Richard Childress Vows to Fix RCR’s 2026 Slump Despite ‘Missing Something’
Richard Childress openly addressed RCR's brutal 2026 struggles, vowing to fix their alarming slump despite currently "missing something."

Richard Childress openly addressed RCR's brutal 2026 struggles, vowing to fix their alarming slump despite currently "missing something."

YOUTUBER and Nascar driver Cleetus McFarland has opened up on the death of his friend, Greg Biffle. McFarland made his Nascar debut on Saturday in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series,…

The NASCAR Cup Series is seeing a surge in attention, and Kenny Wallace believes two names are driving that momentum. According to Wallace, the involvement of Michael Jordan and Cleetus McFarland has pushed NASCAR back into wider conversation.Jordan’s success as co-owner of 23XI Racing continues to deliver results on the track, while McFarland’s growing presence […] The post Kenny Wallace Says NASCAR’s Growing Spotlight Comes from Michael Jordan and Cleetus McFarland appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Kyle Busch and seven Cup stars join the Bristol Truck field, threatening Corey Heim’s bid for a five hundred thousand dollar sweep.

For now, Cleetus McFarland is going to have to stick to short-track racing in NASCAR.McFarland, whose real name is Garrett Mitchell, had intentions on running the upcoming O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Talladega Superspeedway.Unfortunately for the Nebraska native, it was announced on Tuesday, April 7, that he will not be approved to compete in […] The post Cleetus McFarland Denied Approval for NASCAR Talladega Race appeared first on Heavy Sports.

NASCAR has denied Cleetus McFarland's entry to race at Talladega, citing the need for more experience in Trucks and ARCA.

Not gonna be screaming around there like a bald eagle…at least not in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series. Cleetus McFarland announced this afternoon that NASCAR did not grant him approval to run the upcoming race at Talladega in NASCAR’s lower series, which would have been his second career start in the OAPS. If you’re not familiar with the racer whose real name is Garrett Mitchell, he built a massive following online as a YouTuber and in 2020 bought an abandoned […] The post Cleetus McFarland Says NASCAR Denied His Approval To Run O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Race At Talladega first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Cleetus McFarland admits he does not care if NASCAR blocks his Talladega run, following his debut with Richard Childress Racing.

Mark Martin has never been one to shy away from voicing his opinion on NASCAR.On the heels of YouTube sensation Cleetus McFarland making his O’Reilly Auto Parts Series debut, the NASCAR Hall of Famer got honest about the driver’s performance. McFarland started the race 35th and wound up 32nd. In a recent episode of the “Door […] The post Mark Martin Sounds off on Cleetus McFarland’s O’Reilly Debut appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Cleetus McFarland admits he got his "butt kicked" in his RCR debut at Rockingham but still managed to meet his team's goals.

Rick Mast warns that Kyle Busch's "old attitude" amid his 100-race slump is naturally starting rumors about his RCR exit.

Ty Dillon applauds Cleetus McFarland's NASCAR debut at Rockingham, validating the Richard Childress Racing deal for the rookie.

Rajah Caruth took responsibility after making contact with Jesse Love during the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race on April 4, 2026, at Rockingham Speedway. The incident at NASCAR Rockingham Speedway occurred early in the race. Caruth, driving the No. 88 JR Motorsports Chevrolet, attempted to move behind Love’s No. 2 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet.He […] The post NASCAR Rockingham Speedway: Rajah Caruth Apologizes After Contact With Jesse Love appeared first on Heavy Sports.

A career-first for the young driver from Joe Gibbs Racing. Full results for the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series at Rockingham.

YouTuber Cleetus McFarland prepares for his highly anticipated stock car racing debut with Richard Childress Racing at Rockingham.

Previewing the Rockingham O'Reilly race, featuring Corey Day's pole, Cleetus McFarland's RCR debut, and JR Motorsports' streak.

Cleetus McFarland went out first in qualifying, and the YouTuber quickly learned that this was not going to be an easy weekend at Rockingham.

With more rain causing issues with NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series practice and qualifying, the field has been set.

Cleetus McFarland has stepped into the spotlight ahead of his NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series appearance at Rockingham Speedway, addressing criticism about his place in stock car racing. The automotive YouTuber, who built a large following online, recently secured a part-time opportunity with Richard Childress Racing for the 2026 season.His entry has drawn attention from […] The post NASCAR: Cleetus McFarland Responds to Critics, “If They’re Letting Me Do It, I’m In” appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Rockingham Speedway returns to the spotlight in 2026 as the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series and the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series headline a two-day race weekend in early April.The historic North Carolina oval will host the Black’s Tire 200 on April 3 and the North Carolina Education Lottery 250 on April 4. Both events feature […] The post NASCAR 2026 Entry Lists Set for Rockingham Speedway Weekend appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Bubba Wallace's spotter Freddie Kraft slams the driver's Martinsville meltdown, warning that it threatens his title hopes.

Kyle Busch faces three career-defining options to escape his frustrating Richard Childress Racing deal and save his legacy.

Kyle Busch’s difficult start to the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season continued Sunday at Martinsville Speedway during the Cook Out 400. The Kyle Busch-led No. 8 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet received an uncontrolled tire penalty after a pit-road incident involving rookie Connor Zilisch.The issue happened under green-flag pit stops and forced Busch to restart from […] The post NASCAR Cup Series Drama at Martinsville Speedway as Kyle Busch Faces Costly Penalty appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Kyle Busch defends the current Hall of Fame structure, pushing back against growing calls for a Cup Series-only standard.
