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'No Shying Away From It': Riley Herbst Knows He Has to Improve After Cup Rookie Season With 23XI

Last year became a trial by fire for rookie Riley Herbst. No one expected him to run up front, but Denny Hamlin tipped his cap to the effort and work ethic while keeping expectations in check.

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Chase Elliott and Ryan Blaney Could Benefit the Most From NASCAR Moving to the Chase System

The playoff format that was in effect until 2025 was mainly criticized for one big reason: it didn’t reward consistency. There were some drivers who put in high-level performances week in and week out but missed out on the big price because of certain moments.

Connor Zilisch News / The SportsRush / February 15

Connor Zilisch Not Stressing Over NASCAR’s ROVAL Move

Connor Zilisch is taking the big step up in 2026 after making waves in the Xfinity series last season. His expectations are grounded, but he will still be looking for winning races, which may just be a tad too difficult considering the ROVAL’s removal this season.

Austin Hill News / Yardbarker / February 15

Key to Austin Hill's superspeedway dominance is a flaw of his competitors

There will be a day where someone beats Austin Hill heads-up in a NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series superspeedway race. It is likely to happen someday.

Austin Hill holds on, wins NASCAR O'Reilly Series season opener at Daytona

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NASCAR News / The SportsRush / February 15

Bubba Wallace Was Fully Behind Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan’s Lawsuit Despite Cloud Over Future

Amid antitrust hearings and the storm around them in the NASCAR community in 2025, whenever Bubba Wallace or teammate Tyler Reddick faced questions on the lawsuit and whether it moved the needle, the duo kept tight-lipped and stuck to the same line.

Jeffrey Earnhardt News / Total Apex Sports / February 14

Bobby Dale Earnhardt Scores Emotional P9 at Daytona in Career‑Best Breakthrough Run

Daytona International Speedway has always carried a different kind of gravity for the Earnhardt family. The high banks hold triumph, heartbreak, and memories that stretch across generations.

Chase Elliott News / The SportsRush / February 15

Chase Elliott Gives Realistic Timeline for Judging the New Chevrolet Cup Body

Chevrolet will face a challenge of its own competing in the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season. The company decided to update the design of the Camaro ZL1 in the offseason, and drivers now have to adapt to the changes in dynamics before long.

Carson Hocevar News / Athlon Sports / February 14

Carson Hocevar Confronted on Pit Road After O'Reilly Series Finish, Left Confused at Daytona

In a post-race confrontation between Carson Hocevar and Carson Ware, things seem to be more muddled than cleared up. Hocevar himself was left confused after the interaction as he spoke to media afterward.

NASCAR News / The Spun / February 14

The Starting Lineup For The 2026 Daytona 500 Is Set

With this weekend's qualifying results all wrapped up, the starting lineup for NASCAR's most iconic race is officially set. The 2026 season will kick off with the 68th running of the Daytona 500 as another year of NASCAR action is upon us — which will reportedly happen one hour earlier due to inclement weather in the area.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / February 14

Jordan Anderson thought Daytona finish would be his 'Days of Thunder' moment

Jordan Anderson doesn't make many starts in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, but he usually makes a splash when he does appear.

Austin Hill holds on, wins NASCAR O'Reilly Series season opener at Daytona

Justin Allgaier 'burned all nine lives' en route to Daytona runner-up

Gio Ruggiero wins ARCA Menards Series season opener at Daytona

NASCAR makes change to Daytona 500 start time ahead of inclement weather

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Ryan Preece News / Total Apex Sports / February 14

Preece Power: RFK Racing Dominates Final Practice Ahead Of The Great American Race

Final practice for the Daytona 500 rarely draws attention, but it always matters. Teams use the session to confirm balance, evaluate how their cars behave in the draft, and ensure no late‑breaking issues surface before the biggest race of the year.

Justin Allgaier News / Yardbarker / February 14

Justin Allgaier 'burned all nine lives' en route to Daytona runner-up

Justin Allgaier came out of Daytona International Speedway smelling like a rose on Saturday with a car that looked like it had been in the county demolition derby.

Gio Ruggiero wins ARCA Menards Series season opener at Daytona

NASCAR makes change to Daytona 500 start time ahead of inclement weather

Jimmie Johnson explains why he picked 2027 Daytona 500 to be his last race

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