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After An Extremely Rough Rookie Season, Riley Herbst Looks to Prove Denny Hamlin Right in 2026

Back in 2024, Riley Herbst earned a vote of confidence from Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin when 23XI Racing handed him the keys to the No. 35 Monster Energy Toyota Camry XSE, expanding the organization into a three-car operation alongside Bubba Wallace and Tyler Reddick.

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Balancing Loss and Racing: Denny Hamlin Confirms Return After Family Tragedy

The offseason is usually a chance for drivers to reset before another long NASCAR Cup Series campaign. For Denny Hamlin, this winter offered no such break.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 24

Dale Jarrett knows who he'd like to see inducted into NASCAR HOF next

Dale Jarrett knows who he'd like to see inducted into NASCAR Hall of Fame next

Jarrett knows who he'd like to see be inducted next.

Michael Jordan saw himself in NASCAR Hall of Famer Kurt Busch

Busch's arc Hall of Fame-worthy, but driving cements HOF induction

Carl Edwards says Busch 'paved the way' for him in NASCAR

How 'Handsome Harry' Gant earned NASCAR Hall of Fame induction

How the huge winter storm is impacting NASCAR

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 24

Watch: Kurt Busch Receives His 2026 NASCAR Hall of Fame Ring From None Other Than Brother Kyle Busch

December 23 marked a big day in Kurt Busch’s career, as NASCAR bestowed one of its biggest honors by inducting him into the Hall of Fame. The moment became even more special when the sanctioning body selected a personal presenter to deliver the introduction.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 24

Unlike Ryan Blaney, Kyle Larson Is Not Too Thrilled By NASCAR Honor After Championship

Goodyear formally handed over the gold car to Kyle Larson on January 24, 2026, a delayed presentation caused by the tight turnaround between the Cup Series championship finale and the annual awards ceremony.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 24

Ray Hendrick's Flying No. 11 'struck fear' into competitors

For years, Ray Hendrick's iconic No. 11 was a sign to modified racers across the southeast that they had their work cut out for them if they wanted to win.

Michael Jordan saw himself in NASCAR Hall of Famer Kurt Busch

Kurt Busch, Harry Gant, Ray Hendrick inducted into NASCAR Hall of Fame

Carl Edwards says Kurt Busch 'paved the way' for him in NASCAR

How huge winter storm is impacting NASCAR

The 'Drivers in the NASCAR Hall of Fame' quiz

Kurt Busch News / ESPN / January 23

'Amazing feeling:' Busch leads 3 into NASCAR Hall

- Kurt Busch was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame on Friday night along with fellow drivers Harry Gant and Ray Hendrick.

NASCAR News / Field Level Media / January 23

Kurt Busch, Harry Gant, Ray Hendrick inducted into NASCAR Hall of Fame

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- From blue collar to blue jacket. That's a turn of phrase coined by Kurt Busch, but it could apply equally to the three newest inductees to the NASCAR Hall of Fame.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 23

Michael Jordan saw himself in NASCAR Hall of Famer Kurt Busch

NBA legend Michael Jordan saw a little bit of himself in Kurt Busch.

Carl Edwards says Kurt Busch 'paved the way' for him in NASCAR

Kurt Busch's arc Hall of Fame-worthy, but driving cements HOF induction

Kurt Busch, Harry Gant, Ray Hendrick inducted into NASCAR Hall of Fame

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

Jeff Gordon News / The SportsRush / January 23

'Legitimizes It A Little Bit More': Jeff Gordon’s Blunt Verdict on NASCAR Dumping the Playoff Format

Jeff Gordon has lived through every major competitive format modern-day NASCAR has put on the table. He raced in the era of full-season points accumulation, endured the original Chase format, and even competed during the brief window of the elimination-style Playoffs.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 23

Carl Edwards says Kurt Busch 'paved the way' for him in NASCAR

Carl Edwards and Kurt Busch were only teammates in NASCAR for a short time at Roush Racing, but the latter had a big effect on the former.

Kurt Busch's arc Hall of Fame-worthy, but driving cements HOF induction

How 'Handsome Harry' Gant earned NASCAR Hall of Fame induction

Connor Zilisch won't have any competition for NASCAR Rookie of the Year

Five best NASCAR rookie classes of all time

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 23

How huge winter storm is impacting NASCAR

The major winter storm that is set to impact the United States, including much of the southeast, has already impacted NASCAR.

Carl Edwards says Kurt Busch 'paved the way' for him in NASCAR

How 'weird' Clash at Bowman Gray differs from a normal NASCAR weekend

Connor Zilisch won't have any competition for Rookie of the Year

Five most anticipated races of 2026

Best NASCAR rookie classes of all time

Kurt Busch News / Athlon Sports / January 23

Kurt Busch to Receive Major NASCAR Honor on Friday

NASCAR will induct three new members into its Hall of Fame on Friday night. This will include Kurt Busch, Harry Gant, and Ray Hendrick. The ceremony will take place at 8 p.m.

Marcos Ambrose News / The SportsRush / January 23

Marcos Ambrose’s Legacy Goes Full Circle as Daughter Prepares to Drive His NASCAR Machine

Former Australian V8 Supercars turned NASCAR Cup Series driver, Marcos Ambrose, has adored his daughters like anything, and in fact, his girls were the first ones he would reconnect with after a long race weekend, as he once admitted.

Mark Martin News / The SportsRush / January 23

'I Wasn’t Going to Cry': Mark Martin Reveals the Biggest Reason NASCAR Fans Love Him So Much

Even though Mark Martin never won a NASCAR Cup Series championship, he was never taken lightly by the field. When Martin, who raced in the top tier from 1981 to 2013, had speed beneath him, he could beat anyone, regardless of reputation or résumé.

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The 'NFL undrafted receiving leaders' quiz

The 'NFL tight end receiving leaders' quiz

The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz

The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz

Chase Briscoe News / The SportsRush / January 23

'I’ve Been Balding Since 15-16': Chase Briscoe Addresses Talk Around ‘Latest Look’ That Caused Social Media Stir

Chase Briscoe had a spectacular 2025 season in the NASCAR Cup Series with Joe Gibbs Racing. A mere number of weeks away from the 2026 Daytona 500, he has been tuning himself to perform ever better and finally grab the championship, all in his second year with JGR.

Alex Bowman News / The SportsRush / January 23

Alex Bowman Feels New Hendrick Motorsports Facility Could Be A Game Changer for Drivers

Hendrick Motorsports has quietly been making investments in its workforce ahead of the 2026 season. As the team prepares for the first race of the year with its newly unveiled Chevrolet body, the organization has also turned its attention to the growing physical strain placed on drivers and crew members.

Rick Hendrick News / The SportsRush / January 23

Rick Hendrick Pays Ultimate Honor to Ray Evernham With Hendrick Motorsports’ Latest Investment

Ray Evernham was one of the most important pillars upon which Rick Hendrick built Hendrick Motorsports into the giant operation it is today. The veteran crew chief won three Cup Series championships, all with Jeff Gordon, and was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2018.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 23