NASCAR’s Lineup Shuffle: Zilisch Out, Kvapil In for Nashville
Connor Zilisch’s strong showing at Charlotte Motor Speedway sets the stage for a strategic driver swap at Nashville, where Carson Kvapil steps into the No. 91 car.
May 29, 2026
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Verstappen Sets Virtual NASCAR Fastest Lap in Socks at Miami
In a simulated stock‑car session on the Miami International Autodrome, Max Verstappen claimed the quickest lap of 2m01.11s while wearing only socks, beating Connor Zilisch’s 2m01.87s. Isack Hadjar struggled with the virtual Chevrolet and failed to set a time.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Suspends Senior Account Manager Evanna Howell After Golf Cart Assault at Charlotte Motor Speedway
NASCAR indefinitely suspended Evanna Howell, a senior account manager for 23XI Racing, after she allegedly struck a 77‑year‑old spectator with a golf cart at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Howell was arrested, charged with assault with a deadly weapon causing serious injury, and released on a $125,000 bond. Neither NASCAR nor 23XI Racing has commented publicly.
May 29, 2026
When Winning Means Ignoring Illness: The Kyle Busch Tragedy and the Cost of Presenteeism
The death of NASCAR star Kyle Busch spotlights a dangerous ‘tough it out’ mindset that pervades elite sports and the workplace, urging a shift toward health‑first strategies.
May 29, 2026
Jason Kelce Launches ‘Kelce Versus’ – A YouTube Series Testing New Sports
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce announces a new YouTube series, Kelce Versus, where he takes on fresh athletic challenges, from joining a NASCAR pit crew to attempting a dunk and hitting a 100‑mph fastball, produced with Wooderboy Productions, Wondery and Amazon.
May 29, 2026
Former NASCAR Truck Altered to Street‑Legal, Sold on eBay for $10,000
A Pennsylvania suspect was charged with illegally converting a former NASCAR race truck, forging a VIN plate, and selling it as a street‑legal vehicle on eBay for $10,000.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Hands Out Suspensions and Fines After Charlotte’s Coca-Cola 600
Following a chaotic Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, NASCAR announced sanctions that include suspensions for two crew members and a $5,000 fine for JR Motorsports, while the Cup Series prepares for its next race in Nashville.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Penalties Hit Legge and Chastain After Pit‑Road Infractions at Charlotte
NASCAR announced sanctions on the weekend’s two high‑profile entries after a series of wheel and tire violations were recorded at Charlotte Motor Speedway, where the Coca‑Cola 600 and the Xfinity Series race unfolded back‑to‑back.
May 29, 2026
Stenhouse Jr. Honors Kyle Busch with NOS Energy Throwback at Nashville
Ricky Stenhouse Jr. will pay tribute to Kyle Busch with a NOS Energy‑styled paint scheme at Nashville Superspeedway, a race that will be streamed exclusively on Amazon Prime Video.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Suspends 23XI Racing Executive After Golf Cart Assault at Charlotte Motor Speedway
An alleged assault involving a senior staffer of 23XI Racing has led to an indefinite NASCAR suspension and a pending criminal case.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Mourns Kyle Busch, Removes Him From Cup Series Standings
The NASCAR community grieves the loss of Kyle Busch, a two‑time champion, as the series removes him from its standings and reshapes his team’s lineup.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Revives Nashville Superspeedway for Triple‑Header Weekend
NASCAR returns to Nashville Superspeedway this weekend, featuring practice, qualifying and races across its three national series, highlighted by the Cracker Barrel 400 Cup race on May 31. Coverage will be split among FS1, Amazon Prime Video and the CW Network.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Revives Nashville Superspeedway with Triple-Header Showdown
This weekend, Nashville Superspeedway hosts all three of NASCAR’s national series, headlined by the Cracker Barrel 400 Cup race on May 31. The Truck Series will run its practice, qualifying and race on May 29, while the Xfinity Series takes the track on May 30, with broadcasts across FS1, Amazon Prime Video and the CW Network.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Truck Series Returns to Nashville Superspeedway Amid Tragic Loss
The upcoming NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series event at Nashville Superspeedway will blend high‑stakes competition with a somber remembrance of Kyle Busch, while offering fans multiple viewing options.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Revives Nashville Superspeedway with Triple‑Header Weekend
This weekend NASCAR returns to the historic Nashville Superspeedway, featuring the Cracker Barrel 400 Cup race on May 31 and support races for the Truck and O'Reilly Auto Parts Series earlier in the week.
May 29, 2026
Nashville Superspeedway Preview: The Cracker Barrel 400 and Its Fantasy Implications
The Cracker Barrel 400 returns to Nashville, blending history with a cutting‑edge power package that promises a tight, dominator‑heavy contest.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Upholds $50,000 Penalty for Ryan Preece Amid Data Ambiguity
Despite inconclusive telemetry, NASCAR's appeals panel confirmed the fine and point deduction for Ryan Preece, raising questions about the role of driver communications in penalty decisions.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Suspends 23XI Staff Member After Golf Cart Assault Allegations
NASCAR has indefinitely suspended a 23XI employee following allegations that she used a golf cart as a weapon during an altercation at Charlotte Motor Speedway over the weekend.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Suspends 23XI Racing Executive Evanna Howell After Golf Cart Assault
NASCAR announced an indefinite suspension of senior account manager Evanna Howell following a disturbing assault involving a golf cart at Charlotte Motor Speedway, which left a 77‑year‑old fan with serious injuries.
May 29, 2026
Martin Truex Jr. Lists Mooresville Estate for $7.5 Million as NASCAR Legend Exits Full‑Time Racing
After announcing his full‑time retirement in June 2024, Martin Truex Jr. has put his Mooresville, North Carolina, estate on the market for $7.5 million, showcasing luxury amenities that mirror NASCAR’s former heyday.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Suspends 23XI Racing Employee After Golf Cart Incident at Charlotte
A 23XI Racing senior account manager was indefinitely suspended after an alleged assault at Charlotte Motor Speedway, while Tyler Reddick’s near‑victory at the Coca‑Cola 600 reshaped the points battle.
May 29, 2026
Nashville Stampede Teams with ThorSport Racing for Nashville Superspeedway Truck Event
The Nashville Stampede, fresh from its inaugural PBR Teams Championship, will join forces with ThorSport Racing to field a competitive entry for the upcoming NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race at Nashville Superspeedway, with Ben Rhodes at the wheel of the No. 99 Ford F‑150.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Coca‑Cola 600 Viewership Diverges by Measurement Method
Viewership numbers for the 2026 Coca‑Cola 600 shift dramatically depending on the analytics approach, highlighting methodological challenges in sports audience measurement.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR to Preserve No. 8 for Kyle Busch’s Son Brexton Amid Ongoing Tributes
In the wake of Kyle Busch’s passing, Richard Childress Racing has announced that the No. 8 will remain unused for at least seven years, a symbolic gesture that reflects both mourning and anticipation of Brexton Busch’s eventual Cup Series debut.
May 29, 2026