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Kevin Harvick reacts to surprising Chase Elliott pit mistake at Atlanta: ‘Took him out of the conversation’

Kevin Harvick reacts to surprising Chase Elliott pit mistake at Atlanta: ‘Took him out of the conversation’

Chase Elliott had himself squarely in the fight at Atlanta. Unfortunately, one uncharacteristic mistake on pit road changed the trajectory of his afternoon at his home track.

Denny Hamlin News / 5 GOATs / February 27
Denny Hamlin breaks down unfortunate Bubba Wallace decision on final restart at Atlanta

Denny Hamlin breaks down unfortunate Bubba Wallace decision on final restart at Atlanta

Bubba Wallace had the race in his hands at Atlanta. According to Denny Hamlin, he just tried to do a little too much with it on the final restart. On the latest episode of Actions Detrimental, Hamlin dissected Wallace’s pivotal lane change during the ultimate restart at EchoPark Speedway.

Shane van Gisbergen News / Athlon Sports / February 27
NASCAR Driver Suggests That Shane Van Gisbergen May Be Unbeatable at COTA

NASCAR Driver Suggests That Shane Van Gisbergen May Be Unbeatable at COTA

NASCAR gave drivers a bit of what they desired this season — higher horsepower. They are now performing at 750 HP on many tracks, up from 670 HP in 2025.

Brad Keselowski News / Yardbarker / February 27
Brad Keselowski makes major Circuit of the Americas decision

Brad Keselowski makes major Circuit of the Americas decision

Keselowski has made a decision on whether or not he will run the entirety of Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Circuit of the Americas on Sunday.

It's time to worry about Ty Gibbs' lack of NASCAR Cup results
2026 NASCAR All-Star race format further delegitimizes what was once a crown jewel event
NASCAR president reveals what Michael Jordan said after lawsuit was settled
The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz
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The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

How many Daytona 500 winners can you name?

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz
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The 'Drivers in the NASCAR Hall of Fame' quiz
NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / February 27
Denny Hamlin explains how Tyler Reddick managed to stay fast without fender at Atlanta

Denny Hamlin explains how Tyler Reddick managed to stay fast without fender at Atlanta

Tyler Reddick’s battered No. 45 Toyota looked like it had no business winning Sunday’s race at Atlanta. According to Denny Hamlin, the missing right-front fender wasn’t nearly as catastrophic as it appeared.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / February 27
Todd Gilliland Has Major Regrets About His Time Spent With Kyle Busch’s NASCAR Team

Todd Gilliland Has Major Regrets About His Time Spent With Kyle Busch’s NASCAR Team

As a third-generation driver and son of former Cup competitor David Gilliland, Todd Gilliland skipped a rung on the ladder and moved straight from the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series to the Cup Series in 2022, much like Carson Hocevar, passing over the Xfinity Series.

Todd Gilliland News / The SportsRush / February 27
Todd Gilliland Was 'Super Nervous' and Feared for the Worst During the Charter Lawsuit Trial

Todd Gilliland Was 'Super Nervous' and Feared for the Worst During the Charter Lawsuit Trial

2025 was a rough year for Front Row Motorsports driver Todd Gilliland. It was his second year with the Ford-backed team, and he finished 27th on the driver’s points table.

Ty Gibbs News / Yardbarker / February 26
It's time to worry about Ty Gibbs' lack of NASCAR Cup results

It's time to worry about Ty Gibbs' lack of NASCAR Cup results

The Ty Gibbs hype train that was once full steam ahead has long since derailed.  

Chris Gabehart calls out Ty Gibbs, Joe Gibbs in response to JGR lawsuit
2026 NASCAR All-Star race format further delegitimizes what was once a crown jewel event
NASCAR president reveals what Michael Jordan said after lawsuit was settled
Carson Hocevar isn't concerned about retribution from NASCAR competitors
The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz
Kyle Busch News / 5 GOATs / February 26
Kyle Busch, wife Samantha reach settlement in lawsuit against insurance firm

Kyle Busch, wife Samantha reach settlement in lawsuit against insurance firm

Kyle Busch and his wife, Samantha Busch, have reached a settlement in their lawsuit against Pacific Life Insurance and agent Rodney Smith, according to Matt Weaver of Motorsport.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / February 26
Chris Buescher has been historically good at road courses heading to COTA

Chris Buescher has quietly been historically good at road courses heading to COTA

One driver who typically gets overlooked on NASCAR road courses is Chris Buescher. That may end this weekend.

