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Samuel Stubbs

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Hailing from the same neck of the woods as NASCAR Hall of Famer Mark Martin, Samuel has been covering NASCAR for Yardbarker since February 2024. He has been a member of the National Motorsports Press Association (NMPA) since October of 2024. When he’s not writing about racing, Samuel covers Arkansas Razorback basketball for Yardbarker. He is also a member of the U.S. Basketball Writers Association (USBWA). Samuel will attend the University of Arkansas in the fall of 2025.

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Gio Ruggiero wins first career pole for NASCAR Truck Series race at Charlotte

NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series rookie Gio Ruggiero won his first career pole on Friday afternoon at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. 

What to know about Prime Video's NASCAR coverage

History will be made Sunday, as the 66th running of the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway will become the first NASCAR Cup Series race to be exclusively available on a streaming service.

Parker Retzlaff 'knew he needed a change' going into 2025 Xfinity season

One of the most under-the-radar storylines through the first three months of the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season has been Parker Retzlaff's impressive start to the season with Alpha Prime Racing.

Driver Christian Rasmussen: Calmer but 'always ... butterflies' before Indy 500

Danish driver Christian Rasmussen is preparing for his second Indianapolis 500 start behind the wheel of the No. 21 Chevrolet for Ed Carpenter Racing.  

Ryan Blaney: Racing on Memorial Day weekend 'puts things in perspective'

The Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway is a special race for many reasons. It's one of NASCAR's crown jewel races, as well as the longest race on the schedule.

Kurt Busch, Harry Gant, Ray Hendrick inducted into 2026 NASCAR Hall of Fame

On Tuesday, the three newest members of the NASCAR Hall of Fame were officially announced.

Carl Edwards says timing 'just feels right' to re-enter NASCAR spotlight

At first glance, Carl Edwards is a simple family man who lives on a farm in Columbia, Missouri. As an athlete who is a Hall of Famer in his respective sport of NASCAR racing, there's not a hint of brashness in his voice.

IndyCar issues major penalty to Team Penske after rules violation in Indianapolis 500 qualifying

An already disastrous weekend is now worse for Team Penske's IndyCar program.

Robert Shwartzman's 'tiny dream' of winning Indianapolis 500 pole comes to fruition

Going into qualifying for the 109th Indianapolis 500, 25-year-old Robert Shwartzman was fantasizing about winning the pole position.

NASCAR drivers show support for regular season race at North Wilkesboro

There seems to be near-unanimous agreement among those in the NASCAR industry regarding the future of NASCAR racing at North Wilkesboro Speedway. 

Christopher Bell fends off Joey Logano to win NASCAR All-Star Race, $1M prize

It was a million-dollar move from Christopher Bell with 10 laps to go that ended up winning the NASCAR All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway.

Robert Shwartzman becomes first rookie in 42 years to win Indianapolis 500 pole

For the first time in 42 years, a rookie will lead the field to the green flag in the Indianapolis 500.

Jacob Abel bumped out of 2025 Indianapolis 500 by teammate

In a battle of Dale Coyne Racing cars, Jacob Abel was bumped out of the 2025 Indianapolis 500. 

Carson Hocevar, John Hunter Nemechek in NASCAR All-Star Race, Noah Gragson wins fan vote

Carson Hocevar, John Hunter Nemechek and Noah Gragson are the three drivers left standing after the NASCAR All-Star Open at North Wilkesboro Speedway. 

Indianapolis 500 qualifying goes horribly wrong for Team Penske

A year after sweeping the front row in Indianapolis 500 qualifying, Team Penske came into 2025 looking to repeat the front row sweep.

Christopher Bell uses two-tire call to win All-Star Heat Race 2 at North Wilkesboro

A two-tire pit call by crew chief Adam Stevens was the winning move for Christopher Bell in All-Star Heat Race No. 2.

Hours after harrowing crash, Colton Herta qualifies for 109th Indianapolis 500

Just hours after a scary crash that saw him flip upside down in a shower of sparks, 25-year-old Colton Herta locked himself into the 2025 Indianapolis 500.

Brad Keselowski wins All-Star Heat Race 1 in dominating fashion

Brad Keselowski flexed his muscle and proved that his qualifying effort was no fluke. 

Chandler Smith wins NASCAR Truck Series race at North Wilkesboro in wild OT finish

Chandler Smith picked up his second win of the 2025 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season in a wild overtime finish at North Wilkesboro Speedway on Saturday.

Watch: Kyle Larson crashes again in Indianapolis 500 practice

For the second time in less than a month, Kyle Larson was involved in a practice crash at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. 

NASCAR levies major penalty against Chris Buescher, suspends crew chief for two races

On Thursday, NASCAR announced that Buescher and the No. 17 team were issued a major penalty for a front bumper cover violation on Buescher's No. 17 Ford.

'Like Elvis': Dale Earnhardt Jr., sister reflect on dad's legacy, documentary on his life

Perhaps no NASCAR figure is more revered than Dale Earnhardt Sr., who went from a kid stuck in the mill town of Kannapolis, North Carolina to auto racing's biggest stage.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. says NASCAR transition to streaming will be seamless as Prime Video prepares for five-race slate

NASCAR is preparing for a series of races which will be broadcast exclusively on Amazon's Prime Video.

Biggest names who aren't locked into 2025 NASCAR All-Star Race

Here are three of the biggest names who will have to race their way into the 2025 NASCAR All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway.