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SVG Caps Watkins Glen Triumph to Take 2026 NASCAR Cup Win
motorsports15 days ago

SVG Caps Watkins Glen Triumph to Take 2026 NASCAR Cup Win

Shane van Gisbergen, starting from pole, dominated the Watkins Glen NASCAR Cup race and cruised to a 7.2-second victory over Michael McDowell after a 29-second surge in the late run; Ty Gibbs finished third, with Chase Briscoe and Tyler Reddick rounding out the top five. SVG also led the most laps (74 of 100) and ended Stage 2 on top, while Ross Chastain won Stage 1. Connor Zilisch earned the fastest lap (1:12.541). Cody Ware was the only retirement, and 32 of 38 starters finished on the lead lap.

via Motorsport.com|
#michael-mcdowell#motorsports#nascar-cup
sports16 days ago

McDowell Narrowly Misses Victory at The Glen as SVG Dominates Road Course

Michael McDowell finished second to Shane van Gisbergen in the Go Bowling at The Glen, his best finish with Spire Motorsports in 48 starts. He challenged SVG on the road course, but SVG pulled away thanks to smoother pace through the bus stop and tire management. McDowell led several laps and closed strongly to finish 7.288 seconds back, boosting him to 21st in the regular-season standings (58 points below the playoff cutline) as SVG extended his dominance on road courses.

via NASCAR.com|
#michael-mcdowell#nascar#road-course-racing
Debate Heats Up Over Kyle Larson's NASCAR Playoff Waiver
sports2 years ago

Debate Heats Up Over Kyle Larson's NASCAR Playoff Waiver

Michael McDowell criticizes NASCAR's delay in granting Kyle Larson a playoff waiver after Larson missed the Coca-Cola 600 to compete in the rain-delayed Indianapolis 500. Despite two wins this season, Larson's playoff eligibility is uncertain. NASCAR has no set timetable for a decision, and Larson remains focused on winning a championship regardless of the waiver outcome.

via NBC Sports|
#hendrick-motorsports#kyle-larson#michael-mcdowell
Michael McDowell Secures Pole with Record-Breaking Lap at WWT Raceway
sports2 years ago

Michael McDowell Secures Pole with Record-Breaking Lap at WWT Raceway

Michael McDowell secured the pole position for the NASCAR Cup race at World Wide Technology Raceway with a record-breaking qualifying lap of 139.241 mph. This marks his third pole of the season. Front Row Motorsports, which recently formed a technical alliance with Team Penske and was elevated to tier-1 by Ford Performance, dominated the top three starting spots. Team Penske’s Austin Cindric and Ryan Blaney will start second and third, respectively. Hendrick Motorsports did not place a driver in the final round of qualifying for the first time this season.

via NBC Sports|
#front-row-motorsports#michael-mcdowell#nascar
Front Row Motorsports Expands to Three Full-Time Cup Series Entries in 2025
sports2 years ago

Front Row Motorsports Expands to Three Full-Time Cup Series Entries in 2025

Front Row Motorsports has purchased a charter from Stewart-Haas Racing, expanding to a three-car team for the next NASCAR Cup Series season. While Todd Gilliland is expected to return, Michael McDowell will move to Spire Motorsports. The team, which has a technical alliance with Team Penske and a strong relationship with Ford Performance, aims to prepare a competitive new team for 2025 and achieve playoff spots in 2024.

via NBC Sports|
#front-row-motorsports#michael-mcdowell#nascar
"Michael McDowell Secures Pole Position for Atlanta Motor Speedway Race"
sports2 years ago

"Michael McDowell Secures Pole Position for Atlanta Motor Speedway Race"

Michael McDowell secures his first career pole position at Atlanta Motor Speedway for the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race, with Joey Logano and Kyle Busch starting second and third, respectively. Martin Truex Jr. is the fastest Toyota driver, qualifying in 12th place, while Erik Jones narrowly avoids a crash to secure the last spot on the grid. Ford drivers dominate the starting lineup, with the race scheduled to begin at 3:19 p.m. ET on Fox.

via NBC Sports|
#atlanta-motor-speedway#michael-mcdowell#nascar
"Daytona 500 2024: Key Info and Storylines to Watch"
sports2 years ago

"Daytona 500 2024: Key Info and Storylines to Watch"

The 2024 Daytona 500, NASCAR's season opener, is set to take place at Daytona International Speedway with Joey Logano and Michael McDowell leading the field. The race is scheduled for Sunday at 2:30 p.m. ET, with live coverage on Fox and streaming available on the FoxSports website and app. However, rain may impact the event, with a chance of postponement. The race consists of 200 laps around the 2.5-mile track, and the lineup includes top drivers from Ford, Toyota, and Chevrolet.

via USA TODAY|
#daytona-500#joey-logano#michael-mcdowell
"2024 Daytona 500: Reddick and Bell Secure Starting Lineup with Late Pass Victory"
sports2 years ago

"2024 Daytona 500: Reddick and Bell Secure Starting Lineup with Late Pass Victory"

Ford teammates Joey Logano and Michael McDowell will lead the field in the 66th annual Daytona 500, with Tyler Reddick and Christopher Bell making up the second row. Chase Elliott and Austin Cindric will start in row three, while Denny Hamlin seeks his fourth Daytona 500 victory from row four. Four drivers had to earn their spots, with Jimmie Johnson starting the highest. Four drivers will go to backup cars after crashes in the Duel races, and Ford has the most drivers qualified for the race.

via RACER|
#daytona-500#joey-logano#michael-mcdowell
"Michael McDowell Secures Playoff Spot with Victory at Indy Road Course"
sports2 years ago

"Michael McDowell Secures Playoff Spot with Victory at Indy Road Course"

Michael McDowell secured his second NASCAR Cup Series playoff appearance by winning the Verizon 200 on the Indy road course, holding off Chase Elliott. McDowell took the lead early in the race and maintained his position for most of the 85-lap event, capitalizing on track position and skillful driving. The race featured minimal cautions, allowing McDowell to dominate and secure the victory.

via Yahoo Sports|
#chase-elliott#indy-road-course#michael-mcdowell
"NASCAR Updates: New Hampshire Race Schedule, Results, and TV Coverage"
sports2 years ago

"NASCAR Updates: New Hampshire Race Schedule, Results, and TV Coverage"

The NASCAR Cup race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway is set to take place on Monday, with the green flag waving at 12:05 p.m. ET. Three of the last four races at this track have been won by drivers securing their first win of the season and a playoff spot. Daniel Suarez and Michael McDowell currently hold the final two playoff spots, tied with 407 points, with Suarez owning the tiebreaker. Bubba Wallace is three points behind, AJ Allmendinger is 13 points back, Ty Gibbs is 26 points from the cutline, and Austin Cindric is 38 points away. The race will be broadcast on USA Network, with coverage starting at 12 p.m. ET.

via NBC Sports|
#daniel-suarez#michael-mcdowell#nascar
motorsports3 years ago

McDowell's All-Star Open run-in with Gibbs leads to hurt feelings.

Michael McDowell expressed his displeasure with Ty Gibbs during the All-Star Open, running him off the track after an earlier incident that caused McDowell to crash. Gibbs advanced to the All-Star Race by finishing second to Josh Berry, while McDowell finished 13th. Gibbs acknowledged McDowell's frustration but said they were racing to make it into the All-Star Race.

via RACER|
#all-star-open#josh-berry#michael-mcdowell