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NASCAR insider reacts to Austin Hill suspension

NASCAR insider reacts to Austin Hill suspension

Austin Hill and his 2025 Xfinity Series championship hopes took a big hit Tuesday. NASCAR suspended Hill for Saturday’s HyVee Perks at Iowa Speedway for intentionally right rear hooking Aric Almirola in retaliation with 10 laps remaining in this past Saturday’s race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

NASCAR News / Last Word On Sports / July 30
Austin Hill Suspended, an Injury, and a Schedule Change: NASCAR News Flash

Austin Hill Suspended, an Injury, and a Schedule Change: NASCAR News Flash

Wow is there are plenty of headlines across all of NASCAR. Both stemming from Indianapolis and just within the sport alone. Here is your NASCAR News Flash for July 28th through August 3rd.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / July 30
Kenny Wallace reacts to NASCAR suspending Austin Hill: ‘It’s fun to play tough guy’

Kenny Wallace reacts to NASCAR suspending Austin Hill: ‘It’s fun to play tough guy’

NASCAR handed down a one-race suspension for Austin Hill after he right-rear hooked Aric Almirola in Saturday’s Xfinity Series race at Indianapolis. With the suspension, he also lost all of his playoff points.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / July 30
NASCAR VP Elton Sawyer explains decision to suspend Austin Hill

NASCAR VP Elton Sawyer explains decision to suspend Austin Hill

NASCAR announced a one-race suspension for Austin Hill for Saturday’s HyVee Perks 250 Xfinity Series race at Iowa Speedway. Hill’s punishment came after

NASCAR News / SpeedwayMedia.com / July 30
Austin Hill suspended after intentionally wrecking Aric Almirola at Indianapolis

Austin Hill suspended after intentionally wrecking Aric Almirola at Indianapolis

NASCAR has suspended Austin Hill for one race after determining that he intentionally wrecked Aric Almirola in the Xfinity Series race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / July 29
Richard Childress Racing responds to NASCAR suspension of Austin Hill, names replacement driver

Richard Childress Racing responds to NASCAR suspension of Austin Hill, names replacement driver

Richard Childress Racing (RCR) has responded to NASCAR suspending Austin Hill for his incident with Aric Almirola during the Xfinity Series race at Indianapolis this past weekend.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 29
Austin Hill's championship hopes take big hit after suspension

Austin Hill's NASCAR championship hopes take a big hit after suspension

Austin Hill's path to the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series championship just got a whole lot tougher. 

NASCAR makes major Austin Hill decision after controversial Indianapolis crash
Denny Hamlin calls out Austin Hill after Indianapolis: 'There's no way you can be that dumb'
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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 30
NASCAR makes Austin Hill decision after controversial crash

NASCAR makes major Austin Hill decision after controversial Indianapolis crash

NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Austin Hill will take an unplanned vacation this weekend.

Hill's championship hopes are taking a big hit due to NASCAR's decision
Denny Hamlin calls out Hill: 'There's no way you can be that dumb'
Hamlin reveals what major NASCAR change would postpone his retirement
NASCAR driver injured after horrifying crash in dirt race
How top four NASCAR drivers are trending in race for regular-season title
NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / July 29
Kevin Harvick rips Austin Hill and NASCAR, reacts to Richard Childress fiery response

Kevin Harvick rips Austin Hill and NASCAR, reacts to Richard Childress fiery response

One of the more controversial moments from the weekend that was at Indianapolis Motor Speedway for NASCAR happened during Saturday’s Xfinity Series race.

NASCAR News / Last Word On Sports / July 28
JRM Reaches 100 Xfinity Series Victories. Meanwhile Austin Hill is Becoming a Problem

JRM Reaches 100 Xfinity Series Victories. Meanwhile Austin Hill is Becoming a Problem

What a weekend it was in Indianapolis.  Saturday’s Xfinity Series race certainly delivered plenty of major talking points for the sport. Connor Zilisch once again proved to be arguably the best young talent seen in years.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / July 28
NASCAR insiders rip Austin Hill after Xfinity drama, predict potential suspension

NASCAR insiders rip Austin Hill after Xfinity drama, predict potential suspension

Austin Hill is taking heat from two NASCAR insiders for hitting Aric Almirola at the Xfinity Series race at Indianapolis Speedway. On The Teardown podcast, Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi of The Athletic reacted to Hill making the dangerous move.

NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / July 28
Kyle Larson Doesn’t Mince Words on Austin Hill’s Ugly Xfinity Move at Indianapolis

Kyle Larson Doesn’t Mince Words on Austin Hill’s Ugly Xfinity Move at Indianapolis

Kyle Larson is recognized as one of the best drivers in the world. He’s witnessed a lot of racing throughout his career in NASCAR and outside of it. He

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 28
Denny Hamlin calls out Austin Hill after Indianapolis

Denny Hamlin calls out Austin Hill after Indianapolis: 'There's no way you can be that dumb'

Austin Hill was the subject of much scrutiny following Saturday's NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Aric Almirola accuses another driver of intentionally wrecking him at Indianapolis
Richard Childress addresses idea of suspension for Hill
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NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / July 27
NASCAR Insider predicts two Cup drivers to replace Austin Hill amid suspension speculation

NASCAR Insider predicts two Cup drivers to replace Austin Hill amid suspension speculation

Austin Hill could be facing a suspension for right rear hooking Aric Almirola during Saturday’s race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Obviously, another driver would need to fill-in for Hill in the No.

NASCAR News / FirstSportz / July 27
Aric Almirola Ridicules Austin Hill Over 'Intentional' Indy Xfinity Wreck

Aric Almirola Ridicules Austin Hill Over 'Intentional' Indy Xfinity Wreck

The Xfinity Series at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Saturday was full of controversy. RCR star Austin Hill allegedly rear-hooked Aric Almirola on purpose as the two were in a close battle.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 26
NASCAR insiders weigh in after Austin Hill's controversial move

NASCAR insiders weigh in after Austin Hill's controversial move

Austin Hill's controversial move in the closing laps of Saturday's NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway has already been the topic of much discussion among those in the NASCAR industry.

Aric Almirola accuses another driver of intentionally wrecking him at Indianapolis
Connor Zilisch wins wild NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Indianapolis
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Connor Zilisch drops not-so-subtle hint about his NASCAR future
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NASCAR News / EasySportz / July 26
NASCAR Xfinity Driver Austin Hill Makes Braindead Mistake

NASCAR Xfinity Driver Austin Hill Makes Braindead Mistake

SPEEDWAY, Ind. — Austin Hill’s aggressive move in Saturday’s Pennzoil 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway has sparked controversy, landing him a five-lap penalty and a probable suspension from NASCAR’s senior vice president of competition, Elton Sawyer, known for his stern “Sawyer Strikes” disciplinary approach.

NASCAR News / Last Word On Sports / July 25
NASCAR Xfinity Series at Indianapolis Motor Speedway Preview

NASCAR Xfinity Series at Indianapolis Motor Speedway Preview

The Xfinity Series is racing at the Brickyard, Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Here is everything you need to know for the Xfinity Series Pennzoil 250 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

NASCAR News / Last Word On Sports / July 11
NASCAR Xfinity Series at Sonoma Raceway Preview and Predictions

NASCAR Xfinity Series at Sonoma Raceway Preview and Predictions

For the second week in a row, the NASCAR Xfinity Series heads to road courses, this time taking us away from the Windy City to wine country, Sonoma, California.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 10
NASCAR Sonoma Prize Money: Total Purse Value for the 2025 Toyota/Save Mart at Sonoma Raceway

NASCAR Sonoma Prize Money: Total Purse Value for the 2025 Toyota/Save Mart at Sonoma Raceway

NASCAR returns to hilly terrains this weekend for its 20th race weekend of the 2025 Cup Series season. The upcoming event at the 12-turn Sonoma Raceway is a crucial destination in the lead-up to the playoffs.

NASCAR News / Racing America on SI / April 5
XFINITY: Hill Says Drivers Need to Look in Mirror After Martinsville

XFINITY: Hill Says Drivers Need to Look in Mirror After Martinsville

After a chaotic finish to last Saturday's NASCAR Xfinity Series US Marine Corps 250 at Martinsville Speedway, which ended with a ton of torn up race cars,

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