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Points Leader, Kyle Larson Feels Like He’s The ‘Last True Racer’ In The Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series

RICHMOND, Va.– Kyle Larson enters his fifth race in a row as the leader of the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series points standings this weekend at Richmond International Raceway. The driver of the No. 42 Credit One Bank Chevrolet has

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Announces Cup Series Retirement; Has Accomplished ‘Way More’ Than He Ever Thought Possible

CONCORD, N.C. – Dale Earnhardt Jr., NASCAR’s most popular driver announced on Tuesday at Hendrick Motorsports that he will retire from the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series following the 2017 season. On March 29, Earnhardt Jr. met with Hendrick Motorsports

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Jimmie Johnson Wins Rain-Delayed Food City 500; Goes Back-To-Back In The Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series

BRISTOL, Tenn.– There were no Monday blues for Jimmie Johnson as he took the victory in the rain-postponed Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway. After capturing the lead with 21 laps to go, Johnson was able to hold off

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Food City 500 Postponed To Monday

BRISTOL, Tenn. – Due to rain, the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway has been postponed until Monday afternoon. On Sunday, persistent rain forced NASCAR to make the call to postpone the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race around

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On Eve of Earth Day, Charlotte Motor Speedway Reveals Plans For Innovative Turn 4 Sun Deck

CONCORD, N.C. – Known for leading the way in innovation and creating unforgettable fan experiences, Charlotte Motor Speedway officials announced plans Friday for the facility’s latest modernization project, a multipurpose fan enhancement that will literally energize the sport and offer

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‘Daylight Racing Time’ Returns To Charlotte On Oct. 8

CONCORD, N.C. – “Daylight Racing Time” is back at Charlotte Motor Speedway. The Bank of America 500, NASCAR’s homecoming, returns to its original afternoon starting time on Sunday, Oct. 8, in a move geared for on-track competition and a schedule-friendly

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A Silver Anniversary Gold Rush: Monster Energy All-Star Race Format Announced

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – As the engines fired, the lightbulbs buzzed – a first for the annual non-points extravaganza. Never before had an all-star race been run under the lights. Dubbed “One Hot Night,” the 1992 race signaled a new era,

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Multi-Platinum Recording Artist Bret Michaels To Perform Bojangles’ Southern 500 Pre-Race Concert

DARLINGTON, S.C. – Highlighting its award-winning throwback weekend plans of celebrating the 1985-89 era of the sport, Darlington Raceway will have rock legend Bret Michaels perform the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Bojangles’ Southern 500 pre-race concert on Sunday, Sept. 3.

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Jimmie Johnson Wins For The Seventh Time At Texas Motor Speedway

FORT WORTH, Tex. – Jimmie Johnson won for the seventh time at Texas Motor Speedway after taking the checkered flag in the O’Reilly Auto Parts 500 on Sunday afternoon. Johnson only led 18 laps en route to his first victory

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. is ‘Chomping At The Bit’ To Race In The Bojangles’ Southern 500 At Darlington Raceway

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Dale Earnhardt Jr. visited South Carolina’s capital on Tuesday to meet Governor Henry McMaster and to promote the upcoming Bojangles’ Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway. Earnhardt Jr. arrived in style as he landed Rick Hendrick’s helicopter on

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