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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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Alex Palou fends off Marcus Ericsson to win 109th Indy 500

Alex Palou can now officially be defined as one of the greatest drivers in IndyCar history. 

Watch: Fuel pressure issues end Josef Newgarden's quest for Indy 500 three-peat

Josef Newgarden's bid for a historic three-peat in the Indianapolis 500 came to an early end on Sunday.

For the second year in a row, completion of the 'Double' evades Kyle Larson

For the second year in a row, Kyle Larson will not complete all 1100 miles of the Indianapolis 500-Coca-Cola 600 "Double."

Chase Briscoe edges Kyle Larson for Coca-Cola 600 pole

Chase Briscoe seems to have a knack for winning the pole position for NASCAR's crown jewel races.  On Saturday, Briscoe won the pole for the Coca-Cola 600. 

Carson Hocevar tops the speed chart in NASCAR Cup Series practice at Charlotte

Carson Hocevar paced the NASCAR Cup Series field in Coca-Cola 600 practice on Saturday afternoon. 

Ross Chastain has 'no idea' what to expect ahead of Coca-Cola 600

On Sunday, Chastain will make his eighth start in the Coca-Cola 600.

Taylor Gray wins pole for NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Charlotte

A pair of NASCAR Xfinity Series rookies will lead the field to the green flag for Saturday's BetMGM 300 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.   

NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 preview: Favorite, underdog, top storylines

Here's what you need to know before the 66th running of the crown jewel event. 

Corey Heim gets redemption, wins NASCAR Truck Series race at Charlotte

A week after he spun out on the final lap while racing for the win at North Wilkesboro, Corey Heim got redemption and put together a perfect race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. 

Jeff Gordon says Tom Cruise 'wants Days of Thunder 2'

According to NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon, a sequel to the hit 1990 film "Days of Thunder" is something star actor Tom Cruise wouldn't be opposed to. 

'Be a sponge': U.S. Army Specialist Kevin McCrea to be honored by Ross Chastain at Coca-Cola 600

On Sunday at Charlotte Motor Speedway, US Army Specialist Kevin McCrea will receive a very special honor. 

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.