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Denny Hamlin calls out Larry McReynolds, SiriusXM NASCAR radio hosts

Denny Hamlin in November 2024 called out Larry McReynolds for “spreading disinformation” about the 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports lawsuit against NASCAR.

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'I’ve Gotta Bump Him': Joey Logano Does Not Take Things Lightly Even While Racing His Son

Joey Logano is one of the most intense competitors in the NASCAR Cup Series field. He seldom backs down from a fight and always pays back for the mistakes that have been committed against him.

Denny Hamlin News / The SportsRush / December 16

Denny Hamlin Has No Option But to Forget About His Rivalry With Other Drivers Off the Track

Denny Hamlin is inarguably one of the greatest drivers to have ever raced in the NASCAR Cup Series. The 44-year-old veteran is beating time and age every season to compete with the youngsters on the track at the highest level and beat them.

Bubba Wallace News / The SportsRush / December 16

How Bubba Wallace Came to Grips With Newfound Stardom After Moving to the Cup Series

For Bubba Wallace, the road to stardom in NASCAR was never easy with the spotlight strongly fixed on him. He was the only African-American driver in the Cup Series, and the raw talent he possessed put him under more pressure.

Kyle Larson News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

Can you name every driver to be the NASCAR Cup Series champion since 1984?

The 'Drivers in the NASCAR Hall of Fame' quiz

The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

The 'NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 winners since 2000' quiz

Justin Allgaier News / The SportsRush / December 16

How Profound Respect for His Father Made Justin Allgaier Embrace His Nickname

Justin Allgaier is currently preparing for his 11th season as the driver of the No. 7 JR Motorsports Chevrolet in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts series.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / December 15

How the Heartbreaking Cup Title Loss to Tony Stewart All But Ended Carl Edwards’ Xfinity Career

Carl Edwards’ career sits among the sport’s great what-ifs, defined less by a lack of ability than by timing that never quite broke his way. That reality is why Denny Hamlin has often felt a kinship with him.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / December 15

Five most heartbreaking championship losses in NASCAR history

Auto racing is an inherently cruel sport, and NASCAR racing has seen its fair share of heartbreaking championship losses.

Denny Hamlin Discloses the Massive Figure Teams Pay Because of NASCAR’s Sponsorship Restrictions

'Sad thing Is It Took Dale Earnhardt‘s Death': Bill Elliott Always Felt NASCAR’s Safety Measures Came Too Late

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

The 'Drivers in the NASCAR Hall of Fame' quiz

Ty Gibbs News / 5 GOATs / December 15

Freddie Kraft explains ‘concern’ surrounding Chris Gabehart, Joe Gibbs Racing parting ways

Chris Gabehart will have a new home in 2026 after Jenna Fryer of The Associated Press reported earlier this month that he had parted ways with Joe Gibbs Racing.

Jesse Love News / 5 GOATs / December 15

Jesse Love puts finger on ‘biggest problem’ in NASCAR, hits F1 with major stray

Jesse Love wants more people to have the same mentality he has about NASCAR as he gets ready for the 2026 season. On the Door Bumper Clear podcast, Love revealed what the “biggest problem” NASCAR has right now, and he also took a shot at F1.

Kyle Larson News / 5 GOATs / December 15

Kyle Larson proud dad after daughter Audrey wins box stock race

Congratulations are in order after Larson won another race, Audrey Larson that is. Dad Kyle Larson couldn’t be prouder. It seems that racing is the family tradition through and through.

Harrison Burton News / Racing America on SI / December 15

Dead On Tools to Continue Support of Burton at Sam Hunt Racing

Dead On Tools is continuing its relationship with Harrison Burton, moving with the North Carolina-native to Sam Hunt Racing for the 2026 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series campaign, the team announced on Monday.

William Byron News / 5 GOATs / December 15

Hendrick Motorsports reveals new William Byron ‘flames’ scheme with Raptor

No more weird green color for Raptor Coatings and William Byron on the No. 24 car. Hendrick Motorsports released a new scheme today. The 2026 season will feature a new, but familiar look for Byron.

Denny Hamlin News / The SportsRush / December 15

Denny Hamlin Discloses the Massive Figure Teams Pay Because of NASCAR’s Sponsorship Restrictions

Denny Hamlin addressed growing frustrations a few months ago following NASCAR’s move to fully standardized parts in 2022. While the shift was intended to control costs, its ripple effects have extended far beyond that goal.

Joey Logano News / The SportsRush / December 15

'It’s Much Bigger': Joey Logano Busts Myth Around New England’s Racing Culture

There has long been a belief that racers from New England face an uphill battle reaching NASCAR, largely because the region is not viewed as a traditional racing hotbed.

Alex Bowman News / 5 GOATs / December 15

Alex Bowman announces engagement to Chloe Henderson after unique proposal

After a strong season in the NASCAR Cup Series, life is getting a little bit better for Alex Bowman. It’s also about to change in a big way. On Sunday evening, Bowman posted a pair of pictures to his Instagram account with the caption “Did a thing.” The photo you need to know about?