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Carson Hocevar’s night at the Met Gala didn’t just catch fans off guard — it caught the attention of one of the most respected voices in NASCAR.And Dale Earnhardt Jr. didn’t hesitate to weigh in.On The Dale Jr. Download, Earnhardt made it clear he sees value in moments like this — even if they sit […] The post Dale Earnhardt Jr. Sends Clear Message After Carson Hocevar’s Met Gala Moment appeared first on HEAVY.
NASCAR’s newest breakout star just stepped into an entirely different spotlight — and the reaction was immediate.As the 2026 Met Gala unfolded Monday night in New York City, Carson Hocevar made a surprise appearance on one of the most high-profile red carpets in the world, placing the 23-year-old driver alongside global stars from fashion, film, […] The post NASCAR’s Carson Hocevar Stuns at the Met Gala — and Fans Can’t Believe It appeared first on HEAVY.
Reviewing the weekend at Texas Motor Speedway, Denny Hamlin called Kyle Busch's actions at the end of the race 'unacceptable.'
There is no love lost between Kyle Busch and John Hunter Nemechek following the finish at Texas Motor Speedway on Sunday.
Gonna keep going until he gets it right. Carson Hocevar gave us one of the most electric celebrations in NASCAR history last weekend after winning his first career Cup Series race at Talladega Superspeedway. After taking the checkered flag, Hocevar hopped out the window and sat on the door while driving his car all the way down the front stretch at Talladega to celebrate with fans: RIDE THE 'DENTE, @CarsonHocevar. Best celebration ever.pic.twitter.com/QO029DEnYD — Whiskey Riff (@WhiskeyRiff) April 26, 2026 […] The post Carson Hocevar Says He Plans To Continue His Talladega Celebration Until He Catches A Beer first appeared on Whiskey Riff.
Bubba Wallace saw his practice session end early after a crash at Texas Motor Speedway on Saturday. The incident came during Group 1 for the NASCAR race, the Würth 400. Wallace was driving the No. 23 Toyota for 23XI Racing when the car spun in Turns 1 and 2 and hit the outside wall. The […] The post Bubba Wallace Crash at Texas Motor Speedway Forces 23XI Racing Into Backup Plan appeared first on HEAVY.
Michael Jordan Responds To Stephen A. Smith’s Divisive Claim About NASCAR The Spun
Michael Jordan entered the NASCAR athlete debate after Stephen A. Smith said NASCAR drivers do not qualify as athletes. The comment came during a heated segment earlier in the week and quickly spread across the sports world. Jordan, now a NASCAR team owner, did not stay quiet. Smith later revealed on his SiriusXM show that […] The post Michael Jordan Fires Back at Stephen A. Smith Over NASCAR “Athlete” Debate appeared first on HEAVY.
The ESPN host sparked outrage last month when he ridiculed a caller on his SiriusXM radio show who pointed to legendary driver Richard Petty in a debate about the greatest athletes of all time.
If you had an issue with Stephen A. Smith boldly claiming NASCAR drivers aren’t real athletes, Michael Jordan agrees with you. Last week, Smith picked a fight with golfers and NASCAR drivers by proclaiming they’re not real athletes during an episode of his Mad Dog Sports Radio show on SiriusXM. Smith broached the hot take after a…
Reflecting on what would have been his legendary father’s 75th birthday. On April 29th, 1951, an icon was born as Dale Earnhardt came into the world to Ralph and Martha Earnhardt in Kannapolis, North Carolina. The son of a racing legend himself, Dale was born into a racing family, and he spent his life behind the wheel of a car and ultimately became the legend we all know and love. And this past Wednesday, April 29th, 2026, we marked what […] The post “Every Day Is A Dale Earnhardt Day” — Dale Earnhardt Jr. On Why He Doesn’t Get Sad On His Dad’s Birthday first appeared on Whiskey Riff.
The upcoming NASCAR drama series has officially been green lit at AMC. Racing fans will soon be able to take in the fictional story of Duane Whitlock and the Whitlock family, and Dennis Quad will be in the starring role. He’ll play a driver known by the nickname “The Wrecking Ball,” who is apparently a legend that’s famous for stock car racing and running moonshine in hill country. That would lead one to believe that the series will be set […] The post Dennis Quaid-Led NASCAR Series “Thunder Road” Officially Green Lit At AMC first appeared on Whiskey Riff.
Already considered an antagonist by Cowboys fans and the NBA's LeBron James , Stephen A. Smith has now turned on NASCAR drivers, whom he considers to be something other than athletes.
When NASCAR was at its peak in the United States in the late 90s and early 2000s, one name ruled the roost in the sport: Dale Earnhardt. Even now, 25 years after Earnhardt’s untimely death at the 2001 Daytona 500, the seven-time Cup Series champion is still the biggest name in the sport. Stars have come and […] The post INTERVIEW: Carson Hocevar May Not Be The Next Dale Earnhardt, But He’s Not Shying Away From The Comparisons appeared first on BroBible.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Issues Warning To Kyle Busch After Crew Firing The Spun
Chilling New Details Emerge Months After Death Of NASCAR’s Greg Biffle The Spun
The Stephen A. Smith NASCAR feud is drawing attention across sports media after Stephen A. Smith and Joey Logano exchanged public comments. The issue started when Smith questioned whether NASCAR drivers should be called athletes. His remarks, which included comparisons to stars like LeBron James and the legend Richard Petty, quickly became a major source […] The post Stephen A. Smith NASCAR Feud Takes a Harsh Turn With Joey Logano appeared first on HEAVY.
ESPN will begin to broadcast The CW Sports content, including the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, this upcoming summer.
Add NASCAR drivers to the growing list of those Stephen A. Smith has offended.
I think the real reason he hid it was because he was afraid of his dad… and I don’t blame him one bit. Dale Earnhardt Jr. has spoken before on his various podcasts about how he used to be a hardcore smoker, though a lot of people didn’t know because he went out of his way to try and hide it, and it sounds like he did a pretty good job at it. Even his wife, Amy, was surprised to […] The post Dale Earnhardt Jr. Reveals How He Was Able To Smoke On His Race Bus Without Anybody Knowing It first appeared on Whiskey Riff.
Not backing down. Stephen A. Smith started quite the firestorm in the NASCAR community last week when he dismissed NASCAR drivers by claiming that they’re not “athletes.” During a discussion on his Mad Dog Sports Radio show on SiriusXM, Smith was discussing NBA star LeBron James and where he ranks on the list of all-time great athletes when it comes to longevity. And later on in the show, someone suggested that 7-time NASCAR champion Richard Petty should be on that […] The post Stephen A. Smith Slams Joey Logano Over Comments On “Athlete” Debate: “Can We Grow Up?” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.
Stephen A. Smith told NASCAR drivers that they are not athletes, fueling a barrage of confrontational comments from drivers alike.
If Joey Logano thinks Stephen A. Smith is using NASCAR just to stay relevant, then Stephen A. Smith thinks Joey Logano needs to do some more research. Last week, Smith picked a fight with golfers and NASCAR drivers by proclaiming they’re not real athletes during an episode of his Mad Dog Sports Radio show on…
