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NASCAR at Talladega odds

Will anyone be able to end Ford's streak at Talladega? The last seven winners at the track have come from Ford as well as 8 of the last 9.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR cuts speeds at Talladega

Some drivers were reporting closing speeds of more than 208 mph in the first practice session Friday at Talladega.

Arthur Weinstein

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Johnson finishes Boston Marathon

The NASCAR champ finished a very different race Monday, when he completed his first Boston Marathon in a little over three hours.

Gabrielle McMillen

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NASCAR at Richmond results: Martin Truex Jr. ends 80-race short-track winless streak

Martin Truex Jr. held off a charging Joey Logano in the final lap to pick up his first Cup Series win of the season.

Thomas Schlarp

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What channel is NASCAR on today? Time, TV schedule for Richmond race

Today's NASCAR race returns to Fox as the TV channel, and the start time for the Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond is 7:30 p.m. ET. Here is how to watch today's NASCAR race.

Tadd Haislop

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NASCAR race weather: Will rain delay the Richmond race?

What are the chances of a rain delay during the NASCAR Cup race in Richmond on Saturday night? The weather forecast is promising, but rain will be a threat.

Tadd Haislop

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NASCAR at Richmond: Start time, lineup, TV schedule, live stream for Toyota Owners 400

Kyle Busch will try to make it three straight wins at Richmond Raceway and his second in a row this season on Saturday.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR starting lineup at Richmond

Kevin Harvick is in a good position to get his first win of the year at a track where he has won three times in his career.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR odds at Richmond

Kyle Busch is a heavy favorite to win his third straight race at Richmond but Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin have good chances to win too.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR's 2019 Cup cars are the most badass-looking cars in series history

NASCAR Cup Series cars have never looked more badass than they do in 2019. Kudos to Chevy, Ford and Toyota.

Tadd Haislop

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NASCAR results at Bristol: Kyle Busch holds off brother at Food City 500, continues dominant start to season

Kyle Busch held off his older brother Kurt in the final 10 laps to record his third win of the season and eighth career victory at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Thomas Schlarp

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What channel is NASCAR on today? Time, TV schedule for Bristol race

Today's NASCAR race returns to FS1 as the TV channel, and the start time for the Food City 500 at Bristol is 2 p.m. ET. Here is how to watch today's NASCAR race.

Tadd Haislop

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NASCAR starting lineup Bristol

Ryan Blaney flew around the track in Round 2 but it was Chase Elliott who won the pole.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Bristol schedule

Kyle Busch has seven career wins in Bristol but Kevin Harvick has seven straight top-10 finishes.

Thomas Lott

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Hailie Deegan shares story about costly fuel mistake on Twitter

The 17-year-old driver prospect is looking at a five-figure repair bill.

Tom Gatto

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NASCAR results at Texas: Denny Hamlin claim victory at O'Reilly Auto Parts 500

Sporting News provided live lap-by-lap updates from Hamlin's tough O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 win. He was assessed a couple of penalties on pit road early in the race, but overcame those mistakes.

Dan Bernstein

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What channel is NASCAR on today? Time, TV schedule for Texas race

Today's NASCAR race returns to FOX's flagship TV channel, and the start time for the O’Reilly Auto Parts 500 at Texas is 3 p.m. ET. Here is how to watch today's NASCAR race.

Tadd Haislop

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NASCAR at Texas schedule

Brad Keselowski got his second win of the season at Martinsville, but he'll have his hands full with Kyle Busch at Texas Motor Speedway.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR starting lineup at Texas: Jimmie Johnson wins pole after sweeping qualifying

Jimmie Johnson won a pole in Texas for the first time in seven years.

Thomas Lott

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Clint Bowyer furious with NASCAR, Ryan Newman after failing to make second round of Texas qualifying

Bowyer was prevented from getting onto the track when Newman blocked his path on pit road in the first round of qualifying.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Martinsville results: Highlights from Brad Keselowski's STP 500 win

Brad Keselowski won the STP 500 on Sunday.

Blair Berry

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NASCAR starting lineup at Martinsville: Joey Logano on pole; Kevin Harvick starts fourth

Fords swept the first four spots in qualifying for the STP 500 on Sunday.

Thomas Lott

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STP 500 schedule

Kyle Busch has won the last two races and clearly has a better car than anyone else on the track right now.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR odds at Martinsville

Kyle Busch is looking for his third consecutive win this weekend at Martinsville.

Thomas Lott

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Martinsville race offers NASCAR fewer package questions, more great racing

It feels like the NASCAR Cup Series race at Martinsville this weekend is arriving at a perfect time. Hopefully, as driver Ryan Preece told SN, the focus will not be on the rules package being utilized.

Tadd Haislop

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NASCAR at California results: Kyle Busch earns 200th career national series win in Auto Club 400

Busch won every stage and cruised to victory in a convincing performance in Fontana, Calif.

Dan Bernstein

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Auto Club 400 schedule

Kyle Busch is coming off of his first NASCAR win of the year, but he has been on fire of late winning each of the last two Xfinity races.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR starting lineup at California: Austin Dillon wins Auto Club 400 pole with time of 0.00

In possibly the most bizarre qualifying run ever seen, Austin Dillon won the pole without running a lap.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR odds at Fontana

Kyle Busch is coming off of his first win of the year, but he is on fire. Kyle Larson is going to do all he can to cool him off though.

