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Denny Hamlin thinks it’s ‘ridiculous’ that NASCAR hasn’t given Kyle Larson a waiver

Denny Hamlin thinks it’s ‘ridiculous’ that NASCAR hasn’t given Kyle Larson a waiver

As of right now, Kyle Larson isn’t automatically qualified for the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs despite being a two-time winner this season. As for why that is, you’d have to rewind to eight days ago when Larson attempted to become just the fifth driver to complete the Indy-Charlotte Double.

Martin Truex, Jr. News / 5 GOATs / 2 minutes ago
NASCAR Insider: Martin Truex Jr. decision timeline, Stewart-Haas possibility for Joe Gibbs Racing

NASCAR Insider: Martin Truex Jr. decision timeline, Stewart-Haas possibility for Joe Gibbs Racing

Joe Gibbs Racing is currently awaiting a decision from Martin Truex Jr. on whether or not he will retire following the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season. Of course, this is nothing new for JGR or Truex himself, who has contemplated retirement each of the previous two seasons.

Noah Gragson News / 5 GOATs / 1 hour ago
NASCAR insider offers intriguing possibility for Noah Gragson amid Stewart-Haas closure

NASCAR insider offers intriguing possibility for Noah Gragson amid Stewart-Haas closure

Noah Gragson is looking to secure a full-time ride in the NASCAR Cup Series next season following Stewart-Haas Racing’s announcement last week that it will shut down after the 2024 campaign.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / 2 minutes ago
Kenny Wallace weighs in on Kyle Busch, Kyle Larson wreck, who’s to blame

Kenny Wallace weighs in on Kyle Busch, Kyle Larson wreck, who’s to blame

Near the end of Stage 2, Kyle Busch and Kyle Larson got into each other on the track. It ruined the No. 8 team’s day at Gateway. Rowdy was not too happy with it all, but the NASCAR champion couldn’t blame anyone but himself.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / 46 minutes ago
Week 15 NASCAR power rankings: Gateway winner races into top 16

Week 15 NASCAR power rankings: Gateway winner races into top 16

All looked set in stone as the conclusion neared in Sunday's Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway in Madison, Ill before an empty gas tank shook up the finish, and these power rankings.

Watch: Austin Cindric wins at Gateway after Ryan Blaney runs out of fuel
Blaney's misfortune is Cindric's gain after wild final lap at Gateway
Team Penske exec says team 'never lost faith' in Cindric amid skid
Cindric details his experience during wild final laps at Gateway
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Austin Cindric News / 5 GOATs / 0 minutes ago
NASCAR Monday Mash-Up: Austin Cindric shakes up playoff picture

NASCAR Monday Mash-Up: Austin Cindric shakes up playoff picture

In a wild ending to the Enjoy Illinois 300 at Gateway, Austin Cindric has shaken up the NASCAR Playoff picture for 2024. Cindric joins Daniel Suárez as the two drivers outside of the top-16 in points who have wins.

Ty Gibbs News / 5 GOATs / 0 minutes ago
Ty Gibbs’ tire changer gets hit by car during Enjoy Illinois 300

Ty Gibbs’ tire changer gets hit by car during Enjoy Illinois 300

Ty Gibbs narrowly avoided hitting his tire changer — and ironically enough, his cousin — on pit road during the Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / 35 minutes ago
Team Penske 'never lost faith' in Austin Cindric amid winless streak

Team Penske exec says team 'never lost faith' in Austin Cindric amid winless streak

Cindric returned to victory lane after a long absence, but his team never lost faith in the driver amid the drought.

Watch: Austin Cindric wins at Gateway after Ryan Blaney runs out of fuel on final lap
Austin Cindric's crew chief details what he learned from Ford teammates ahead of Gateway win
Austin Cindric details his experience during wild final laps at Gateway
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The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz
Kyle Larson News / 5 GOATs / 1 hour ago
Report: NASCAR giving ‘serious consideration’ to denying Kyle Larson playoff waiver

Report: NASCAR giving ‘serious consideration’ to denying Kyle Larson playoff waiver

While it seems like a foregone conclusion for many, NASCAR has not decided upon a playoff waiver for Kyle Larson missing the Coca-Cola 600. In fact, there are reportedly people in NASCAR who would like to deny Larson the waiver.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / 11 minutes ago
Brad Keselowski’s first action after getting out of his car at Gateway was consoling Ryan Blaney

Brad Keselowski’s first action after getting out of his car at Gateway was consoling Ryan Blaney

Ryan Blaney suffered the agony of defeat on Sunday afternoon during the Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway, but Brad Keselowski was there to console the reigning champion.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / 7 hours ago
Austin Cindric describes wild final laps at Gateway

Austin Cindric details his experience during wild final laps at Gateway

NASCAR Cup Series driver Austin Cindric was ready to celebrate after a wild win at Gateway.

Watch: Austin Cindric wins at Gateway after Ryan Blaney runs out of fuel on final lap
Austin Cindric's crew chief details what he learned from Ford teammates ahead of Gateway win
Ryan Blaney's misfortune is Austin Cindric's gain after wild final lap at Gateway
Vroom service: The 20 best films about racing
The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz
NASCAR News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago
Austin Cindric's crew chief on what he learned before Gateway win

Austin Cindric's crew chief details what he learned from Ford teammates ahead of Gateway win

Sunday's Enjoy Illinois 300 at Gateway was a prime example of why NASCAR Cup Series crew chiefs get paid the big bucks. 

Watch: Austin Cindric wins at Gateway after Ryan Blaney runs out of fuel on final lap
Ryan Blaney's misfortune is Austin Cindric's gain after wild final lap at Gateway
Team Penske tops the charts in NASCAR Cup Series practice at Gateway
Vroom service: The 20 best films about racing
The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz
Denny Hamlin News / 5 GOATs / 1 hour ago
Denny Hamlin after fifth consecutive top-5 finish: ‘Tough feeling not great about a second-place finish’

Denny Hamlin after fifth consecutive top-5 finish: ‘Tough feeling not great about a second-place finish’

Denny Hamlin did not win the Enjoy Illinois 300 on Sunday, but he has been arguably the most consistent driver in NASCAR for the past month. While speaking to reporters after the race on Sunday evening, Hamlin shared his thoughts on finishing second and earning his fifth consecutive top-five finish.

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