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'Never Given Enough Credit for His Talent'- Jeff Gordon Backs Overlooked HMS Star Amid Adversity-Filled Season

Alex Bowman’s 2026 season has tested him in ways that go far beyond the racetrack. A vertigo diagnosis added a physical hurdle at the beginning of the season, while the No.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / September 14

Larson trusted the process while going through long Cup Series winless drought

Kyle Larson trusted the process while going through long NASCAR Cup Series winless drought

The defending champion in any sport will always be under a microscope. Such has been the case for Larson and the No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports team this season.

NASCAR Enjoy Illinois 300 takeaways: Kyle Larson returns to victory lane with double-OT win at Gateway

Kyle Larson survives wreck-filled Enjoy Illinois 30, ends 51-race skid

Kyle Larson snaps 51-race winless drought at Gateway

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NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 29

'Don’t Know What He Learned Overnight'- Jeff Gordon Details HMS Protégé’s Unbelievable Struggle

Hendrick Motorsports currently boasts four elite drivers across its Cup Series stable while actively building for the organization’s long-term future. Vice Chairman Jeff Gordon recently revealed his deep admiration for a rising 20-year-old phenom who took an unconventional path to the team.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 28

Jeff Gordon Settles Debate Over NASCAR Moving Away From Its Roots

With Ben Kennedy and Steve O’Donnell now leading NASCAR’s front office, an old question has only grown louder: Is the sport evolving, or abandoning the identity that built its fan base?

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 27

'We Got Up Against the Wall': Jeff Gordon Exposes NASCAR Teams’ Lost Freedom Before Michael Jordan Stepped In

A charter agreement signed in September 2024 inadvertently led to one of the biggest changes in recent Cup Series history. Teams reluctantly accepted NASCAR’s “take it or leave it” deal, which included an expiration date for every charter.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 27

'People Would Be Shocked'- Jeff Gordon Unmasks Shocking Reality Behind Historic Hendrick Lifetime Contract

When someone says Hendrick Motorsports, Jeff Gordon’s name automatically comes to mind. A four-time Cup Series champion with Rick Hendrick and a 93-time winner at NASCAR’s highest level for the organization, he is one of the few legends to spend his entire Cup Series career with a single outfit.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 26

'He Didn’t Say Anything About Money'- Jeff Gordon Reveals Dale Earnhardt’s Crucial Contract Advice That Changed His NASCAR Career

For fans, Dale Earnhardt and Jeff Gordon represented two completely different sides of NASCAR. The black No. 3 and rainbow No. 24 became symbols of a heated generational rivalry.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 25

'We’re Not All Jeff Gordon'- NASCAR Veteran Drops Brutal Reality Check Backing Wood Brothers’ Controversial Cup Decision

It’s been a tough few months for Josh Berry. In June, he learned that he would not be driving the No. 21 Ford for Wood Brothers Racing next year, with Jesse Love set to replace him.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 23

Jeff Gordon Advocates for Modern IROC Revival After Doing Justice to Rick Hendrick’s Mandate

Jeff Gordon delivered a commanding performance on the streets of Washington, D.C, sweeping both International Race of Champions feature races during the Freedom 250 Grand Prix weekend and claiming the 2026 IROC title.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 22

'He’s Been Putting Some Pressure on Me'– Jeff Gordon Exposes Rick Hendrick’s Mandate for D.C. IROC Return

Jeff Gordon is heading back into IROC competition. But this time, there is an added incentive waiting for the NASCAR Hall of Famer. The revived series will race through the streets of Washington, D.C., during the Freedom 250 Grand Prix weekend, with the U.S.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / August 21

Jeff Gordon says this trait made it easy for Hendrick Motorsports to sign Connor Zilisch

All week, the talk in the NASCAR garage prior to the race weekend at New Hampshire Motor Speedway has been about Hendrick Motorsports' signing of Connor Zilisch for the 2028 season, which was announced Monday and made official Tuesday.

Connor Zilisch didn't want to do Justin Marks wrong while looking for new opportunity

Tristan McKee feels 'more comfortable' after NASCAR debut; fast early at New Hampshire

NASCAR's Truck Series isn't what it used to be for Christian Eckes

Layne Riggs wins pole for NASCAR Truck Series race at New Hampshire

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NASCAR News / DaytonaRacingDigest / August 3

Jeff Gordon comes clean on his decision to leave broadcasting after 'biased' accusations: 'It’s impossible not to'

After hanging up his racing gloves at the end of 2015, Jeff Gordon picked up the broadcasting mic with FOX Sports. However, his work was met with a mixed reception from the fans.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 31

Jeff Gordon reveals the one question he regretted not asking Dale Earnhardt

The rivalry between Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt wasn't one of hatred between two of NASCAR's all-time greats, but that doesn't mean that what one said

Jimmie Johnson won't regret 'second go' at NASCAR retirement

Soon-to-be 16-year-old readying for NASCAR debut at Richmond

Chase Briscoe says NASCAR's product at Indianapolis is 'worst-case scenario'

Quiet consistency has put Austin Cindric in contention for a Chase spot

How confident Cup Series drivers should be in race for final Chase spots

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / May 3

Jeff Gordon applauds Alex Bowman after strong Texas run

After three poor results to start the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season, followed by a four-race absence due to vertigo symptoms, Alex Bowman needed a monumental surge to get his momentum back and begin building towards a run at the Chase.