Thomas Lott

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Kyle Busch has an opportunity at NASCAR history, but he's looking way beyond milestone

The Joe Gibbs Racing star can reach 200 combined victories in NASCAR's top three series at Auto Club Speedway.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR at California: Jimmie Johnson says enforcing pit road speed in qualifying is 'logical'

The seven-time Cup champion wonders why the rule change wasn't made before the start of the season.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR new rules package: 2019 schedule for aero package at every Cup race

This schedule breaks down the rules/aero package NASCAR will use at each Cup Series race in 2019.

Tadd Haislop

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Tony Stewart among those added to NASCAR Hall of Fame nominee list

Tony Stewart is a three-time Cup champion as a driver and a two-time champion as a team owner.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR rule changes for 2019: New aero package, postrace inspection penalties explained

NASCAR made several rule changes ahead of the 2019 Cup Series season, including a new aero package and, much to the delight of fans and race teams alike, a new postrace inspection policy. Here are the details.

Tadd Haislop

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NASCAR results at Phoenix: Highlights from Kyle Busch's TicketGuardian 500 win

Busch earned career win No. 199 with a dominant display in the desert.

Dan Bernstein

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TicketGuardian 500 schedule

Kyle Busch has finished fourth or better in six of seven trips to ISM Raceway in Phoenix.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR starting lineup at Phoenix: Ryan Blaney wins pole; Chase Elliott qualifies second

Ryan Blaney won his first pole of the season at ISM Raceway outside Phoenix.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR odds at Phoenix

Kyle Busch and Kevin Harvick will likely duel for the win this year which is always good entertainment.

Thomas Lott

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Hailie Deegan, Brehanna Daniels, Breanna O'Leary carrying the torch for women in motorsports

The NASCAR Wire Service commemorates International Women’s Day by featuring some of the women who are making big contributions to stock car racing.

Holly Cain

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Reactions aside, NASCAR’s new rules package brings sport a step closer to its roots

In a conversation with SN, Joey Logano reiterated an important point about the new NASCAR rules package some are criticizing: At least his No. 22 Ford Mustang is now more like the Mustangs available at dealerships.

Tadd Haislop

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NASCAR at Las Vegas: Race results, highlights from Joey Logano's win at Pennzoil 400

Joey Logano narrowly outdueled his Penske teammate to hold on for his first win of the season at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

Thomas Schlarp

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NASCAR starting lineup at Las Vegas: Kevin Harvick wins 26th career pole

Kevin Harvick won his 26th career pole at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Friday.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR odds at Las Vegas

Brad Keselowski has a great chance to get his second win in a row but Martin Truex Jr. will have something to say about that Sunday.

Thomas Lott

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Pennzoil Oil 400 schedule

Coming off of a win, Brad Keselowski leads NASCAR to one of his favorite tracks. Here's everything to know about the Pennzoil 400, including how to watch live on TV and stream online.

Thomas Lott

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Rising star Hailie Deegan wins again in NASCAR K&N Pro Series West

Last year, Hailie Deegan became the first woman ever to win a NASCAR K&N West race. The 17-year-old is picking up where she left off, earning the victory in the first race of the 2019 season.

Tadd Haislop

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NASCAR at Atlanta: Race results, highlights from Brad Keselowski's nail-biting QuikTrip500 win

A sick Brad Keselowski finished strong to win his first race of the season. Sporting News is tracked live lap-by-lap results and highlights from the Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

Thomas Schlarp

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Martin Truex Jr.: With new rules, we've seen the last of a 'Big Three'

The 2017 Cup champion says it's unlikely that NASCAR will see a repeat of what he, Kevin Harvick and Kyle Busch accomplished in 2018: a combined 20 wins in 36 points races.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at Atlanta: Date, time, starting lineup, TV schedule, live stream from QuikTrip 500

The Daytona 500 is over and now the season really gets going in Atlanta with the Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500. Here's everything to know about the race, including how to watch live on TV and stream online.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR starting lineup at Atlanta: Aric Almirola wins pole; Ricky Stenhouse Jr. starts second

Aric Almirola will start on the pole in Sunday's Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway. He will attempt to become the first winner from the pole at the track since Kasey Kahne in 2006.

Thomas Lott

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Daytona 500 results: Highlights from Denny Hamlin's chaotic, crash-filled win

As the 2019 Daytona 500 played out Sunday, SN tracked lap-by-lap results and highlights. See how this year's edition of the Great American Race unfolded.

Dan Bernstein

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Single-file racing in Daytona 500? NASCAR chairman hopes not

The 2019 Daytona 500 will not feature the single-file racing in the outside lane that many describe as boring ... if NASCAR chairman Jim France has his way.

Tadd Haislop

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What time does Daytona 500 start? TV channel, live stream, odds for 2019

The start time for the 2019 Daytona 500 is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. ET, but the green flag will wave later than that. Here is all you need to know about when and how to watch the Daytona 500.

