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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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• “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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• 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 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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• Here’s Where Every Driver Opens in the North Wilkesboro Betting Odds

  16-07-2026 00:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NASCAR Cup Series returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway this weekend for the inaugural points-paying Window World 450, and sportsbooks have released their opening odds for Sunday’s race.With just six races remaining before the start of The Chase, every point matters. Several of NASCAR’s biggest stars enter the weekend among the favorites, while a handful of long shots will look to pull off one of the biggest upsets of the season.Here’s a complete look at where every driver o
  
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• NASCAR North Wilkesboro Weekend Schedule: Complete Race Times and Weather Forecast

  16-07-2026 00:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NASCAR Cup Series returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway this weekend for the Window World 450, while the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series kicks off the action with the Faith Fest 250.The weekend opens Friday with Truck Series practice and qualifying before Saturday features the Truck race plus Cup Series practice and qualifying. Sunday’s schedule concludes with the Window World 450 under the lights.Here’s the complete NASCAR schedule and weather forecast for every day of race weekend
  
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• Everything to Know About North Wilkesboro Speedway: NASCAR’s Most Remarkable Comeback Story

  16-07-2026 00:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  For decades, North Wilkesboro Speedway represented everything NASCAR’s early years stood for.The short track tucked into the foothills of North Carolina hosted legends like Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt and Junior Johnson, then sat abandoned for more than 25 years after losing its Cup Series dates in 1996. Grandstands crumbled, weeds grew through the racing surface and many believed NASCAR would never return.Instead, North Wilkesboro completed one of the greatest revival stories in America
  
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• Who Won the Last NASCAR Cup Race at North Wilkesboro?

  15-07-2026 23:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  North Wilkesboro Speedway returns to the NASCAR Cup Series schedule this weekend, but the race fans will see Sunday won’t look anything like the one held at the historic short track a year ago.Instead of battling for a $1 million exhibition payday, Cup Series drivers will compete in North Wilkesboro’s first points-paying race since 1996. That makes this weekend one of the most anticipated stops of the 2026 season.Before the green flag drops, here’s a look back at the last NASCA
  
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• NASCAR Is Trying to Fix One of Superspeedway Racing’s Biggest Problems Before the Playoffs

  15-07-2026 22:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  For years, superspeedway racing has delivered some of NASCAR’s most memorable finishes. It has also drawn one of the sport’s most persistent criticisms.Many fans and drivers have questioned races that become dominated by fuel-saving strategy and track position, leaving competitors with few opportunities to make meaningful passes until the closing laps.With the regular-season finale at Daytona International Speedway approaching, NASCAR believes it has a solution worth testing.On Wedne
  
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• Why less power is actually better for NASCAR at superspeedways

  15-07-2026 22:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Motorsport photoNASCAR announced a new rules package for the summer Daytona race that’s aimed at improving passing and making cars less reliant on fuel saving as a strategy, but many fans are up in arms that it comes with a horsepower reduction. Current superspeedway spec engines produce 510 horsepower through a 0.89 inch tapered and that will now be reduced to 465 horsepower with the use of 0.84 inch tapered spacer.It may seem counterintuitive at first glance to reduce power if you&r
  
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• Why less horsepower is actually better for NASCAR at superspeedways

  15-07-2026 22:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Motorsport photoNASCAR announced a new rules package for the summer Daytona race that’s aimed at improving passing and making cars less reliant on fuel saving as a strategy, but many fans are up in arms that it comes with a horsepower reduction. Current superspeedway spec engines produce 510 horsepower through a 0.89 inch tapered and that will now be reduced to 465 horsepower with the use of 0.84 inch tapered spacer.It may seem counterintuitive at first glance to reduce power if you&r
  
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• NASCAR Weekend Schedule at North Wilkesboro: Full TV Schedule, Start Times for Every Race

  15-07-2026 22:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A general view of the NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on May 18, 2025, in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. GettyThe NASCAR Cup Series returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway this weekend for the Sunday’s Window World 450. The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series will also be in action with the Faith Fest 250.The weekend begins Friday with Truck Series practice and qualifying before Saturday features the Truck race plus Cup Series practice and qualifying. Sunday’s
  
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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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• The Biggest NASCAR Rules Win of the Year Might Be Daytona and Talladega

  15-07-2026 21:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Photo Credit: Mark J. Rebilas.NASCAR Finally Pulled the Right Lever at Daytona and TalladegaCredit where credit is due.NASCAR listened to its drivers, teams and fans and made meaningful changes to its superspeedway package for Daytona International Speedway and Talladega Superspeedway.Beginning with the regular-season finale at Daytona, NASCAR will reduce engine output from 510 horsepower to 465 horsepower while cutting the rear spoiler from 7 inches to 4 inches. The goal is simple: reduce drag,
  
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• NASCAR Cup Series: Denny Hamlin Fires Back After Fan Accuses Him of Being Jealous of Carson Hocevar

  15-07-2026 19:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Denny Hamlin will make his return to the Xfinity Series.GettyDenny Hamlin found himself at the center of another NASCAR Cup Series discussion after responding to a fan who accused him of being jealous of younger stars. The exchange took place on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, after Dirty Mo Media promoted a new episode of Hamlin’s Actions Detrimental podcast.The episode covered recent NASCAR Cup Series events, including incidents at Chicagoland Speedway and the topic of drivers policing themselve
  
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• “That’s What the Fans Want”- NASCAR Official Unmasks Secret Garage Interventions That Saved Atlanta From Devastating Cutoff

  15-07-2026 19:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sport Bilder des Tages ATLANTA, GA - MARCH 21: Kyle Larson, driver of the 5 Hendrick Motorsports HendrickCars.com Chevrolet Camaro, leads the field to a restart during the 63rd Annual running of the Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Series Cup race on March 21, 2021 at the Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton, Georgia, Photo by David J. Griffin/Icon Sportswire AUTO: MAR 21 NASCAR Cup Series - Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 Icon95321032107281 ©imago images/Icon SMIThe Quaker Stat
  
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• NASCAR Considered Cutting EchoPark Speedway Race Short as Rain Delay Created Late-Night Chaos

  15-07-2026 19:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A general view of the field racing during the NASCAR Cup Series Quaker State 400 Available at Walmart at EchoPark Speedway in Hampton, Georgia. The NASCAR Cup Series returns to the 1.54-mile oval this weekend. GettyNASCAR officials seriously considered shortening the Quaker State 400 at EchoPark Speedway after a lengthy rain delay, but ultimately decided to complete the full race distance. The NASCAR race at EchoPark Speedway was stopped for more than three hours after lightning forced a red fla
  
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