 10 laps to go. John Hunter Nemechek rallied from early contact that set him behind … Continue Reading
John Hunter Nemechek Calls KBM Move ‘Validating’ Ahead of Truck Title Race
One year ago, John Hunter Nemechek gambled on himself.
Zach’s Turn: Denny Hamlin’s Anger May Finally Fuel Championship Run
Denny Hamlin‘s hunt for a NASCAR Cup Series championship has been fruitless so far. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a more recent viewer, you … Continue Reading
Zach’s Turn: Putting Myself in the Driver’s Seat for Once
As someone who writes about motorsports, my role is to observe. I watch drivers wheel their machines around racetracks, fight physics, search for grip and … Continue Reading
Zach’s Turn: Brad Keselowski Shining in Rare Underdog Role Through Playoffs
On Oct. 10 at the Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL, Brad Keselowski was on the brink of elimination. His competitors were doing him no favors. The … Continue Reading