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NASCAR Cup Series Driver Tyler Reddick Breaks Silence on New Deal as 2026 Season Heats Up

Tyler Reddick has secured his long-term future with 23XI Racing after confirming a contract extension during a trackside interview on Sunday. The NASCAR Cup Series points leader made the announcement as he prepares for another key race in the 2026 schedule.The deal keeps him in the No. 45 Toyota Camry for the team co-owned by […] The post NASCAR Cup Series Driver Tyler Reddick Breaks Silence on New Deal as 2026 Season Heats Up appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Reaction to Driver’s Flip: “Smoke Coming Out of My Ears”

Dale Earnhardt Jr. opened up about his reaction to Carson Kvapil’s violent flip in last Saturday’s NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Kansas.The JR Motorsports owner was not present for Saturday’s race. Meanwhile, Kvapil led the field to the green flag in the No. 1 JR Motorsports Chevrolet.On just the second lap, after contact […] The post Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Reaction to Driver’s Flip: “Smoke Coming Out of My Ears” appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Denny Hamlin Blasts NASCAR Overtime: ‘That Doesn’t Feel Like It’

Denny Hamlin isn’t holding back.After another frustrating finish at Kansas Speedway, the Joe Gibbs Racing veteran has stepped directly into one of NASCAR’s most polarizing debates — and made it clear where he stands on overtime.Hamlin led 131 laps in Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series race at Kansas, controlling the event deep into the final stage […] The post Denny Hamlin Blasts NASCAR Overtime: ‘That Doesn’t Feel Like It’ appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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“I Talk A LOT Of Trash To Him” — Denny Hamlin Explains His Reaction In Viral Video With Michael Jordan

Well, if you’re going to talk trash to Michael Jordon, this is kind of what you deserve. This past weekend at Kansas Speedway during the NASCAR Cup Series race, Denny Hamlin found himself battling his own driver at the end of the race, which Tyler Reddick ultimately won. But his boss, Denny, was ahead with just a handful of laps to go, though Reddick managed to run him down and even pass his boss – before he ran out of […] The post “I Talk A LOT Of Trash To Him” — Denny Hamlin Explains His Reaction In Viral Video With Michael Jordan first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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Denny Hamlin Clearly Wasn’t In The Mood For Michael Jordan’s Trash Talk After Getting Beaten By His Own Team At Kansas

He wanted to win that one for himself. It’s gotta be a little strange for Tyler Reddick and Denny Hamlin to find themselves racing each other for the win at the end of a NASCAR Cup Series race. Denny, of course, drives the #11 car for Joe Gibbs Racing, but is also the co-owner of 23XI Racing alongside NBA legend Michael Jordan, and owns the #45 car of Tyler Reddick along with the #23 car of Bubba Wallace and the […] The post Denny Hamlin Clearly Wasn’t In The Mood For Michael Jordan’s Trash Talk After Getting Beaten By His Own Team At Kansas first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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NASCAR Cup Series: Michael Jordan Reacts After Reddick’s Kansas Victory

Tyler Reddick delivered another strong result in the NASCAR Cup Series, winning Sunday’s AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway after a late overtime restart. The 23XI Racing driver held off Kyle Larson in the closing laps to secure his fifth victory of the 2026 season.Reddick started from the pole and remained near the front throughout the […] The post NASCAR Cup Series: Michael Jordan Reacts After Reddick’s Kansas Victory appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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How to Watch All NASCAR Races at Kansas Speedway 2026: Schedule and TV Coverage

NASCAR returns to Kansas Speedway in 2026 for two race weekends that carry weight in the regular season and the playoffs. The spring event runs from April 17 to April 19 and includes the ARCA Menards Series, the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, and the NASCAR Cup Series. The fall weekend takes place from September […] The post How to Watch All NASCAR Races at Kansas Speedway 2026: Schedule and TV Coverage appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NASCAR: Austin Hill Calls Out Teammate After Early Kansas Lottery 300 Spin