Chase Elliott holds off Denny Hamlin on late restart to win NASCAR Cup race at Texas

Denny Hamlin unable to catch, pass Chase Elliott in closing laps at Texas

Kyle Busch fades to 20th at Texas after bizarre incident with John Hunter Nemechek

Two-tire call allows Tyler Reddick to charge to fourth-place finish at Texas

The 'NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 winners since 2000' quiz

NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / April 2

Jeff Gordon Announces Return to Racing for April Event

At the age of 54, and almost ten years since his last major start in racing, Jeff Gordon is back behind the wheel. It even has a tie in with Ray Evernham, imagine that.

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 23

Five best NASCAR rookie classes of all time

Here are the five best rookie classes in Cup Series history.

Connor Zilisch won't have any competition for NASCAR Rookie of the Year

How 'Handsome Harry' Gant earned NASCAR Hall of Fame induction

'Humbled' Kurt Busch among trio set to enter NASCAR Hall of Fame

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 19

How Jeff Gordon denied Dale Earnhardt a second Daytona 500 win

In 1999, the Daytona 500 had plenty of storylines to follow as the 51st season of NASCAR competition got underway.

Tony Stewart's NASCAR return 'a big deal for the sport'

Daytona 500 champion to make NASCAR Truck Series debut at Daytona

NASCAR exec says 'hand-wringing' about playoff format began after 2024 season

Kyle Larson says NASCAR's old playoff system 'ran its course,' Chase format 'benefits everybody'

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 12

Top five moments from NASCAR's former playoff format

Here are the five best moments from NASCAR's playoff system that was in use from 2014-25.

NASCAR returns to 'Chase' format to decide champions in '26 and beyond

NASCAR’s return to the Chase signals a long-awaited shift back to simplicity

New championship format comes at perfect time for NASCAR

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NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / December 16

Jeff Gordon family reacts to daughter Ella being accepted to University of Michigan

How time flies. Jeff Gordon and his family recently celebrated as his daughter, Ella, read her acceptance letter for the University of Michigan. While the Hendrick Motorsports Chairman couldn’t be there in person, he made sure he was part of the big reveal.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / October 29

How Hendrick Motorsports leaders keep winningest team focused

How Hendrick Motorsports' leadership keeps NASCAR's winningest team focused forward

In the midst of a relative slump for driver Kyle Larson and the No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports team, crew chief Cliff Daniels decided that reading was going to be the team's summer bonding activity of choice.

NASCAR driver to miss second consecutive race due to concussion symptoms

Kaulig Racing signs two drivers for 2026 NASCAR Truck Series season

'It's an embarrassment': NASCAR champion slams playoff format if Corey Heim, Connor Zilisch fail to win championships

NASCAR driver suspended for Xfinity Series finale after intentionally wrecking competitor at Martinsville

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / October 27

Jeff Gordon says Hendrick Motorsports wants 2025 championship 'bad'

It's been nearly four years since Hendrick Motorsports last won a NASCAR Cup Series championship. For most teams, a four-year title drought isn't a drought at all.

NASCAR Xfinity 500 takeaways: William Byron delivers walk-off win to advance to Championship 4

2025 NASCAR championship race will be a true heavyweight battle

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 13, 2025

Shane van Gisbergen tied these NASCAR records with Sonoma win

Following his win in Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway, Shane van Gisbergen kept adding his name to NASCAR's record books.

King of the road: van Gisbergen dominates Sonoma, takes third win of 2025

Chase Briscoe compares van Gisbergen to Michael Jordan after Sonoma

Sonoma NASCAR Xfinity Series race was a preview of the future

The 'NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 winners since 2000' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / May 23, 2025

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.

A frustrating 'Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning' ends the franchise's run of greatness

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NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / January 19, 2025

Jeff Gordon Shares Touching Video Meeting Special Fan at 2025 Chili Bowl

Jeff Gordon made his NASCAR Cup Series debut in 1992. A couple of years before he competed in the 1990 Chili Bowl Nationals. He finished 16th. The Hendrick Motorsports vice chairman returned to Tulsa for the 2025 version of the premier midget race in the world to serve as the grand marshal.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / October 15, 2024

Jeff Gordon comments on Alex Bowman's Roval DQ

On Tuesday, Hendrick Motorsports vice chairman Jeff Gordon appeared on the "Morning Drive" segment on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio to address the penalty.

Charlotte disqualification, playoff elimination continues Alex Bowman's Next-Gen woes

Alex Bowman disqualified after Charlotte, putting Joey Logano in Round of 8

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 8, 2024

Gordon: Bowman's injuries have 'helped him motivate himself'

Jeff Gordon: Alex Bowman's injuries have 'helped him motivate himself'

Alex Bowman's win in Chicago didn't just lock him into the NASCAR Cup Playoffs, but it also broke an 80-race winless streak and serves as just another example of why you never give up.

Bowman breaks 80-race winless streak with rainy win in Chicago

Bowman reveals epic celebration planned after winning in Chicago

Week 20 NASCAR power rankings: Despite poor finish, new driver slides into No. 1 spot

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