Busch Takes Pole as Truck Series Heats Up at Dover
Kyle Busch secured pole position with a 22.258‑second lap, while Dystany Spurlock became the first Black female to qualify for a NASCAR Truck Series event
May 16, 2026
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Dystany Spurlock Makes History as First Black Woman in NASCAR National Series
Dystany Spurlock, a Virginia native, has become the first Black woman to compete in NASCAR’s national touring series and the ARCA Menards Series, turning early exposure to racing into a historic career.
May 16, 2026
Dystany Spurlock Makes History as NASCAR’s First Black Female Competitor
Dystany Spurlock, a Virginia native, has etched her name into motorsport history as the first Black woman to compete in NASCAR’s national touring series and the ARCA Menards Series, while juggling early careers and a distinctive visual style inspired by the film Avatar.
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Dystany Spurlock Makes History as First Black Woman in NASCAR’s National Series
Dystany Spurlock became the first Black woman to compete in a NASCAR national series, crashing on lap 39 at Dover Motor Speedway while driving for MBM Motorsports. She previously shone in the ARCA Menards Series East and is set to debut in pro stock motorcycle racing in 2025.
May 15, 2026
Dystany Spurlock Breaks Barriers in NASCAR Debut Amid Early Setbacks
Dystany Spurlock became the first Black woman to compete in a NASCAR national series, but her debut ended in a crash after a practice penalty and electrical problems.
May 15, 2026
Dystany Spurlock Makes History as First Black Woman in NASCAR Truck Series
Spurlock’s upcoming debut marks a milestone for diversity in stock car racing, combining years of success in motorcycle drag competition with a new challenge on the NASCAR circuit.
May 13, 2026