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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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Kyle Busch's 2024 season hits rock bottom at New Hampshire

If you thought things couldn't get any worse for Kyle Busch after Iowa, you were wrong.

Christopher Bell wins wild NASCAR Cup Series race at New Hampshire

After nearly six hours — including a two hour and 14 minute red flag for weather — Christopher Bell proved he's still the king of New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

Carson Kvapil continues steady, consistent start to NASCAR career

 At just 21 years old, Carson Kvapil continues to show an uncanny maturity as he embarks on his NASCAR career.

Cole Custer comes up just short of Xfinity Series win in New Hampshire

Cole Custer dominated the Xfinity Series race in New Hampshire but managed only a third-place finish.

NASCAR driver disqualified after Xfinity Series race at New Hampshire

 NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Matt DiBenedetto was dinged for loose lugnuts.

Christopher Bell uses three-wide move in OT to capture Xfinity Series race at New Hampshire

Christopher Bell absolutely owns New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at New Hampshire canceled, Chase Elliott on pole for USA Today 301

Rain has officially canceled NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

New Hampshire gives Martin Truex Jr. a good chance for elusive 2024 win

Martin Truex Jr. is retiring at the end of the 2024 season, but that doesn't mean he's no longer competitive. 

Mother Nature may force NASCAR to race at New Hampshire on Tuesday

NASCAR could have to juggle its schedule with weather set to play a chaos role in New Hampshire this weekend.

Justin Haley impressing in first season with Rick Ware Racing

Justin Haley may only be 30th in the NASCAR Cup Series points standings, but he's turning heads on a weekly basis. 

Cole Custer's path back to the NASCAR Cup Series is now clear

It appears that Cole Custer may soon find himself back in the NASCAR Cup Series.

Brandon Jones' NASCAR career stuck in neutral at JR Motorsports

NASCAR driver Brandon Jones has been spinning his wheels since joining JR Motorsports.

Gene Haas retains charter, will still have a presence in NASCAR

 Gene Haas isn't done with NASCAR quite yet. 

Ryan Preece could be the odd man out in NASCAR free agency

With Stewart-Haas Racing shutting down at the end of the 2024 season, all four of their Cup Series drivers will need a new home. While three of their drivers may have options, Ryan Preece could be kicked to the curb.

Chase Elliott having championship-caliber season after disappointing 2023

 To say Chase Elliott's 2023 season was disappointing is an understatement.

Alex Bowman quietly putting together solid season after rough 2023

Alex Bowman is flying under the radar, and until he wins, that will likely remain the case.

10 predictions for second half of NASCAR Cup Series season

When the checkered flag falls Sunday at New Hampshire Motor Speedway for the USA Today 301, the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season will be halfway over. That means that after four months of setting the stage, it's time to think about the big picture before deciding a champion at the Phoenix Raceway.

Wood Brothers Racing president comments on team's prolonged struggles

It's no secret that the Wood Brothers have struggled in NASCAR Cup Series competition this year. The historic team fields the No. 21 Ford Mustang for driver Harrison Burton, who currently sits 33rd in points of 34 full-time drivers.

This NASCAR driver has officially become a U.S. citizen

The 32 year-old from Monterrey, Mexico took the oath to become a U.S. citizen on Tuesday along with 47 other individuals, with NASCAR President Steve Phelps serving as the keynote speaker at the ceremony.

NASCAR Truck Series playoff bubble watch: Where the field sits with four races remaining in regular season

With 12 of the 23 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series races on the 2024 calendar complete, just four races remain before the Truck Series playoffs start at the Milwaukee Mile on Aug. 25.

NASCAR spotter expects Joe Gibbs Racing to confirm big addition soon

23XI Racing spotter Freddie Kraft seems to think this driver going to Joe Gibbs Racing is nothing short of a done deal.

A.J. Allmendinger had an impressively bad weekend at Iowa Speedway

A.J. Allmendinger entered the NASCAR weekend at Iowa Speedway hoping to take home two trophies. However, his Goodyear tires had other plans, and they made for two short races for Allmendinger.

Denny Hamlin's awful day at Iowa was a missed opportunity for the No. 11 team

Going into Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway, Denny Hamlin was considered one of the favorites to win. When the checkered flag flew over the Iowa Corn 350, however, you would have barely known that Hamlin cranked up his engine. 

Iowa win shows Ryan Blaney is in championship form as NASCAR hits halfway point

It appears that Ryan Blaney is finally back in championship form.

Josh Berry proves short-track prowess with strong effort at Iowa

Josh Berry has proven plenty capable of crushing short tracks in the NASCAR Cup Series.