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Denny Hamlin 'coming to win' in Bristol elimination race

“I’m coming here to win," declared Denny Hamlin in a Saturday media availability. "That strategy won’t change unless the situation changes during the race.”

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Alex Bowman leads Hendrick 1-2-3 in NASCAR Cup qualifying at Bristol

Hendrick trio have a chance to score stage points and control the race in NASCAR's Round of 16 finale at Bristol Motor Speedway.

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Playoff surprises feeling secure while title threats face elimination

Chris Buescher spoiled the playoff party by winning at Watkins Glen, but he was far from the only one stealing valuable points away from the title contenders. There's also Ross Chastain, who led half the race and won the second stage. In the end, only one playoff driver finished inside…

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NASCAR Cup Watkins Glen: Buescher beats van Gisbergen with last lap pass

Chris Buescher made a dramatic final lap pass on Shane van Gisbergen at Watkins Glen to overshadow the playoff contenders and earn his first NASCAR Cup victory of the season.

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Truex criticizes driving standards in chaotic Watkins Glen Cup finish

In the closing laps, Martin Truex Jr. was running just inside the top-ten and one point above the cut-line when he was shoved out of line, four-wide — dropping him down the running order. On the following restart, he was among those collected in a pile-up entering the esses, forcing him to…

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Buescher beats SVG in epic showdown to win NASCAR Cup Watkins Glen

It was overtime in the Cup playoff race at Watkins Glen when Shane Van Gisbergen put the bumper to Chris Buescher to snatch away the race lead. He held a slim advantage on the final lap, but touched the Armco on entry to the bus stop chicane. This unsettled his No. 16…

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The NASCAR Cup playoff contenders needing a rebound at Watkins Glen

As expected, the opening race of the NASCAR Cup playoffs really jostled the order of things in the championship standings.

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The bottom four: Hopes and desperation for a playoff rebound at Watkins Glen

As expected, the opening race of the NASCAR Cup playoffs really jostled the order of things in the championship standings. Most notably, top seed Kyle Larson shockingly crashed on his own in the first stage of the race. The result erased half of his points cushion, leaving him tenth in…

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Where's Denny? A cautious approach made a dismal day for Hamlin

The weekend started off badly in qualifying as Hamlin could be found slogging around the track, over two seconds off the pace. He landed himself a start at the very back of the grid for Atlanta. His team immediately went under the hood, choosing to replace plug wires. The same…

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NASCAR Cup Atlanta: Logano beats Suarez to win playoff opener

Team Penske's Joey Logano claimed victory in the NASCAR Cup Series playoff opener at Atlanta Motor Speedway, locking himself into the Round of 12 by defeating Daniel Suarez.

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Playoff predictions: Who will win the 2024 NASCAR Cup championship?

With the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs set to begin at Atlanta Motor Speedway, it's time to make some predictions that surely will not age poorly. It's true few would have named Blaney as the 2023 champion at the start of last year's playoffs, or Logano the year before that.…

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Hamlin starts last in playoff opener after issue; McDowell on pole

Denny Hamlin's dismal qualifying run puts him at the very back of the 38-car field. The lap was over two seconds off the pace from the pole-sitter. He immediately took the ailing No. 11 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota back to the garage with a possible powertrain issue. The hood went up…

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23XI refuses NASCAR's charter offer and draws a line in the sand

At the Southern 500 Cup Series race last weekend, 23XI Racing investor Curtis Polk wore a curious sign on his back, which read:"Please don't ask me about my Charter. I don't want to disparage NASCAR and lose it." Polk's message was a shot at the anti-disparagement clause that could become part…

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NASCAR Teams And League Clash Over Charter System

NASCAR teams and executives clash over charter terms, raising uncertainty about the sport's future direction.

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Payback, fistfights and wall-rides: NASCAR's most shocking playoff moments

The NASCAR post-season is here and the next 10 weeks are known for producing some of the series's wildest moments on the way to deciding the champion. Although it's impossible to shine a light on every dramatic moment over the years, we picked those that had the biggest impact on…

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Payback, fistfights and wallrides: NASCAR's most shocking playoff moments

The NASCAR postseason is here and the frantic next ten weeks are known for producing some of the sport's wildest moments on the way to deciding the series' champion. Although it's impossible to shine a light on every dramatic moment over the years, we picked those that had the biggest…

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Denny Hamlin had the perfect self-deprecating joke about it being ‘his year’ to win a NASCAR championship

Denny Hamlin's got jokes.

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Denny Hamlin Aims For First NASCAR Cup Series Championship Win

Denny Hamlin, the seasoned NASCAR driver, gears up for the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs with high hopes of clinching his first championship title.

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Chase Briscoe Wins Southern 500, Secures Playoff Spot

Chase Briscoe's victory at Southern 500, playoff field set, and tribute to Cale Yarborough.

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NASCAR Penalizes Denny Hamlin For Engine Rebuild Error

NASCAR penalizes Denny Hamlin for engine rebuild by Toyota, affecting his championship chances. Toyota admits mistake and takes responsibility. Visit AP au...

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NASCAR hands Hamlin points penalties for engine violation

NASCAR Cup frontrunner Denny Hamlin has been handed a sizeable 75-point deduction for an engine infringement on his Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota from earlier this year.

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RCR's best shot to regain Dillon's NASCAR playoff spot? Win again

NASCAR sent a clear message last week to drivers that there are impressive consequences for your actions, especially for Austin Dillon who was stripped of his playoff eligibility after plowing through the cars of Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin to win the Cup race at Richmond. But Dillon and the Richard Childress…

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NASCAR president explained how Austin Dillon ‘crossed the line’ leading to Richmond penalty

"We're not demolition derby," NASCAR president Steve Phelps said about Austin Dillon's conduct at Richmond.

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NASCAR Regular Season Championship Race Heats Up

Stay updated on the intense NASCAR regular season battle as drivers vie for playoff spots and championship glory. Exciting races ahead!

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NASCAR Cup Michigan: Reddick outduels Byron in overtime finish

It was Reddick's second win of the 2024 NASCAR Cup season, using a push from fellow Toyota driver Ty Gibbs to snatch the lead away from William Byron. He also won earlier this year at Talladega Superspeedway.

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