
Viking Motorsports’ Underdog Surge in the O’Reilly Series
From a 20‑person roster to top‑five finishes and a Chase berth, Viking Motorsports is redefining what a small team can achieve in NASCAR’s O’Reilly Series.
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From a 20‑person roster to top‑five finishes and a Chase berth, Viking Motorsports is redefining what a small team can achieve in NASCAR’s O’Reilly Series.

Garrett Mitchell, known online as Cleetus McFarland, has acquired a Pro Late Model and is preparing for a key Truck Series race at Talladega, backed by a new partnership with Richard Childress Racing.

After a multi‑year stint with Front Row Motorsports, Chandler Smith is set to join Richard Childress Racing in the 2027 O'Reilly Series, while Jesse Love and Austin Hill eye new opportunities in the Cup and Xfinity circuits.

Young driver Carson Brown, signed by Richard Childress Racing, prepares for his first NASCAR Cup Series start this weekend at Iowa Speedway, aiming to translate his ARCA success into a competitive debut.

Teenage prospect Carson Brown, 18, will debut in the 2026 O'Reilly Series at Iowa Speedway, becoming the youngest driver to compete in a national NASCAR race this season.

Brown’s rapid ascent in ARCA and recent RCR signing set the stage for his first NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series start at Iowa Speedway.

Carson Brown, an 18‑year‑old development driver, is set to make his NASCAR O’Reilly Series debut this weekend, piloting the No. 32 for Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport.

Richard Childress Racing is reshaping its driver roster for the 2027 season, with Austin Hill poised for a full‑time Cup Series seat and 18‑year‑old Carson Brown slated to make his O’Reilly Auto Parts debut at Iowa Speedway.

Eighteen‑year‑old Carson Brown prepares for his NASCAR O'Reilly Series debut at Iowa Speedway, backed by a strong development program and key partners.

After a dominant season in the ASA STARS National Super Late Model Tour, Carson Brown will make his NASCAR O'Reilly Series debut at Iowa Speedway, stepping into the No. 32 car fielded by Jordan Anderson Racing.

Carson Brown, the 18‑year‑old champion of the ASA STARS National Super Late Model Tour, is poised to make his NASCAR O’Reilly Series debut at Iowa Speedway this Saturday. Alongside his ARCA outing, Brown will drive the No. 32 Chevrolet‑sponsored entry for Jordan Anderson Racing, marking a pivotal moment in his rapid ascent.

A look at how veteran drivers are processing past moments, honoring legacies, and planning for what lies ahead.

Denny Hamlin leads the championship after the Indianapolis race, with the top 16 drivers locked into the playoffs and the battle for the final spots intensifying.

Jesse Love trails Carson Kvapil by four points in the chase for the No. 2 seed, knowing that every point will matter in the final stretch.

After a three‑year stint with Front Row Motorsports, Chandler Smith is poised to leave the Truck Series for a fresh challenge, while teammate Layne Riggs eyes a fourth season and Austin Hill looms as the leading candidate to fill Kyle Busch’s Cup seat.

Chandler Smith’s impressive 2026 Truck Series performance has sparked speculation about a future Cup Series seat, as he eyes a strategic move to Richard Childress Racing.

At just 18, Carson Brown is already a championship contender in the CARS Late Model Stock Tour, a presumed ASA STARS National Super Late Model Series champion, and a regular on the ARCA and Trans‑Am circuits. His poise, work ethic and team‑first attitude have earned praise from crew chiefs and owners alike as he prepares for a potential move to the premier stock‑car division.

Chandler Smith will not return to Front Row Motorsports after the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season, ending a partnership that produced four victories and sparked rumors of a 2027 transition to Richard Childress Racing.

Freddie Kraft’s public support for Austin Hill highlights the strategic calculations facing Richard Childress Racing as the 2027 lineup takes shape.

In a heartfelt open letter, Samantha Busch reflects on the loss of her husband, NASCAR champion Kyle Busch, and the community that helped her family heal
The upcoming race will feature a who’s‑who of NASCAR’s top talent, from Ross Chastain to Michael McDowell.

With 37 drivers set to compete, the upcoming race at North Wilkesboro Speedway will be a critical test for playoff positioning and a showcase of short‑track grit.

Ty Dillon battles severe hand injuries while Kaulig Racing copes with the fallout of losing Chevrolet’s factory support.
Samantha Busch shares her raw grief on Instagram, recounting the pain of watching races without Kyle Busch and thanking the NASCAR community for its support, while remembering his remarkable career and the foundation they built together.