The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race at Richmond Raceway promises chaos and excitement, with Joe Gibbs Racing and drivers like Denny Hamlin, Christopher Bell, and Chase Briscoe favored to perform well. The race could significantly impact the playoff picture, especially with recent history suggesting unpredictable finishes and late cautions. Several drivers, including Alex Bowman and Austin Dillon, are also contenders to watch for potential surprises.
Corey Heim won his seventh race of the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at Richmond Raceway, securing his place as the youngest driver in series history with 18 wins, and helped set the playoff field. The race featured intense competition, including a late incident involving Ty Majeski, and concluded with Heim holding off Majeski for the win. The series' playoffs will start at Darlington Raceway on August 30.
Robbie Brewer, a seasoned Sportsman division racer at Bowman Gray Stadium, tragically died after a medical emergency caused a crash during a race. Brewer, known for his extensive racing career and multiple championships, suffered a heart attack that led to the crash, marking the fifth fatality at the historic track. His death has deeply impacted the racing community.
Short track racing has seen a rise in serious accidents and injuries, raising safety concerns among officials and fans. Notable incidents include Stewart Friesen's severe crash in Quebec, highlighting the need for improved safety measures. The article also details upcoming racing events across various tracks and tours.
Tyler Reddick secures the pole position for the upcoming NASCAR Cup race at Richmond Raceway, marking his first time leading a lap on a short track in a Cup race. He will be joined on the front row by Kyle Busch, while Denny Hamlin starts third after his recent victory at Pocono. Chase Elliott qualifies fourth, and Bubba Wallace rounds out the top five.
Ty Majeski wins the 44th Annual Cobblestone Hotels Slinger Nationals at Slinger Speedway after a late-race caution allowed him to make a strong restart and overtake dominant driver Luke Fenhaus. Majeski's victory marks his third Slinger Nationals Championship, although he admits that Fenhaus had the better car. Fenhaus finishes in second place after leading 125 of the race's 200 laps. Derek Thorn takes third place, while Chase Elliott finishes sixth in his first attempt at the Slinger Nationals. NASCAR Cup Series champion William Byron finishes in 10th place.
Tony Stewart, co-owner of Stewart-Haas Racing, expressed frustration with NASCAR for not making the charter system permanent and discussed his drag racing pursuits. He also commented on the recent penalties issued by NASCAR, stating that while some were justified, others were in poor judgment. NASCAR is scheduled to test a new splitter at New Hampshire Motor Speedway to enhance short track racing. Jenson Button, who co-drove the NASCAR Garage 56 car at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, believes NASCAR needs to build its fanbase internationally while acknowledging the challenge of the "no rules" approach to racing.
The return of NASCAR's All-Star Race to North Wilkesboro Speedway after a 27-year absence was a cause for celebration for drivers, fans, and locals alike. Despite Kyle Larson's dominant victory, everyone was too busy enjoying the return of short-track racing and the revival of old traditions to care. From the sold-out campgrounds to the old-school diners, people were reliving the past and creating new memories. The event was a reminder that anything is possible, even the revival of a racetrack that had been left to rust and weeds for so long.
Justin Allgaier will start on the pole for the Xfinity Series race at Richmond Raceway, while Alex Bowman will start on the pole for the Cup Series race. Daniel Suarez has been working on himself after conflicts with teammates and has raised concerns about rough driving in the series. Nick Sanchez won the pole for the Craftsman Truck Series race at Texas Motor Speedway. NASCAR heads to Richmond Raceway for the first of three short track races, where drivers will look to gain revenge on one another.