Tadd Haislop

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Daytona 500 starting lineup adjusted as Kyle Larson, others move to rear

The starting lineup for the 2019 Daytona 500 was set earlier in the week, but three drivers, including NASCAR Cup Series title contender Kyle Larson, will have to start the race from the back of the field after last-minute changes.

Tadd Haislop

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NASCAR at Daytona odds

NASCAR's first Cup Series race of the 2019 season has arrived. Here's a full guide to betting on the Daytona 500, including updated race odds and predictions.

Thomas Lott

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Daytona 500 2019 schedule

The Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series opens its 2019 schedule with the Daytona 500. Here's everything to know about the "Great American Race," including how to watch live on TV and stream online.

Thomas Lott

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Daytona 500 starting lineup: Qualifying results, pole winner, driver entry list

The Gander RV Duel qualifying races set the Dayton 500 starting positions.

Dan Bernstein

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Daytona 500 victory remains Kyle Busch's holy grail

The Harley J. Earl Trophy has eluded Kyle Busch through 14 full seasons at NASCAR's highest level. He'll make another run at it Sunday.

Reid Spencer

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Daytona Speedweeks schedule

The 2019 NASCAR season is here, kicking off in Daytona this weekend with familiar faces in new places, a huge rule change and more.

Arthur Weinstein

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Kevin Harvick, Joey Logano lead Ford sweep of Daytona Duel qualifiers

Cup champions Kevin Harvick and Joey Logano will line up behind young races William Byron and Alex Bowman on Sunday.

Reid Spencer

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Daytona Duels 2019: Qualifying race start times, lineups, TV channel, live stream

Now called the Gander RV Duel races at Daytona, the 2019 edition of the qualifying races for the Daytona 500 are set for Thursday. Here is all you need to know about the Daytona Duels in 2019, including the TV schedule, live streaming info and the points format.

Tadd Haislop

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Daytona 500: William Byron's new pairing with Chad Knaus completes circle

William Byron paid attention to Jimmie Johnson’s success with crew chief Chad Knaus while growing up. Now Byron is working with Knaus at Hendrick Motorsports.

Reid Spencer

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Clash at Daytona 2019: Results, highlights from Jimmie Johnson's rain-shortened exhibition win

Jimmie Johnson won a rain-shortened Advance Auto Care Clash. SN provided race updates and highlights.

Thomas Schlarp

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NASCAR starting lineup at The Clash: Paul Menard starts on pole, Kyle Busch 2nd at Daytona

The lineup is set for the first competitive race of the 2019 season, Sunday's Clash at Daytona.

Thomas Lott

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Clash at Daytona 2019: Start time, TV channel, live stream for Daytona 500 exhibition race

The Advance Auto Parts Clash at Daytona is the first in a series of races held at the track in the lead-up to "The Great American Race" on Feb. 17. Here's how to watch live on TV and stream online.

Dan Bernstein

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NASCAR at Daytona odds

NASCAR's first race of the season is a prelude to the Daytona 500. Here's everything to know about gambling on the race, including betting odds and fantasy advice.

Thomas Lott

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Aric Almirola took the high road after Daytona 500 wreck — now he's back

Aric Almirola is optimistic about his chances in this year's race — if he can just complete the last mile in the lead. He was that close to a win in 2018 before crashing.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR Hall of Fame welcomes distinguished class of 2019 inductees

Jeff Gordon headlines a group that also includes Jack Roush, Roger Penske and the late Davey Allison and Alan Kulwicki.

Reid Spencer

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Hall of Fame inductee Alan Kulwicki did things his way

Alan Kulwicki bridged eras and expectations. As with many competitors who preceded him, Kulwicki worked on his own cars. The 1992 Cup champion also realized the growing importance of succeeding on the buttoned-up corporate side.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR's 'Cat in the Hat,' Jack Roush, to become the 'Cat in the Hall (of Fame)'

Jack Roush has engineered field championship cars at every level of NASCAR competition and is considered one of the sport's most important innovators.

Holly Cain

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Davey Allison's contributions to NASCAR never to be forgotten with Hall of Fame induction

More than 25 years after his death, Davey Allison is still celebrated for his great success on the track and his admirable following away from it. His Hall of Fame selection will keep him in the minds of the racing community.

Holly Cain

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Jeff Gordon transcended NASCAR throughout Hall of Fame career

Jeff Gordon was one of the best to ever compete in NASCAR, and he took the sport to a new level out of the car as well.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR connections abound in 2019 Rolex 24 at Daytona

AJ Allmendinger, who was an overall champion in 2012, will be racing and reporting from the track. Dale Earnhardt Jr. will be one of his broadcast colleagues. Other drivers will be competing in the weekend event.

Holly Cain

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Jimmie Johnson, Chad Knaus acclimating to reality of their split

The longtime Hendrick Motorsports driver-crew chief team was broken up at the end of the 2018 Cup Series season.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR Hall of Fame enshrinement another box checked for legendary team owner Roger Penske

"The Captain" has been the driving force behind Team Penske's long-running success in the Cup Series.

Holly Cain

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Joey Logano champions foundation during NASCAR awards show speech

"Let's just remember that life is so much more than what we see here tonight," the 2018 Cup Series says during his speech in Las Vegas.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at Homestead-Miami: Championship race results, highlights, reaction

The NASCAR Cup Series championship was determined at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Sunday. Here's how Joey Logano won the title.

