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• NASCAR unveils new rules package for Daytona to improve racing, effective immediately

  15-07-2026 21:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Motorsport photoOn Wednesday, NASCAR announced a new rules package for the upcoming regular season finale at Daytona International Speedway, which is scheduled for August 29. This race is extra critical as it serves as the event that sets the 16-driver grid for the 2026 Chase for the championship, and several drivers are expected to be vying for that 16th and final spot next month.NASCAR will now utilize a 4” spoiler and and wide splitter stuffers, which are identical to those used at
  
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• NASCAR Cup Series Driver Injury Recovery Brings Relief as Playoff Race Takes a New Turn

  17-07-2026 03:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BROOKLYN, MICHIGAN - JUNE 06: Christopher Bell, driver of the #20 Rheem Toyota, on the grid during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway on June 06, 2026 in Brooklyn, Michigan. (Photo by Brett Farmer/Getty Images) GettyChristopher Bell believes his recovery from a fractured left wrist has reached an important stage as the NASCAR Cup Series regular season nears its end. The Joe Gibbs Racing driver suffered the injury during a heavy crash at M
  
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• Samantha Busch Left Emotional as Long-Held Kyle Busch Dream Finally Comes True at Bowman Gray

  17-07-2026 01:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  HAMPTON, GEORGIA - FEBRUARY 21: Kyle Busch, driver of the #7 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet, celebrates with daughter, Lennix Busch son, Brexton Busch and wife, Samantha Busch in victory lane after winningthe NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Fr8 Racing 208 at Echo Park Speedway on February 21, 2026 in Hampton, Georgia. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) GettySamantha Busch shared an emotional tribute after Bowman Gray Stadium announced the inaugural Kyle Busch Invitational, a special event honoring t
  
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• NASCAR Fans Face Another Emotional Moment as Kyle Busch’s Legacy Returns to Bowman Gray

  17-07-2026 00:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kyle Busch looks on during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Quaker State 400 Available at Walmart at Echo Park Speedway on June 27, 2025, in Hampton, Georgia.GettyBowman Gray Stadium will host the Kyle Busch Invitational on Friday, August 21, a special charity event celebrating the late NASCAR champion and supporting a cause close to his heart. The event will feature races in the Legends and Bandolero divisions, with all proceeds going to The Samantha and Kyle Busch Bundle of Joy Fund.Motors
  
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• “You Kill That Driver’s Skill”- Old School NASCAR Veteran Warns Carson Hocevar Against Changing His Offensive Antics Despite Cup Garage Isolation

  16-07-2026 23:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ATLANTA, GA - JULY 12: Carson Hocevar 77 Spire Motorsports Zeigler Auto Group Chevrolet waves to the crowd during driver introductions prior to the running of the NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Cup Series Quaker State 400 on July 12, 2026 at EchoPark Speedway in Hampton, GA. Photo by Jeff Robinson/Icon Sportswire AUTO: JUL 12 NASCAR Cup Series Quaker State 400 EDITORIAL USE ONLY Icon26071212292400 ©IMAGO/Icon SportswireCarson Hocevar divides the NASCAR Cup Series garage like few other drivers. He
  
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• Legacy Motor Clubs Expands NASCAR Sponsorship Portfolio With Fantaec

  16-07-2026 22:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Legacy Motor Club, owned by Jimmie Johnson, has another new NASCAR partner. GettyLegacy Motor Club is expanding its NASCAR sponsorship portfolio yet again. This time, the team owned by seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson has a new two-year partnership with a company entering the sport for the first time.Fanatec, which is owned by Corsair Gaming, is one of the world’s leading sim racing hardware firms. Now, the company will featured on the No. 42 car in 2026 and 2027.View t
  
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• How to watch NASCAR at North Wilkesboro: Weekend schedule, start time, TV

  16-07-2026 22:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Motorsport photoNASCAR is holding a points-paying Cup race North Wilkesboro for the first time in 30 years, and the track spent the last three years as the host for the All-Star Race.Ryan Blaney just earned a dramatic win at EchoPark Speedway (Atlanta), while Christopher Bell won the All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro last year.At Atlanta, Tyler Reddick closed back in to within 24pts of Denny Hamlin in the fight for the championship lead. Erik Jones remains on the Chase bubble in 16th, eight poin
  
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• Trial date and length set for Joe Gibbs, Spire and Gabehart lawsuits

  16-07-2026 22:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Motorsport photoA trial date and schedule has been officially set for the Joe Gibbs Racing v Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports lawsuit and countersuit.In a Thursday morning order issued by Judge Susan C. Rodriguez, a trial is expected to last nine days and will start on Monday, February 1. JGR sued Gabehart, its former longtime crew chief turned competition director for taking trade secreted information upon his decision to leave and take the Chief Motorsports Officer job at Spire in February
  
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• “Black and White Rule Book”- Some NASCAR Veterans Deem Michael Jordan Driver Penalty Unfair Despite Denny Hamlin Backing NASCAR Rule

  16-07-2026 22:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOUDON, NH - JUNE 22: Bubba Wallace 23 23XI Racing DraftKings Toyota puts on his helmet for practice for the NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Cup Series USA Today 301 on June 22, 2024, at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, NH. Photo by Erica Denhoff/Icon Sportswire AUTO: JUN 22 NASCAR Cup Series USA Today 301 EDITORIAL USE ONLY Icon24062246301 ©IMAGO/Icon SportswireBubba Wallace watched a potential victory turn into a nightmare in seconds. During the final lap of last Sunday’s Quaker Stat
  
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• “Now Is the Time to Do It” – Gratitude Kept Chase Elliott From Reclaiming No. 9 Until Dale Jr. Stepped In

  16-07-2026 21:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DARLINGTON, SC - MAY 14: Chase Elliott 9 Hendrick Motorsports LLumar Throwback Chevrolet talks with his crew prior to the running of the NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Cup Series Goodyear 400 on May 14, 2023 at Darlington Raceway in Darlington, SC Photo by Jeff Robinson/Icon Sportswire AUTO: MAY 14 NASCAR Cup Series Goodyear 400 EDITORIAL USE ONLY Icon2305143553400 ©IMAGO/Icon SportswireAfter taking Jeff Gordon’s place, Chase Elliott drove Hendrick Motorsports’ renowned No. 24 Chevrole
  
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• Kyle Busch Invitational at Bowman Gray Stadium will 'celebrate everything Kyle loved'

  16-07-2026 21:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The racing community is continuing to come up with innovative ways to honor the late two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch.On Aug. 21, the historic Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina will host the first Kyle Busch Invitational – a night featuring races with Legends cars and Bandoleros. All proceeds from the event will benefit The Samantha and Kyle Busch Bundle of Joy Fund, a non-profit started by the family to help couples struggling with infertility.In a post on
  
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• Did Kelley Earnhardt Miller just confirm that Justin Allgaier will return in 2027?

  16-07-2026 20:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Motorsport photoJR Motorsports team co-owner and CEO Kelley Earnhardt Miller indicated that star driver Justin Allgaier is set to return for at least the 2027 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series season.In a SiriusXM NASCAR Radio segment, she was speaking with Larry McReynolds when she appeared to confirm that Allgaier will be back next year.Allgaier is enjoying a dominant season with six victories so far -- the most of his entire career. He is in complete control of the championship, and the 40-ye
  
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• “I Got the Belt”- Chase Elliott Gets Honest on His Complicated Relationship With Father Bill

  16-07-2026 20:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DAYTONA, FL - FEBRUARY 17: Chase Elliott 9 Hendrick Motorsports NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet watches his crew work on his racecar during practice for the NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Cup Series Daytona 500 on February 17, 2023 at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, FL. Photo by Jeff Robinson/Icon Sportswire AUTO: FEB 17 NASCAR Cup Series DAYTONA 500 Icon2302175092500 ©IMAGO/Icon SportswireFew father-son combinations have reached the top of NASCAR. Even fewer have lifted the Cup Series
  
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• NASCAR purse for Truck Series race at North Wilkesboro in July 2026

  16-07-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NASCAR is gearing up for the 23rd race weekend of the 2026 season at North Wilkesboro Speedway, and the Truck Series is bound to put on a show. In 2025, Chandler Smith beat Layne Riggs for his second win of the year. Now, the sport will head to North Wilkesboro with a substantial amount of money on the line.The purse for the Truck Series race at North Wilkesboro will be $789,700 on Saturday afternoon. NASCAR doesn't release the earnings for the winning driver anymore, meaning it's impossible to
  
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• “Double-Edged Sword”- 20-Year-Old NASCAR Driver Rejects Controversial Truck Trend After Sacrificing First Win