Austin Hill saw his race end far earlier than expected in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series event at Kansas Speedway. The incident occurred in Stage 1, when Hill spun out after contact with teammate Jesse Love at Turn 4.He completed only 37 laps before exiting the race. Hill later reviewed the replay and explained […] The post NASCAR: Austin Hill Calls Out Teammate After Early Kansas Lottery 300 Spin appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NASCAR Kansas Speedway Trouble: Jesse Love Admits Costly Teammate Crash

Jesse Love faced a difficult moment early in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Kansas Speedway after an on-track incident ended his teammate’s day. The Richard Childress Racing drivers were running close together when contact changed the course of both of their races.Austin Hill, who had been in a position to compete near […] The post NASCAR Kansas Speedway Trouble: Jesse Love Admits Costly Teammate Crash appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NASCAR: Austin Hill, Jesse Love Incident at Kansas Speedway Leaves RCR With Damage

Trouble came early for Richard Childress Racing during the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Kansas Lottery 300 at Kansas Speedway. Two of its drivers, Austin Hill and Jesse Love, made contact while racing for position late in Stage 1. What looked like a routine fight for points quickly turned into a crash that ended Hill’s […] The post NASCAR: Austin Hill, Jesse Love Incident at Kansas Speedway Leaves RCR With Damage appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Kansas Speedway: Daniel Dye’s Post-Suspension Run Ends in Late Disappointment

Daniel Dye returned to competition Saturday night with a strong result but fell just short of victory at Kansas Speedway. Driving the No. 24 Chevrolet for Sigma Performance Services Racing, the 22-year-old finished second in the ARCA Menards Series Tide 150 after a late restart battle.Daniel Dye crossed the line just 0.19 seconds behind Gio […] The post Kansas Speedway: Daniel Dye’s Post-Suspension Run Ends in Late Disappointment appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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“I Can Make His Life Hell” – Kyle Busch Wasn’t Happy With Comments Denny Hamlin Made About Him On His Podcast

I guess the good news for Denny is he’ll have to catch him first. It’s no secret that it’s been a tough couple of years for two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch. Busch moved to Richard Childress Racing back in 2023 after 15 seasons at Joe Gibbs Racing, and initially it seemed like things were going to work out well for both sides with three wins in the first 15 races. But since then, things have gone south for […] The post “I Can Make His Life Hell” – Kyle Busch Wasn’t Happy With Comments Denny Hamlin Made About Him On His Podcast first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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NASCAR Kansas Speedway Lineup Confirmed: Weather Washes Out Qualifying, Rule Book Sets Grid

Severe weather forced NASCAR to cancel all on-track activity Friday at Kansas Speedway, wiping out practice and qualifying for the Kansas Lottery 300. Officials made the call after rain, lightning, and a tornado watch created unsafe conditions around the track.With no laps completed, NASCAR used its rule book to set the starting lineup for Saturday’s […] The post NASCAR Kansas Speedway Lineup Confirmed: Weather Washes Out Qualifying, Rule Book Sets Grid appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NASCAR Cup Series Entry List at Kansas Speedway Adds an Interesting Name

NASCAR Cup Series officials have released the official entry list for the AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway. The race is set for Sunday, April 19, and marks the 16th running of the event at the 1.5-mile track.According to an update shared by Bob Pockrass, a total of 37 cars are entered for the race. The […] The post NASCAR Cup Series Entry List at Kansas Speedway Adds an Interesting Name appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NASCAR O'Reilly Series Qualifying Canceled due to Rain, Starting Lineup From Kansas

With rain and thunderstorms coming into the area, NASCAR had to call off ARCA and O'Reilly Auto Parts Series practice and qualifying for Friday night.

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Kansas NASCAR Weekend Schedule: Full Lineup + Key Storylines to Watch

NASCAR arrives at Kansas Speedway with a full three-day schedule — and a weekend that carries real weight across the 2026 season.From key on-track sessions to a Cup race that could shape the intermediate-track hierarchy, Kansas is more than just another stop. Add in major off-track storylines and momentum questions coming out of Bristol, and […] The post Kansas NASCAR Weekend Schedule: Full Lineup + Key Storylines to Watch appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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