Dan Bernstein

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Martin Truex Jr. reacts to Joey Logano's NASCAR Cup Series championship win

"He passed me so fast we didn't have a chance to do anything."

Dan Bernstein

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'Everything in play': NASCAR president open to dramatic changes

Steve Phelps said doubleheaders and midweek races among potential shifts in NASCAR.

Dan Bernstein

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NASCAR at Miami schedule

Joey Logano, Kyle Busch, Martin Truex Jr. and Kevin Harvick will fight for NASCAR's championship this weekend.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR starting lineup at Homestead-Miami: Denny Hamlin wins pole; Kyle Busch starts 2nd

The Championship 4 will start as follows: Kyle Busch in second, Martin Truex Jr. in third, Joey Logano in fifth and Kevin Harvick in 12th.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR Cup championship: Qualifying drivers, final points standings, race schedule

Updated Cup Series points standings, championship race format and everything else you'll need to know as NASCAR enters the home stretch of its 2018 season.

Alyssa Sconzo

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Tyler Reddick wins at Homestead in stunning Xfinity championship run

The JR Motorsports driver, his car skimming the wall for most of the race, blew past his Championship 4 rivals en route to a runaway title-clinching victory.

Reid Spencer

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Championship 4 shift their focus to NASCAR's season finale at Homestead-Miami

The "Big 3" and one of the hottest drivers on the circuit will race for a championship on the last day of the Cup season.

Holly Cain

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Can one of NASCAR's Big Three cap off the season with a second title?

Kyle Busch, Martin Truex Jr. and Kevin Harvick have dominated the Cup Series in 2018. They'll be working to claim the big trophy on the final Sunday of the season.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at Phoenix: Race results, highlights from Kyle Busch's Can-Am 500 victory

Joey Logano, Kyle Busch, Martin Truex Jr. and Kevin Harvick advanced to the title race.

Dan Bernstein

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NASCAR at Phoenix: Look for drama in the desert with three Playoff spots up for grabs

Seven drivers will be competing on Nov. 11 for berths in the season-ending Championship 4 race.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at Phoenix: TV schedule, streaming info for Can-Am 500

Kyle Busch and Martin Truex Jr. are in position to make it to the Championship 4, but their spots are far from guaranteed.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR starting lineup at Phoenix: Kevin Harvick wins pole as several playoff drivers struggle

After losing his spot in the Championship 4 to a penalty, Harvick is on the playoff bubble, but starting on the pole at Phoenix helps.

Arthur Weinstein

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Jimmie Johnson psyched for car swap with Formula 1 champ Fernando Alonso

"Let's do something different, and let’s truly get time in each other’s cars," Johnson said of his switch with Alonso in Bahrain in early December.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at Texas: Race results, highlights from Kevin Harvick's overtime win

Kevin Harvick hung on to win the AAA Texas 500 and secure his spot in the Championship 4. Sporting News provided race updates and highlights.

Alyssa Sconzo

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NASCAR at Texas: TV schedule, streaming info for AAA Texas 500

The Big 3 have a great chance to lock up a spot in the final four with a win this week at the 1.44-mile Texas Motor Speedway.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR starting lineup at Texas: Ryan Blaney wins third pole of season

Ryan Blaney will start up front Sunday in the AAA Texas 500.

Thomas Lott

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Joey Logano on bump-and-run against Martin Truex Jr.: Just short-track racing

Joey Logano isn't apologizing for racing hard for the playoff win at Martinsville.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR at Martinsville: Race results, highlights from Joey Logano's narrow win

Logano held off Martin Truex Jr. to claim the victory.

Dan Bernstein

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NASCAR at Martinsville: TV schedule, streaming info for First Data 500

Chase Elliott is looking for his third win in his last four races, but Kyle Busch will have something to say at one of his best tracks.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Kansas: Race results, highlights from Chase Elliott's win

Chase Elliott won at Kansas on Sunday, while Brad Keselowski was eliminated from playoff contention.

Dan Bernstein

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NASCAR starting lineup at Kansas: Joey Logano wins first pole of season

Joey Logano will start up front in a race in which the winner has come from the pole each of the last two times.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Talladega: Results, highlights from 1000Bulbs.com 500

The NASCAR Cup Series playoffs Round of 12 continued from Talladega on Sunday.

Drew Nantais

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NASCAR starting lineup at Talladega: Kurt Busch wins pole as Stewart-Haas Racing sweeps top 4

Kurt Busch won his first career pole at a restrictor-plate track. Stewart-Haas Racing had a great outing as well.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Dover: Race result, highlights from 'Gander Outdoors 400'

In the first stop of the NACAR Cup Series playoffs Round of 12, Chase Elliott outlasted the field to claim victory after a late crash.

Dan Bernstein

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Jimmie Johnson mistake gives ROVAL 400 the crazy ending NASCAR craved

Jimmie Johnson was eliminated from the Cup Series playoffs after crashing into Martin Truex Jr. on the final stretch Sunday. But, as Speedway Motorsports CEO Marcus Smith said, it was "new highlight footage for NASCAR."