  16-07-2026 19:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sport Bilder des Tages MADISON, IL - JUNE 04: Jordan Anderson 3 JAR Bommarito Automotive Group Chevrolet Silverado leads a pack of trucks into turn one during the Toyota 200 NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Camping World Truck Series event at World Wide Technology Raceway in Madison, Illinois. Photo by David Allio/Icon Sportswire AUTO: JUN 04 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Toyota 200 Icon95122060418 ©IMAGO/Icon SMIThe NASCAR Truck Series has earned a reputation for extreme racing, particularly in
  
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• NASCAR purse for Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro in July 2026

  16-07-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NASCAR is gearing up for the 23rd race weekend of the 2026 season at North Wilkesboro Speedway, and the Cup Series is bound to put on a show. In 2025, Christopher Bell beat Joey Logano for his first All-Star Race victory. Now, the sport will head to North Wilkesboro with a substantial amount of money on the line.The purse for the Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro will be $11,233,037 on Sunday night. NASCAR doesn't release the earnings for the winning driver anymore, meaning it's impossible to
  
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• “One Wrong Move Can Cost Him His Life”: Stephen A. Smith’s Take on NASCAR Faces Brutal Challenge From Bengals Legend

  16-07-2026 18:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NBA, Basketball Herren, USA Kobe Bryant Memorial ESPN television personality Stephen A. Smith walks into a media compound before a memorial at Staples Center for Kobe and Gianna Bryant , Monday, Feb 24, 2020, in Los Angeles Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna were among the 9 passengers who were killed in a helicopter crash in late January. Dylan Stewart/Image of EDITORIAL USE ONLY Copyright: xImagexofxSportx DylanxStewartx iosphotos179521 ©IMAGO/Newscom WorldNASCAR is as tough as any sport on
  
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• NASCAR qualifying order for Cup Series at North Wilkesboro in 2026

  16-07-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NASCAR Cup Series is set to arrive at North Wilkesboro Speedway for its 21st race of the 2026 season. It is the only date at North Wilkesboro, as NASCAR only goes to the venue once per year. In 2025, Brad Keselowski won the pole for the NASCAR All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro in a unique format.First, the Cup Series needs to qualify for the event at North Wilkesboro, and the qualifying format is simple. Every driver will make a two-lap run, with the overall lap times determining the st
  
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• “It Is a Risk”- Dale Jr. Drops Honest Verdict on NASCAR’s Tricky Daytona Gamble

  16-07-2026 17:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DAYTONA, FL - FEBRUARY 18: Dale Earnhardt, Jr. in a press conference PK Pressekonferenz prior to the 60th running of the Daytona 500 on February 18, 2018, at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, FL (Photo by David J. Griffin/Icon Sportswire) AUTO: FEB 18 Monster Energy NASCAR Motorsport USA Cup Series - Daytona 500 PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxHUNxRUSxSWExNORxDENxONLY Icon9531802180098500 ©imago/Icon SMIDaytona and Talladega built their reputations on fearless drafting, dramat
  
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• Kevin Harvick Sends Brutal Warning After Carson Hocevar’s Bold NASCAR Challenge

  16-07-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 16:Former NASCAR Cup Series driver, Kevin Harvick speaks at the Busch Light activation on the midway prior to the NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 16, 2025 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) GettyCarson Hocevar has once again become one of the biggest talking points in the NASCAR Cup Series after his bold pre-race comments sparked fresh reactions across the garage. The Spire Motorsports dri
  
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• NASCAR Cup drivers gear up for return to points racing at North Wilkesboro

  16-07-2026 17:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  For the first time since 1996, NASCAR Cup Series drivers will be chasing points at North Wilkesboro Speedway when they take the green flag for Sunday‘s Window World 450 (7 p.m. ET, TNT Sports, truTV, HBO Max, PRN Radio, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio).For those who have been counting the days between points races at the iconic 0.625-mile short track, 10,885 days will have passed since Jeff Gordon beat Dale Earnhardt by 1.73 seconds on Sept. 29, 1996.At 450 laps (281.25 miles), Sunday‘s race w
  
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• NASCAR Urged To Rename Trophy After Kyle Busch's Death

  16-07-2026 16:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A former NASCAR crew chief suggested a fitting tribute to honor the late Kyle Busch.Tommy Baldwin Jr., the majority owner of Rick Ware Racing, proposed renaming the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series title after Busch on the Door Bumper Clear podcast. Busch holds the record with 69 Truck Series wins as a driver and seven championships as an owner."I would love to see the championship trophy, like the Truck championship trophy, named after Kyle Busch," Baldwin said.Busch took many victory bows on the
  