Former NASCAR star Bill Elliott set for motorsports return, per report
Kyle Busch Wants Son Brexton to Break His Seemingly Unbreakable NASCAR Record
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 The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz
The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz
 The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz
The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz
 The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz
NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / February 26
Former NASCAR star Bill Elliott set for motorsports return, per report

Former NASCAR star Bill Elliott set for motorsports return, per report

NASCAR Hall of Fame driver Bill Elliott will make his motorsports return this weekend, according to Colby Evans of The Racing Experts. Elliott will pilot his son Chase Elliott‘s No.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / February 26
Rajah Caruth reacts to drama surrounding former teammate Carson Hocevar, offers strong stance

Rajah Caruth reacts to drama surrounding former teammate Carson Hocevar, offers strong stance

Rajah Caruth doesn’t seem to have an issue with how his former teammate, Carson Hocevar, drives on the racetrack. On the Gluckcast, host Jeff Gluck of The Athletic asked Caruth about Hocevar and NASCAR drivers finding the balance of being aggressive and holding back.

IndyCar News / Yardbarker / February 26
'Unnecessary': Dario Franchitti reflects on Dan Wheldon's fatal crash at Las Vegas

'Unnecessary': Dario Franchitti reflects on Dan Wheldon's fatal crash at Las Vegas

Dario Franchitti is still affected by the IndyCar crash that claimed the life of Dan Wheldon. 

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Carson Hocevar News / Yardbarker / February 26
Carson Hocevar says payback against him wouldn't 'settle the score'

Carson Hocevar says payback against him wouldn't 'settle the score'

Carson Hocevar's antics on the racetrack have been a topic of conversation since his began racing in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. 

Carson Hocevar isn't concerned about retribution from NASCAR competitors
2026 NASCAR All-Star race format further delegitimizes what was once a crown jewel event
Michael Jordan celebrates Tyler Reddick’s NASCAR win in Marquette Basketball style
NASCAR president reveals what Michael Jordan said after lawsuit was settled
The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz
NASCAR News / Total Apex Sports / February 26
DuraMax Grand Prix Powered By RelaDyne at COTA: Full NASCAR Cup Series Entry List 2026

DuraMax Grand Prix Powered By RelaDyne at COTA: Full NASCAR Cup Series Entry List 2026

The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Austin this weekend with a 37‑car field built for one of the most demanding road‑course events on the schedule. After opening the year with two drafting‑track races, the series now shifts to a 3.426‑mile circuit that exposes weaknesses and rewards discipline.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / February 26
Carson Hocevar reacts to Richard Petty comparing him to Dale Earnhardt, sends warning to those seeking payback

Carson Hocevar reacts to Richard Petty comparing him to Dale Earnhardt, sends warning to those seeking payback

Richard Petty, arguably the greatest driver in NASCAR history, made a big statement about Carson Hocevar on this week’s “Petty Race Recap.” Petty said that Hocevar’s driving style reminds him of fellow seven-time Cup Series champion, Dale Earnhardt.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / February 26
Carson Hocevar explains why he didn’t text Christopher Bell, but did text Ryan Blaney after Atlanta dustups

Carson Hocevar explains why he didn’t text Christopher Bell, but did text Ryan Blaney after Atlanta dustups

Carson Hocevar addressed the dustups he had with Christopher Bell and Ryan Blaney at the Atlanta NASCAR Cup Series race this past weekend. While speaking with Jeff Gluck on the Gluckcast, Hocevar explained why he didn’t reach out to Bell after making contact with him during the first overtime restart.

Kevin Harvick News / Athlon Sports / February 26
Kevin Harvick Picks Winner for NASCAR Cup Series Race at COTA

Kevin Harvick Picks Winner for NASCAR Cup Series Race at COTA

This weekend, the NASCARCup Series races at COTA, and Kevin Harvick has made his pick for the winner. He hasn't had a great start to the season with his picks, but Harvick might have an easier time this week.

NASCAR News / EasySportz / February 26
Tyler Reddick Success Adds Pressure to Bubba Wallace in 2026

Tyler Reddick Success Adds Pressure to Bubba Wallace in 2026

MOORESVILLE, N.C. — Fast starts change conversations. When Tyler Reddick opened the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season with back-to-back victories for 23XI Racing, it did more than lock up early playoff positioning.

NASCAR News / EasySportz / February 26
NASCAR Driver Laughs Off Bubba Wallace 'Ego' Exchange

NASCAR Driver Laughs Off Bubba Wallace 'Ego' Exchange

MOORESVILLE, N.C. — When Carson Hocevar hopped on Kenny Wallace’s Garage Talk podcast this week, listeners weren’t just treated to engine rumble and tire squeal talk — they got real, unfiltered racer banter and a handful of laughs that only a true racer could deliver.

Jimmie Johnson News / Athlon Sports / February 26
Jimmie Johnson Returns to His Off-Road Roots in The Mint 400

Jimmie Johnson Returns to His Off-Road Roots in The Mint 400

Jimmie Johnson keeps on racing, but this time, he will take to the desert just outside of Las Vegas, Nevada. The Mint 400 goes on next week, and that is where Johnson takes his talents.

NASCAR News / Field Level Media / February 25
NASCAR revamps format for first All-Star Race at Dover

NASCAR revamps format for first All-Star Race at Dover

A change in venue isn't the only difference on deck for NASCAR's All-Star Race at Dover Motor Speedway this season, the league announced on Wednesday.

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