Dan Bernstein

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NASCAR at Charlotte ROVAL: Results, highlights from Ryan Blaney's stunning victory

SN provided live updates and highlights during Sunday's race at the Charlotte ROVAL. Here's how it went down.

Jacob Janower

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Steve Phelps underscores collaborative efforts in new role as NASCAR president

"We have to have folks put self-interest aside sometimes and see what's in the collective best interest of the sport in order for it to be healthy," NASCAR's fifth president told reporters.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR Silly Season: Ryan Newman to drive No. 6 Roush Fenway Ford in 2019

The longtime NASCAR driver will leave Richard Childress Racing at the end of the 2018 Cup season.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at Richmond: Race results, highlights from Kyle Busch's playoff win

Kyle Busch delivered a come-from-behind victory to take the checkered flag at Richmond Raceway.

Jacob Janower

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NASCAR starting lineup at Richmond: Kevin Harvick wins pole, Denny Hamlin second

After a disappointing wreck in Las Vegas, Kevin Harvick will start first in the second race of NASCAR'S playoffs.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR playoffs 2018: Race schedule, standings, postseason format

Here are the NASCAR standings, race schedule and format for this year's playoffs.

Jacob Janower

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NASCAR at Las Vegas: Race results, highlights from Brad Keselowski's dramatic playoff win

Keselowski claimed his third straight race, outlasting the field in a crash-filled playoff opener.

Dan Bernstein

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Ryan Newman leaving Richard Childress Racing, says he has full-time ride elsewhere

Newman began driving for RCR in 2014.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR starting lineup at Las Vegas: Erik Jones wins pole for first playoff race

Erik Jones won his first pole of the season at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. He and Joey Logano will be on the front row.

Thomas Lott

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Hailie Deegan not satisfied with historic run in Las Vegas K&N race

Hailie Deegan isn't interested in being the "first girl" to accomplish things. She just wants to finish first.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR at Indianapolis: Results, highlights from Brad Keselowski's Brickyard 400 victory

Brad Keselowski wins back-to-back races after winning the Brickyard 400 on Monday.

Alyssa Sconzo

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NASCAR at Indianapolis: Kasey Kahne seeking answers to dehydration issues that sidelined him

Dehydration has been a chronic problem for Kasey Kahne and it came to a head at Darlington even though he had made a point to stay hydrated in the days leading up to the event.

Reid Spencer

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Brickyard 400: Quirky results at Indy could endanger Hendrick teammates' Playoff hopes

The races within the race on Sunday could involve Jimmie Johnson vs. Alex Bowman, or potentially Johnson vs. Bowman vs. fellow Hendrick driver William Byron.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at Darlington: Results, highlights from Brad Keselowski's Bojangles' Southern 500 victory

Despite not leading until lap 346 of 367, Brad Keselowski took home his first victory of the season.

Christian Shimabuku

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NASCAR at Bristol: Race results, highlights from Kurt Busch's victory

Results and highlights from the Bass Pro Shops NRA Night Race at Bristol, which Kurt Busch won to secure a spot in NASCAR's playoffs.

Drew Nantais

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Martin Truex Jr. still waiting for 2019 plans to come into focus

The 2017 Cup Series champion is in a contract year and his team's main sponsor is going away. Both realities are causing a lot of uncertainty about the driver of the No. 78 car.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR starting lineup at Bristol: Kyle Larson wins pole, Chase Elliott 2nd for Night Race

Larson was the best in qualifying Friday and won the pole for one of NASCAR's most popular races.

E.Jay Zarett

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NASCAR at Michigan race results

Check out the results and highlights from the Consumers Energy 400.

Drew Nantais

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NASCAR starting lineup at Michigan: Denny Hamlin wins second consecutive pole; Kyle Busch 2nd

Hamlin topped all three rounds of qualifying for the first time in his career at Michigan International Speedway.

Thomas Lott

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Ford rolls out Mustang model slated for 2019 Cup Series; drivers get first look

The iconic model will make its Cup debut in February at the Daytona 500.

Matt Crossman

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Jimmie Johnson gives Chase Elliott friendly push to victory lane

When Chase Elliott ran out of fuel on his victory lap on Sunday at Watkins Glen, seven-time champion Jimmie Johnson helped push him back to the finish line to celebrate with his team.

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NASCAR at Watkins Glen: Results, highlights from Go Bowling at The Glen

Check out the latest highlights and live updates from Go Bowling at The Glen.

Drew Nantais

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NASCAR starting lineup at Watkins Glen: Denny Hamlin earns first pole of season

Denny Hamlin will start at the front on the New York road course; Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Kyle Busch will begin second.

Thomas Lott

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Kyle Busch’s success all about execution, Denny Hamlin says

"He's really good about being able to finish better with a car that's not quite as good," Hamlin says of his Joe Gibbs Racing teammate, who rallied to win at Pocono on July 29.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at Pocono: Results, highlights from Kyle Busch's win at Gander Outdoors 400

Check out SN's highlights and results from Kyle Busch's win at the Gander Outdoors 400 at Pocono.

Kenan Goyette

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NASCAR at Pocono starting lineup: Daniel Suarez awarded pole after multiple DQs

Post-qualifying inspections shake up the Pocono starting lineup. The top two qualifiers, Kevin Harvick and Kyle Busch, are forced off the front row, which benefits Daniel Suarez.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at New Hampshire: Results, highlights from Kevin Harvick's win

Follow along with Sporting News for live updates from the Foxwoods Resort Casino 301.

