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NASCAR Cup Series Drama at Martinsville Speedway as Kyle Busch Faces Costly Penalty

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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.

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‘He Was Mad’: Bubba Wallace Slams Into Carson Hocevar in Martinsville Wreck

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A late-race crash at NASCAR’s Martinsville Speedway is drawing immediate attention, and not just for the number of cars involved.On Lap 327 of the Cook Out 400, with 74 laps remaining, a caution flag flew after a multi-car wreck erupted in Turn 4. The incident quickly stacked up a large group of drivers, including Carson […] The post ‘He Was Mad’: Bubba Wallace Slams Into Carson Hocevar in Martinsville Wreck appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NASCAR Fans Were Shocked At Clint Bowyer’s Tone Deaf Comment To Denny Hamlin Ahead Of Martinsville Race

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Gotta think he would like to have that one back. NASCAR on FOX analyst, and retired Cup Series driver, Clint Bowyer made a comment during an interview with Denny Hamlin ahead of today’s Cook Out 400 at Martinsville Speedway that had fans cringing and blasting the announcer as “tone deaf” given all that Hamlin has been through over the past few months. Hamlin, of course, lost his father in a house fire at his North Carolina home last December that […] The post NASCAR Fans Were Shocked At Clint Bowyer’s Tone Deaf Comment To Denny Hamlin Ahead Of Martinsville Race first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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Meet the 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame Nominees: Harvick Headlines Stacked Ballot

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The NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2027 ballot is officially set, and it is one of the deepest and most intriguing modern era groups in recent memory.Headlined by former Cup Series champion Kevin Harvick, the 10-driver modern era ballot blends championship pedigree, fan-favorite personalities, and long-overdue names who helped shape multiple eras of the […] The post Meet the 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame Nominees: Harvick Headlines Stacked Ballot appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NASCAR Cup Series: Denny Hamlin Continues Cook Out 400 Control at Martinsville Speedway

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Denny Hamlin stayed in control of the NASCAR Cup Series race at Martinsville Speedway, winning Stage 2 and continuing his strong run from the pole. Hamlin led 156 of the first 162 laps and maintained track position through pit cycles and restarts. The race reached the halfway point under green-flag conditions, with few lead changes.Ty […] The post NASCAR Cup Series: Denny Hamlin Continues Cook Out 400 Control at Martinsville Speedway appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NASCAR Cup Series: Denny Hamlin Dominates Early, Wins Stage 1 at Martinsville Speedway

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Denny Hamlin controlled the opening segment of the NASCAR Cup Series race at Martinsville Speedway, leading from the pole and winning Stage 1. Hamlin led 65 of the first 73 laps and stayed out front under green flag conditions.The NASCAR Cup Series event opened without a caution, and only two drivers led laps in the […] The post NASCAR Cup Series: Denny Hamlin Dominates Early, Wins Stage 1 at Martinsville Speedway appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NASCAR Hall of Fame 2027 Nominees Revealed as Kevin Harvick Leads Modern Era Ballot

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The NASCAR Hall of Fame announced its nominees for the Class of 2027 on Sunday in Charlotte, setting up one of the most competitive ballots in recent years. The list includes drivers, crew chiefs, and builders who made a strong impact on NASCAR across different eras.Ten names appear on the Modern Era ballot, while five […] The post NASCAR Hall of Fame 2027 Nominees Revealed as Kevin Harvick Leads Modern Era Ballot appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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“It’s Not Win-or-Bust Anymore”: Christopher Bell Reacts to NASCAR Cup Series Chase Format

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Six races into the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season, the new Chase playoff format is already shaping how drivers race each week. NASCAR removed the win-and-in system and introduced a points-based format that rewards steady performance throughout a race.The change has shifted focus from chasing a single win to building points from start to finish. […] The post “It’s Not Win-or-Bust Anymore”: Christopher Bell Reacts to NASCAR Cup Series Chase Format appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Kimi Antonelli sets another record with win at Japanese GP

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Despite tumbling all the way from P1 to P6 on the opening lap, Kimi Antonelli recovered from a slow start and took advantage of the safety car on lap 22 on Sunday to win the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka International Racing Course. After posting consecutive wins, Antonelli has become the youngest championship leader ever … The post Kimi Antonelli sets another record with win at Japanese GP appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Michael Jordan Details How NASCAR Lawsuit Led to Massive Pay Reform

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Six-time NBA champion Michael Jordan is making his mark in NASCAR. His 23XI racing team has won four of six races in 2026, including the Daytona 500, but it’s Jordan’s work off the track that’s been most impactful. The Basketball Hall of Famer led a lawsuit against NASCAR, seeking to narrow the massive wage gap […] The post Michael Jordan Details How NASCAR Lawsuit Led to Massive Pay Reform appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Michael Jordan Willing to be “Kicked Out” ‘of NASCAR to Fix Wage Gap

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Michael Jordan may be a newcomer to NASCAR, but the Chicago Bulls icon is already radicalizing the sport.During a sit-down interview with CBS reporter Gayle King, the six-time NBA champion Jordan detailed how his lawsuit against NASCAR led to a massive change in NASCAR’s pay structure.Jordan noted that he was willing to be “kicked out” […] The post Michael Jordan Willing to be “Kicked Out” ‘of NASCAR to Fix Wage Gap appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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