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Hendrick Motorsports announced that Connor Zilisch will drive the iconic No. 48 Chevrolet in the 2028 season, stepping into the seat vacated by Alex Bowman after his retirement. The move follows a breakout year for Zilisch, who has already claimed multiple victories in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and earned a regular‑season championship with JR Motorsports.
Wyoming is set to compete in the Sunshine Slam tournament in Daytona Beach, Florida, facing Duquesne and Kent State in early November.
The playoff picture is entering its most critical juncture, with the final two races set to determine the 2026 champion.
Joey Logano secured a narrow victory over Chase Briscoe at Richmond, leading 95 laps and navigating post‑race inspections while the series heads to New Hampshire and Daytona for the season finale.
Joey Logano captured the Cook Out 400 at Richmond, Austin Cindric secured third and a crucial points lead, and Carson Hocevar's engine woes dropped him to 37th, reshaping the Chase outlook.
Justin Lebron, a former Alabama shortstop, opened his Cincinnati Reds' Daytona Dragons career with a home run, a .375 average and a top‑three prospect ranking, while teammate Brady Neal also entered the organization.
NASCAR driver Carson Ware, who has turned his personal battle with addiction into a national opioid‑prevention effort, is collaborating with Youth Services Society to bring hope to young people in recovery.
NASCAR driver Carson Ware, sober for five years after battling addiction, has teamed with Story County’s Youth Services Society to launch a prevention campaign that uses his racing platform to educate Iowa youth about the dangers of opioid misuse.
Seven‑time champion Jimmie Johnson ends his driving career at the Daytona 500, takes control of Legacy Motor Club with a star‑studded investor group, and prepares a third charter team for 2027 while earning a Hollywood Walk of Fame star.
Seven‑time NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson is preparing for his last Cup race at Daytona while steering a celebrity‑filled team that aims to become a profitable franchise.
NASCAR Studios' new documentary series *Start/Finish* will debut on August 16, 2026, focusing on Hall of Famer Mark Martin. The series, part of ‘Mark Martin Month,’ features interviews, archival footage and personal stories that explore his 40 Cup Series wins, near‑championships and lasting influence on the sport.
A new documentary series, 'Start/Finish,' debuts on August 16, featuring an in‑depth profile of Mark Martin and promising future episodes on Hall of Famers like Kevin Harvick and Jeff Burton.
Jimmie Johnson’s final Cup race at the Daytona 500 in February 2025 marks the end of a legendary driving career and the start of a bold new chapter as he leads a rebranded racing team supported by a high‑profile investor consortium.
After a final Cup race at the Daytona 500 in February 2025, Jimmie Johnson steps away from full‑time competition, leaving a legacy of record championships and a growing ownership group that includes Hollywood and sports luminaries.
NASCAR Studios’ new documentary series *Start/Finish* premieres on August 16, featuring an intimate look at Mark Martin’s 40‑victory career and his enduring impact on the sport.
The University of Arizona women's basketball team has announced its full 2026‑27 nonconference slate, featuring nine home contests, a Las Vegas showdown with Stanford, and a slate of opponents ranging from UCLA to NAU.
With two Cup Series wins already to his name, Corey Heim is poised to become a full‑time contender in 2027, backed by 23XI Racing and a growing personal network.
NASCAR Americana, a three‑part docuseries narrated by Walton Goggins, traces the sport’s evolution from its moonshine‑era origins to its modern cultural prominence, featuring exclusive interviews and footage from iconic events.
Corey Heim captured his second 2025 Cup win at Indianapolis, becoming the first driver in over six decades to achieve this in his first 15 starts. His performance earned him a full‑time seat for 2027 and a new ride in the No. 35 Toyota, while a rare scheduling gap leaves him sidelined at Iowa.
USA Sports, a division of Versant Media, will debut a live pace‑car analyst during the Iowa Corn 350, integrating real‑time insights, advanced camera technology and a veteran production team to transform NASCAR broadcasting.
A recent ranking of 128 Football Championship Subdivision stadiums by GFed places several HBCU venues in the bottom half, citing track configurations, outdated seating and limited campus integration as key concerns
Northwestern State University announced a 11‑player recruiting class that mixes experienced transfers with promising newcomers, signaling a strategic push to strengthen the men's basketball program.
NASCAR and Wheatley American Vodka have announced a wide‑ranging partnership that designates Wheatley as the Official Vodka of NASCAR and the entitlement partner of the annual Wheatley Vodka Clash, set to return to Daytona International Speedway in February 2027.
The beloved The Clash exhibition will make its comeback at Daytona International Speedway on February 13, 2027, kicking off a week of events that lead into the DAYTONA 500.