Gabe Fernandez

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NASCAR starting lineup at New Hampshire: Kurt Busch wins pole; Martin Truex Jr. will start second

Kurt Busch is still looking for his first win of the season; he's well-positioned to get it Sunday after capturing the pole position in Loudon.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Kentucky: Results, highlights from Martin Truex Jr.'s win at Quaker State 400

SN's results and highlights from Martin Truex Jr.'s commanding victory in the Quaker State 400 at Kentucky Speedway.

Kenan Goyette

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NASCAR at Kentucky schedule, TV

Martin Truex Jr. will look to defend his title at Kentucky Speedway this week after a runner-up finish at Daytona.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR starting lineup at Kentucky: Martin Truex Jr. wins pole; Erik Jones to start 2nd

Martin Truex Jr. is the defending race winner of the Quaker State 400, and he's in great shape to win again.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR schedule: Date, time, TV channel for every 2018 Cup Series race

Here's the full 2018 race schedule for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series.

Gabe Fernandez

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NASCAR results at Daytona: Erik Jones earns first Cup win in wreck-filled Coke Zero Sugar 400

Jones passes Martin Truex Jr.— who finished second — on the final lap to take the checkered flag. AJ Allmendinger places third.

E.Jay Zarett

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NASCAR at Daytona: Results, highlights from Erik Jones' Coke Zero Sugar 400 win

Results and highlights from Erik Jones' Coke Zero Sugar 400 win at Daytona.

Kenan Goyette

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NASCAR at Daytona: Two 'Big Ones' take out several race contenders

The Coke Zero Sugar 400 took a nasty turn in Stage 2, thanks to a pair of big wrecks.

Tom Gatto

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NASCAR at Daytona: Postrace DQ costs Justin Haley win in Xfinity Series; Kyle Larson benefits

Kyle Larson and Justin Haley celebrated a win at the Subway Firecracker 250. Haley went first, but NASCAR later determined that he broke the rules to finish first.

Thomas Lott

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Kyle Busch: All the racers out there appreciated Chicagoland finish

The driver of the 18 stressed the give-and-take aspect of racing as he recounted his successful last-lap battle with Kyle Larson. The exchange even won the praise of a NASCAR legend.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR starting lineup at Daytona: Chase Elliott on pole; teammate Alex Bowman second

Chase Elliott blew the field away Friday to take the top spot for the Coke Zero Sugar 400.

Thomas Lott

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Review: Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s debut on NASCAR broadcast an instant classic

The former star driver showed an acumen for broadcasting that gave every indication he will be as successful in the broadcast booth as he was on the track.

Jordan Bianchi

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NASCAR at Daytona: Toyota gets another chance to reverse plate-race curse

Daytona, and plate racing in general, seems to be an Achilles heel for Toyotas in NASCAR's Cup Series. Will the bad luck continue for the likes of Kyle Busch and Martin Truex Jr. this weekend?

Tadd Haislop

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NASCAR at Daytona schedule, TV

Austin Dillon won the first race of the year at Daytona, but no driver has won back-to-back races at the site since Jimmie Johnson in 2013.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Chicagoland: Results, highlights from Kyle Busch's Overton's 400 victory

Kyle Busch won the Overton's 400 in a wild finish, staving off Kyle Larson for his fifth victory of the season.

Christian Shimabuku

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NASCAR starting lineup at Chicagoland: Paul Menard wins first pole of season; Martin Truex Jr. starts 12th

Paul Menard had a tough run last week at Sonoma, but had two top-10s in his previous four races before that.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Chicago schedule, TV

Martin Truex Jr. will be going for his third win in four races in Chicago Sunday.

Thomas Lott

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. returns to track as NBC analyst, and fans can't wait to watch

NASCAR's most popular driver for 15 years running is beginning the next phase in his racing life.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR at Sonoma results: Highlights from Martin Truex Jr.'s Toyota/Save Mart 350 victory

Martin Truex Jr. breezed past the field in the Toyota/Save Mart 350 on Sunday for his third victory of the season.

Christian Shimabuku

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NASCAR at Sonoma schedule, TV

NASCAR takes on the first road-course race of the season in the Toyota/Save Mart 350.

Thomas Lott

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Alba Colon brings a lot more than expertise to engineering role at Hendrick Motorsports

Team owner Rick Hendrick says his new director of competition systems is "a terrific person, a smart engineer" and "so good at communication with the people."

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at Michigan: Results, highlights from Clint Bowyer's FireKeepers Casino 400 victory

Clint Bowyer won a rain-shortened FireKeepers Casino 400 on Sunday, his second win of the season.

Christian Shimabuku

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NASCAR at Michigan schedule, TV

Kyle Larson has won the past three races at Michigan International Speedway.

Arthur Weinstein

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NASCAR starting lineup at Michigan

Kyle Larson will be going for his fourth straight win at Michigan Sunday, but he will have to do it from a ways back as he qualified 26th.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Pocono: Results, highlights from Martin Truex Jr.'s Pocono 400 victory

Martin Truex Jr. won 2018 Pocono 400 on Sunday, good for his second victory at Pocono Raceway in three tries.

