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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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Corey Lajoie's NASCAR hourglass may be running out of sand

One NASCAR Cup Series rookie may be threatening Lajoie's job security — and his NASCAR future as a whole.

NASCAR finally ends speculation on Kyle Larson's playoff waiver

The waiver is required for Larson to be playoff eligible after missing the start of the Coca-Cola 600 on May 26 when inclement weather delayed the start of the Indianapolis 500 earlier in the day. 

Kyle Busch says he 'can't afford days like this' after crash at Gateway

Sunday's Enjoy Illinois 300 at Gateway was viewed by many as Kyle Busch's best chance to clinch a playoff berth. After crashing out of the race on Lap 140, his playoff hopes continue to grow dimmer.

Team Penske exec says team 'never lost faith' in Austin Cindric amid winless streak

Cindric returned to victory lane after a long absence, but his team never lost faith in the driver amid the drought.

Austin Cindric details his experience during wild final laps at Gateway

NASCAR Cup Series driver Austin Cindric was ready to celebrate after a wild win at Gateway.

Austin Cindric's crew chief details what he learned from Ford teammates ahead of Gateway win

Sunday's Enjoy Illinois 300 at Gateway was a prime example of why NASCAR Cup Series crew chiefs get paid the big bucks. 

Ryan Blaney's misfortune is Austin Cindric's gain after wild final lap at Gateway

The phrase "it's not over until it's over" fully captured the essence of Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Gateway. 

Noah Gragson says it's 'hard to balance' present and future among Stewart-Haas Racing's closure

With Stewart-Haas Racing announcing its closure at the end of the 2024 season, plenty of fans have been wondering about the future of its four-driver lineup in the NASCAR Cup Series. 

Michael McDowell searching for season-changing win at Gateway

Michael McDowell has a chance to change his season in a big way on Sunday. 

Shane van Gisbergen's Portland win proves he's more than a one-hit wonder

Despite winning in his first NASCAR start last summer on the streets of Chicago, plenty of fans were still skeptical of Shane van Gisbergen's potential in NASCAR. That changed on Saturday.

Corey Heim dominates at Gateway for fourth Truck Series win of 2024 season

NASCAR Truck Series driver Corey Heim continued to roll on Saturday.

Denny Hamlin on 23XI charter situation: 'Bigger priorities' right now

Speaking in the World Wide Technology Raceway media center, Hamlin commented on 23XI's charter situation.

Team Penske tops the charts in NASCAR Cup Series practice at Gateway

Team Penske seems to be the organization to beat early in the NASCAR weekend at Gateway.

Joey Logano in desperate need of a big performance in St. Louis

Not only is Logano yet to win a race in 2024, but he currently sits outside of the playoff picture altogether.

NASCAR team announces it will expand, run three Cup Series cars in 2025

A day after Stewart-Haas Racing announced its closure at the end of the 2024 season, one of its charters has likely found a new home.

NASCAR's St. Louis trip might be what Kyle Busch needs to save his season

Following NASCAR's trip to St. Louis last season, Kyle Busch was considered a championship favorite. Heading into NASCAR's trip to St. Louis this year, he may miss out on the playoffs entirely. 

Championship-winning NASCAR team to shut down after 2024 season

After much speculation by fans and pundits alike, Stewart-Haas Racing will officially close its doors at the conclusion of the 2024 NASCAR season.

NASCAR fails to follow precedent by calling rain-shortened Coca-Cola 600 early

Despite rain and a windstorm that delayed the 65th running of the Coca-Cola 600 on Sunday night, fans at home and the drivers at the track thought that NASCAR would at least attempt to finish the crown jewel race.

Christopher Bell needed Coca-Cola 600 triumph in the worst way

The Coca-Cola 600 may have turned into the Coca-Cola 373.5 when things were all said and done, but Christopher Bell will take his victory no matter how long or short the race was.

Josef Newgarden wins Indianapolis 500 with a thrilling last-lap pass

With a thrilling last-lap pass, Josef Newgarden became just the sixth driver in Indianapolis 500 history to win the race in back-to-back years.

Watch: Big crash ensues on Lap 1 of 2024 Indianapolis 500

A former Indy 500 winner and a 2024 Indy 500 rookie are already out of the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500.

Another heartbreak for Justin Allgaier as Chase Elliott wins Xfinity Series race

For what seems like the umpteenth time this season, Justin Allgaier lost a race in heartbreaking fashion.

Corey Heim shows immense maturity at Charlotte, despite loss, disqualification

For a 21-year-old, Corey Heim is mature as they come, especially behind the wheel of a racecar. 

NASCAR driver disqualified after Truck Series race

Corey Heim initially thought he came up just short of victory in Friday's NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Charlotte, but as it turns out, he'll end up as far from a win as you can get.