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Ryan Blaney Explains Why 'People Don’t Have That Connection' With NASCAR, Making It Difficult for the Sport to Gain Popularity

Ryan Blaney is a young guy, just 31 years old. While he was raised on racing, watching his father and grandfather on short tracks around the country, Blaney also understands why NASCAR is having a difficult time attracting new fans — particularly those in the advertiser coveted 18 to 35 year old age group.

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'Where is the Ringer Chase Elliott?': Hendrick Star’s Prowess Questioned After Notable Absence on Road Course List

Although fans eagerly anticipate watching Kyle Busch and Chase Elliott tackle the twists and turns of the Mexico road course, the reality for both stars has diverged sharply.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / June 13

Jeff Burton Wants Ty Gibbs to Keep His Chin Up Despite Missing Out on Potential Season-Altering Win at Michigan

Steve Letarte and Jeff Burton empathize with Ty Gibbs. The grandson of team owner Joe Gibbs just barely missed out on earning his first career NASCAR Cup win this past Sunday at Michigan.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 13

Michael McDowell: NASCAR has 'some of the best racing' in the world

As NASCAR prepares for a pair of races on the world stage in Mexico City this weekend, NASCAR Cup Series driver and Daytona 500 champion Michael McDowell made it clear where he believes NASCAR stands in the motorsports hierarchy.

Michael McDowell fastest in first NASCAR Cup Series practice session in Mexico City

Bubba Wallace: Road course racing 'starting to click' after years of struggles

Ryan Truex relishing 'great opportunity' in Mexico City as sub for Denny Hamlin

NASCAR Viva Mexico 250 preview: Favorite, underdog, top storylines

NASCAR News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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

How many of the drivers to win NASCAR's Memorial Day race -- the Coca-Cola 600 -- since 2000 can you name in five minuets?

The 'Drivers in the NASCAR Hall-of-Fame' quiz

The 'NASCAR Clash winners since 2000' quiz

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

Ross Chastain News / The SportsRush / June 13

'We’ve Done a Disservice': Ross Chastain Gets Candid About NASCAR Introducing Podium Celebrations at Mexico

NASCAR is pulling out all the stops to make its return to Mexico one for the books. From local hero Daniel Suárez spearheading the effort, meeting fans,

Bubba Wallace News / Yardbarker / June 13

Bubba Wallace: Road course racing 'starting to click' after years of struggles

One of the most under-the-radar stories in NASCAR over the past two years has been the progression of Bubba Wallace on road courses.

Shane van Gisbergen says he 'should be up front' in crucial Mexico City race

Ryan Truex relishing 'great opportunity' in Mexico City as sub for Denny Hamlin

Michael McDowell fastest in first NASCAR Cup Series practice session in Mexico City

NASCAR Viva Mexico 250 preview: Favorite, underdog, top storylines

The 'Drivers in the NASCAR Hall of Fame' quiz

Shane van Gisbergen News / Yardbarker / June 13

Shane van Gisbergen says he 'should be up front' in Mexico City race

Shane van Gisbergen says he 'should be up front' in crucial Mexico City race

There may not be a driver in the NASCAR Cup Series field more excited to see a road course than Shane van Gisbergen. While the 36-year-old rookie from Auckland, New Zealand, has improved on ovals as of late, it's the road courses that remain his strong suit.

Ryan Truex relishing 'great opportunity' in Mexico City as sub for Denny Hamlin

Michael McDowell fastest in first NASCAR Cup Series practice session in Mexico City

Absurd travel issues plaguing NASCAR teams as they attempt to make trip to Mexico City

NASCAR Viva Mexico 250 preview: Favorite, underdog, top storylines

The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

NASCAR News / Racing America on SI / June 13

Todd Gilliland, Michael McDowell Pace Cup Practices from Mexico City

When the NASCAR Cup Series field begins tackling the road courses – especially on brand-new circuits – there are destined to be some interesting characters at the top of the speed charts in practice.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / June 13

Connor Zilisch spotting for Ross Chastain amid Trackhouse Racing crew shortage in Mexico City

The folks at Trackhouse Racing are working hard to get drivers like Ross Chastain prepared for Sunday’s Mexico City race. Right now, the NASCAR Cup Series organization only has three to four crew members per car, and that means all hands on deck.

Michael McDowell News / Yardbarker / June 13

McDowell fastest in first Cup Series practice session in Mexico City

Michael McDowell fastest in first NASCAR Cup Series practice session in Mexico City

In the first NASCAR Cup Series practice session ever held at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, Michael McDowell paced the field.

Absurd travel issues plaguing NASCAR teams as they attempt to make trip to Mexico City

Where the NASCAR Truck Series playoff picture stands after Michigan

NASCAR power rankings: Denny Hamlin surges after third win of 2025

NASCAR Viva Mexico 250 preview: Favorite, underdog, top storylines

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

Denny Hamlin News / Yardbarker / June 13

Ryan Truex relishing 'great opportunity' in Mexico City as sub for Denny Hamlin

It's been over a decade since 33-year-old Ryan Truex last competed in a NASCAR Cup Series race.

Denny Hamlin will miss inaugural Cup Series race at Mexico City

Michael McDowell fastest in first NASCAR Cup Series practice session in Mexico City

NASCAR Viva Mexico 250 preview: Favorite, underdog, top storylines

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

Martin Truex, Jr. News / 5 GOATs / June 13

Ryan Truex reveals advice from brother Martin Truex Jr. ahead of Mexico City race

This weekend is a big one for Ryan Truex. He is replacing Denny Hamlin in the NASCAR Mexico City race. While Hamlin handles things with his newborn and family at home, Truex is getting what might be the best opportunity of his career.

Chase Elliott News / Field Level Media / June 13

Chase Elliott hopes to continue road success at Mexico City

Sunday's Viva Mexico 250 in Mexico City means a few road-course standouts should be antsy to make the long trip south and claim a playoff berth. NASCAR

Los Angeles Lakers News / FirstSportz / June 13

Brad Keselowski Joins Forces with LeBron James for Children’s Charity

NASCAR is the pinnacle of racing in the US. The sport is not that far behind against behemoths like the NFL and the NBA. Thus, it is not uncommon for fans to witness crossovers between various championships.