Christian Shimabuku

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NASCAR at Pocono preview

Kyle Busch will be looking for his second straight win in Pennsylvania.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR starting lineup at Pocono: Ryan Blaney claims fourth career pole

Ryan Blaney won at Pocono in June 2017 and is looking to become the first repeat winner at the race in the last seven.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Pocono: Kurt Busch watches Cubs play in NY, claims racing win at Citi Field

Kurt Busch spent part of his Saturday in the Big Apple conducting business and rooting for his favorite ballclub.

Tom Gatto

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Kyle Busch's NASCAR track sweep complete — at least until he runs Roval

Kyle Busch expects the arbiters of the sport — whoever they may be — to demand that he take the checkered flag on the "new and different" track at Charlotte Motor Speedway this fall.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at Pocono: Succeeding Dale Jr. is not what Alex Bowman is sweating most

The new driver of the No. 88 car is more concerned about meeting the high standards of his bosses at Hendrick Motorsports.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at Pocono: Martin Truex Jr. makes nostalgic return to native New Jersey

The reigning Monster Energy Cup Series champion toured the clam boat he worked during his youth. "It just reminded me of how fast time really goes by," he said.

Reid Spencer

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Kyle Busch's historic feat shows he's in a class by himself

Kyle Busch has a win at all of the NASCAR Cup Series' active tracks after destroying the field at Charlotte. He's the only driver ever to complete that cycle.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR at Charlotte: Results, highlights from Kyle Busch's Coca-Cola 600 win

Check out the results and highlights from Kyle Busch's win at the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Kenan Goyette

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NASCAR at Charlotte: Kevin Harvick facing big challenges in bid for 3 wins in row

Kevin Harvick will be driving with a severe handicap — several of them, in fact — during Sunday's race.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at Charlotte: New primary sponsor for Jimmie Johnson? Get in line

Jimmie Johnson says "multiple" companies are interested in putting their names and logos on the 48 car after Lowe's ends its partnership with Hendrick Motorsports.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR starting lineup at Charlotte: Kyle Busch wins Coca-Cola 600 pole; Kevin Harvick car fails inspection

Kyle Busch put himself in great position to capture his first Coca-Cola 600 win. On the other hand, the car of All-Star Race winner Kevin Harvick failed inspection, so Harvick will start 39th.

Thomas Lott

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Coca-Cola 600: Stories of service, sacrifice inspire NASCAR teams on Memorial Day weekend

Each driver will have the name of a fallen service member on their car, representing generations of military service. The tributes are part of Sunday's Salute to the Troops at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Holly Cain

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Danica Patrick to host ESPYs; racing trailblazer first woman to get gig

Another milestone achievement for Danica Patrick, who is stepping out of the race car permanently after Sunday's Indianapolis 500.

Tom Gatto

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NASCAR at Charlotte preview

Kevin Harvick will be looking to become the eighth driver to win both the NASCAR All-Star Race and the Coca-Cola 600.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Charlotte: Results, highlights from Kevin Harvick's 2018 All-Star win

NASCAR was back in Charlotte for Kevin Harvick to take another checkered flag at the 2018 All-Star Race.

Kenan Goyette

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NASCAR All-Star Race starting lineup: Matt Kenseth wins pole as Roush Fenway sweeps front row

The veteran is preparing to run just his second race since returning to the NASCAR Cup Series this season.

Arthur Weinstein

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NASCAR All-Star Race: Weather reports look promising for race start

Here's how the weather could affect the NASCAR All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, N.C.

Gabe Fernandez

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NASCAR All-Star Race schedule, qualifying drivers, how to watch live

Everything you need to know for the 2018 NASCAR All-Star Race.

Kenan Goyette

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NASCAR All-Star Race: Busch brothers optimistic about expanded wagering's effect on sport

The U.S. Supreme Court ruling that allows the rest of the states to join Nevada in legalizing sports wagering could have a large impact on the sports world. Kyle and Kurt Busch, natives of Las Vegas, see the potential for NASCAR.

Kenan Goyette

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NASCAR All-Star Race: Kurt Busch expects Talladega-style racing

The driver of the 41 car anticipates the field bunching up as restrictor plates and oversized rear spoilers keep speeds down and create big drafts.

Reid Spencer

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Hailie Deegan's championship fire earns her return spot in NASCAR Next class

The 16-year-old driver comes from a motorsports family, but her famous dad didn't think she was intense enough to be competitive on the track. Laid-back Hailie is proving him wrong.

Jodie Valade

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America's bet against sports gambling was always a big loser

SN's Mike DeCourcy explains why the federal ban on sports betting being ruled unconstitutional is a welcome end to what was a senseless prohibition in the U.S. for years.

Mike DeCourcy

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Dale Jr. and Amy Earnhardt share first photos of daughter Isla Rose

Two weeks after giving birth to Isla Rose, Amy Earnhardt celebrated her first Mother's Day on Sunday with husband Dale Earnhardt Jr. The new parents shared photos of their daughter in honor of the special occasion.

