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Connor Zilisch committed to NASCAR, would ‘definitely’ consider racing in Formula One

This season, Connor Zilisch will make his full-time NASCAR Cup Series debut for Trackhouse Racing. The 19-year-old has as much hype behind him as any motorsport prospect in recent memory.

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Heavy fog triggers longest caution in Rolex 24 history

Felipe Nasr and Porsche Penske Motorsport won the Rolex 24 at Daytona International Speedway for the third consecutive year on Sunday, but it was Mother Nature who arguably had the most impressive achievement in the 24-hour endurance race.

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

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

How huge winter storm is impacting NASCAR

Dale Earnhardt Jr. News / The SportsRush / January 25

'I Freaking Love It': Dale Earnhardt Jr. Opens Up About His Unusual Hobby Off the Track

Ever wondered what path Dale Earnhardt Jr. might have taken had racing not defined his life? The answer came straight from the source during a recent episode of his podcast, where Dale Jr.

Connor Zilisch News / EasySportz / January 25

Connor Zilisch, Rolex 24 Field Navigate Extended Overnight Caution

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Somewhere between the third cup of coffee and the first accidental nap on the couch, the true diehards revealed themselves. Through the wee hours of Sunday morning, the Rolex 24 at Daytona remained under extended full-course yellow as dense fog and poor visibility blanketed the speedway.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 25

'Rick Hendrick Called Me': Mark Martin Reveals Getting A New Lease of Life Late in His Career

Mark Martin participated in every Cup Series race that was held from 1988 to 2006, and his appearances during this stretch came behind the wheel of the No.

Chase Elliott News / The SportsRush / January 25

Chase Elliott Sees Little Change in Driver Mentality Amid NASCAR Return to the Chase Format

The return of the Chase format may have clarified the championship picture for fans and viewers, but from Chase Elliott’s seat, it does not fundamentally reshape how drivers approach the job inside the car.

Dale Jarrett News / The SportsRush / January 25

'Needs to Go on the Ballot': Dale Jarrett Makes Passionate Hall of Fame Case for Two NASCAR Legends

The NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2026 inductees took to the stage earlier this week, with the likes of Kurt Busch, Harry Grant, and Ray Hendrick all achieving immortality.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 24

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.

NASCAR News / Total Apex Sports / January 24

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

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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

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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

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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.