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• Will Weather Disrupt NASCAR at North Wilkesboro? Weekend Forecast for Every On-Track Session

  16-07-2026 16:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NORTH WILKESBORO, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 18: Grand Marshals, Michael Waltrip drops the yellow promoters caution flag during the NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on May 18, 2025 in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)The NASCAR Cup Series heads to North Wilkesboro Speedway this weekend for one of the most unique stops on the calendar, and while Friday and Saturday are shaping up to be favorable for racing, Sunday is the day fans will wa
  
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• The ESPYS Accused Of Disrespecting NASCAR During 2026 Show

  16-07-2026 16:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 ESPYS took place in New York City on Wednesday night.The 2026 show was hosted by Marcello Hernandez of "Saturday Night Live" fame. His opening monologue was about 10 minutes long and featured shots at Tiger Woods, Bill Belichick, Shane Gillis, WNBA wives and more.Much of the 2026 ESPYS centered on the New York Knicks and their 2026 championship. Jalen Brunson received three different awards as he and his teammates, including Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby, were present at the awards
  
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• NASCAR TV ratings for Truck Series race at Lime Rock in July 2026

  16-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NASCAR arrived at Lime Rock Park for the 2026 LiUNA 150, and the 14th race of the season was exciting. Layne Riggs won Stage 1 while Kaden Honeycutt won Stage 2; however, neither driver was able to enter victory lane. Instead, it was a CR7 Motorsports driver who earned a much-needed trip to the winner's circle.At the end of the day, Grant Enfinger won his first Truck Series race of 2026 at Lime Rock. After a slight overview of the notable moments, here are the NASCAR TV ratings following th
  
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• NASCAR TV ratings for O'Reilly Series race at EchoPark in July 2026

  16-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NASCAR arrived at EchoPark Speedway for the 2026 Focused Health 250, and the 21st race of the season was chaotic. Carson Kvapil won Stage 1, while Justin Allgaier won Stage 2; however, only one of the JR Motorsports drivers could enter victory lane. Despite the chaos, it was a familiar face in the winner's circle.At the end of the day, Allgaier won his sixth O'Reilly Series race of 2026 at EchoPark. After a slight overview of the notable moments, here are the NASCAR TV ratings following the
  
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• NASCAR TV ratings for Cup Series race at EchoPark in July 2026

  16-07-2026 15:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NASCAR arrived at EchoPark Speedway for the 2026 Quaker State 400, and the 20th points race of the season was thrilling. Ryan Blaney won the first two stages; however, was he able to seal the deal at the end of the night? With a huge push from Christopher Bell, it was enough for the No. 12 team.At the end of the day, Blaney won his second Cup Series race of 2026 at EchoPark. After a slight overview of the notable moments, here are the NASCAR TV ratings following the 2026 Quaker State 400 at
  
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• Big Daytona Shake-Up: NASCAR Unveils New Rules Package for Cup Series Race

  16-07-2026 09:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aug 23, 2025; Daytona Beach, Florida, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Shane van Gisbergen (88) leads the field during the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway. © Mike Watters-Imagn ImagesNASCAR has revealed a new spec sheet for the upcoming Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway. The new rules package focuses on reducing drag and increasing passing abilities.Road courses and short tracks are already seeing the benefit of the 750-horsepower package. NASCAR has n
  
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• NASCAR qualifying order for Truck Series at North Wilkesboro in 2026

  16-07-2026 07:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NASCAR Truck Series is set to arrive at North Wilkesboro for its 15th race of the 2026 season. It is the only date at North Wilkesboro, as NASCAR visits the venue once per season. In 2025, Corey Heim won the pole for the Truck Series race at North Wilkesboro, as qualifying was canceled due to the weather.First, the Truck Series needs to qualify for the event at North Wilkesboro, and the qualifying format is simple. Every driver will make a two-lap run, with the best overall lap times de
  
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• BREAKING: NASCAR Makes Major Rules Change Ahead of Daytona Race

  16-07-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tyler Reddick celebrates after winning the 2026 Daytona 500. NASCAR announced Wednesday that it will introduce a revised superspeedway rules package for the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona later this season. GettyNASCAR is making one of its biggest competition changes of the 2026 season.On Wednesday, the sanctioning body announced a revised superspeedway rules package that will debut at the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway on Aug. 29. NASCAR officials say the changes are desi
  
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