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NASCAR results at Kansas: Kevin Harvick comes from behind for 5th win of season

Kevin Harvick trailed for most of the race, but thanks to late passes of Kyle Larson and Martin Truex Jr., Harvick won for the fifth time this season.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Kansas race: Results, highlights from Harvick's KC Masterpiece 400 win

Kevin Harvick continued his red hot 2018 at the KC Masterpiece 400. Check in for results and highlights from Saturday night's race.

Kenan Goyette

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NASCAR starting lineup at Kansas

Kevin Harvick will be out in front as he attempts to win his fifth race of the season.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Dover: Race results, highlights from Kevin Harvick's AAA 400 victory

The NASCAR Cup series was back at Dover on Sunday. Check out the highlights and results from Kevin Harvick's at the AAA 400 Drive for Autism.

Gabe Fernandez

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NASCAR brings ARCA Series under its umbrella; long relationship to aid partnership

NASCAR and ARCA go back more than six decades. That history helped seal an agreement that will go into effect in 2020.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR at Talladega: Brad Keselowski reflects on career-changing win at track

Brad Keselowski earned his first Cup Series victory nine years ago on the circuit's largest track. "That was a huge, huge win for me," the 2012 series champion says.

Holly Cain

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Matt Kenseth returns to Roush Fenway Racing, plans on staying awhile

The longtime Roush Fenway driver is coming out of a brief retirement to drive once more for the outfit with which he won a Cup championship in 2003.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR at Talladega: Kyle Busch's win streak hinges on unpredictable superspeedway

Kyle Busch can become the ninth driver in NASCAR's Modern Era (since 1972) to win four consecutive races. He will have a tall task at Talladega, but he does have a win at the track.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR at Richmond race results: Kyle Busch gets 3rd win in row at Toyota Owners 400

Kyle Busch sets a personal record by taking the checkered flag after qualifying 32nd. The win was his third in as many Cup Series races.

Gabe Fernandez

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NASCAR at Richmond: Kyle Busch comes from back of field to win third straight race

Kyle Busch overcame a poor starting position, patiently picked his way through the field, and emerged in the lead late in the race.

Arthur Weinstein

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NASCAR at Richmond: Martin Truex Jr. wins 18th career pole; Kyle Busch to start 32nd

Martin Truex Jr. remains steady with another big short-track qualifying run.

Thomas Lott

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NASCAR at Richmond: Va. native Denny Hamlin returns to home track with confidence

Denny Hamlin remained upbeat Friday despite a tough early run at Richmond Raceway. He'll start Saturday's race fourth.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR at Bristol: Results, highlights from Monday's Food City 500

NASCAR returned to Bristol on Monday for the completion of the rain-delayed Food City 500. Kyle Busch took the win with a late-race pass.

Kenan Goyette

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Bubba Wallace gets stuck inside bus, escapes through toilet hatch

Darrell "Bubba" Wallace Jr. had to get creative after he got stuck inside his bus ahead of Sunday's Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway.

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NASCAR starting lineup at Bristol: Kyle Busch wins pole, Kurt Busch starts second

Kyle Busch won the pole for the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway, beating brother Kurt Busch by only two one-thousandths of a second.

Arthur Weinstein

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NASCAR at Bristol: Crash in final practice knocks Kurt Busch off front row

Kurt Busch will start Sunday's race in the rear of the field rather than second after wrecking late in Saturday's final practice.

Reid Spencer

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NASCAR at Bristol: Ryan Preece wins Xfinity race, $100,000 bonus

Ryan Preece risked his own money last year to secure two races with Joe Gibbs Racing. He's making the most of the opportunity.

Reid Spencer

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Jimmie Johnson arrives at Bristol convinced team moving in right direction

Jimmie Johnson is in a rare extended winless streak, which he will try to end Sunday at Bristol Motor Speedway. He's staying positive as he and the Hendrick family search for more speed.

Holly Cain

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Bobby Labonte embraces opportunity to race in NASCAR Euro series

Bobby Labonte will drive the No. 18 Yacco Toyota for the French team RDV Competition. He made his European debut last year.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR at Texas: Highlights, results from the O'Reilly Auto Parts 500

Kyle Busch took home the checkered flag at the O'Reilly Auto Parts 500. SN has you covered with highlights and results from NASCAR at Texas.

Kenan Goyette

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Jimmie Johnson, mired in winless streak, can be optimistic at Texas, Bristol

Jimmie Johnson is ready to change the conversation around him for the rest of 2018 NASCAR Cup Series season. The next two races, at Texas and Bristol, will give him great opportunities to do just that.

Holly Cain

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NASCAR at Martinsville: Results, highlights from the STP 500

After a snow delay at Martinsville, Clint Bowyer took home the checkered flag on Monday. SN has results and highlights from the STP 500.

Kenan Goyette

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What time is Monday's NASCAR Cup Series race?

NASCAR postponed the Cup and Truck series races at Martinsville until Monday because of snow. SN has you covered with when, where and how to watch the doubleheader.

Sporting News

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Kevin Harvick walks the walk with Kern County appearance

Kevin Harvick came home to Bakersfield to race in the lower-level K&N Series. His main purpose was to drum up support for grassroots racing, something he considers vital to the continued health of stock car racing.

Reid Spencer

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