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Bell ends win drought with Darlington crown as Cup title chase tightens
nascar-cup5 days ago

Bell ends win drought with Darlington crown as Cup title chase tightens

Christopher Bell snapped his winless run by overtaking Kyle Larson with 12 laps to go to win the Southern 500 at Darlington, tightening the Cup standings as Denny Hamlin and Bell sit just 12 points apart. Larson led a race-high 99 laps and finished top five after a late strategic move; Hamlin faded to 18th; William Byron DNFed with an engine failure and dropped to the bottom of the standings. Carson Hocevar drew heat for a post-race attitude after spinning Keselowski, while Josh Berry delivered a seventh-place run for Wood Brothers. 23XI showed speed with Bubba Wallace and Tyler Reddick finishing in the top 10, leaving the field to Gateway.

via Motorsport.com|
#carson-hocevar#christopher-bell#darlington-southern-500
Byron Tops Michigan Practice as Buescher and Chastain Lead Group 1 Pace
sports3 months ago

Byron Tops Michigan Practice as Buescher and Chastain Lead Group 1 Pace

In Michigan’s Group 1 NASCAR Cup practice for the FireKeepers Casino 400, William Byron led the session with strong pace and said his car was tight in turns but balanced overall; Chris Buescher posted the best overall speed, while Ross Chastain showed strong 15- and 20-lap averages. Todd Gilliland battled a loose-handling car and didn’t post a 5-lap run; Austin Cindric suffered a flat tire early and didn’t record a 5-lap average; Alex Bowman started with a short run and, after adjustments, finished down the speeds with a late 5-lap average around 34th.

via ifantasyrace.com|
#alex-bowman#austin-cindric#chris-buescher
Bell Tops Kansas Practice as Bowman and Byron Stand Out
sports4 months ago

Bell Tops Kansas Practice as Bowman and Byron Stand Out

Christopher Bell topped Group 1 in Kansas Advent Health 400 practice with the fastest overall speed and the best 5/10/15/20/25/30-lap averages, while Alex Bowman looked fast and was strong on some longer runs, William Byron reported a loose feel yet posted high 20–30 lap averages, Corey Heim showed solid speed, and Noah Gragson also posted solid pace.

via ifantasyrace.com|
#alex-bowman#christopher-bell#kansas-speedway
sports1 year ago

William Byron Climbs to No. 1 in NASCAR Power Rankings After Iowa Win

William Byron surged to the top of the NASCAR Power Rankings after winning at Iowa Speedway, marking his first victory since the Daytona 500 and moving him to No. 1 in the series standings. The rankings reflect recent performances, with drivers like Ryan Blaney, Denny Hamlin, and Kyle Larson also notable, though Larson had a poor finish at Iowa. The series faces upcoming races at Watkins Glen, with driver performances and standings continuing to fluctuate due to recent race outcomes.

via FOX Sports|
#cup-series#iowa-speedway#nascar
Drivers' Reactions to William Byron's Iowa Speedway Victory
sports1 year ago

Drivers' Reactions to William Byron's Iowa Speedway Victory

William Byron won the NASCAR Cup race at Iowa Speedway, praising his team's fuel strategy and confidence. Chase Briscoe finished second after a recovery from an incident, while Brad Keselowski and Ryan Blaney also had strong showings. The race featured strategic pit stops, cautions, and driver reflections on their performances and challenges faced during the event.

via NBC Sports|
#iowa-speedway#nascar#post-race-reactions
sports1 year ago

Shane van Gisbergen's Rise as NASCAR's New Force in 2025

Shane van Gisbergen is dominating NASCAR road courses and could be a serious contender for the 2025 championship, despite his current low standing in the overall points. His exceptional road course skills and improving oval performance make him a potential playoff threat, though his success on ovals remains uncertain. Meanwhile, William Byron faces a summer slump after a strong start, raising questions about his championship prospects, but his past playoff resilience suggests he could rebound. The upcoming playoffs will be critical for both drivers' title ambitions.

via NASCAR.com|
#nascar#playoffs#road-courses
NASCAR Michigan Highlights: Hamlin's Win, Gritty Moments, and Season Updates
sports1 year ago

NASCAR Michigan Highlights: Hamlin's Win, Gritty Moments, and Season Updates

Denny Hamlin won the NASCAR Cup race at Michigan, taunting fans and rivals, while RFK Racing achieved a season-best with three top-10 finishes. Key losers included William Byron, who lost the lead late and finished 28th, and Alex Bowman, who finished last after a collision. The race saw notable performances from Ty Gibbs, Zane Smith, and Kyle Busch, with some teams like Team Penske struggling.

via NBC Sports|
#denny-hamlin#michigan-international-speedway#nascar