NASCAR All-Star Race starting lineup: Matt Kenseth wins pole as Roush Fenway sweeps front row

The veteran is preparing to run just his second race since returning to the NASCAR Cup Series this season.

NASCAR All-Star Race: Weather reports look promising for race start

Here's how the weather could affect the NASCAR All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, N.C.

NASCAR All-Star Race schedule, qualifying drivers, how to watch live

Everything you need to know for the 2018 NASCAR All-Star Race.

NASCAR All-Star Race: Busch brothers optimistic about expanded wagering's effect on sport

The U.S. Supreme Court ruling that allows the rest of the states to join Nevada in legalizing sports wagering could have a large impact on the sports world. Kyle and Kurt Busch, natives of Las Vegas, see the potential for NASCAR.

NASCAR All-Star Race: Kurt Busch expects Talladega-style racing

The driver of the 41 car anticipates the field bunching up as restrictor plates and oversized rear spoilers keep speeds down and create big drafts.

Hailie Deegan's championship fire earns her return spot in NASCAR Next class

The 16-year-old driver comes from a motorsports family, but her famous dad didn't think she was intense enough to be competitive on the track. Laid-back Hailie is proving him wrong.

America's bet against sports gambling was always a big loser

SN's Mike DeCourcy explains why the federal ban on sports betting being ruled unconstitutional is a welcome end to what was a senseless prohibition in the U.S. for years.

Dale Jr. and Amy Earnhardt share first photos of daughter Isla Rose

Two weeks after giving birth to Isla Rose, Amy Earnhardt celebrated her first Mother's Day on Sunday with husband Dale Earnhardt Jr. The new parents shared photos of their daughter in honor of the special occasion.

NASCAR results at Kansas: Kevin Harvick comes from behind for 5th win of season

Kevin Harvick trailed for most of the race, but thanks to late passes of Kyle Larson and Martin Truex Jr., Harvick won for the fifth time this season.

NASCAR at Kansas race: Results, highlights from Harvick's KC Masterpiece 400 win

Kevin Harvick continued his red hot 2018 at the KC Masterpiece 400. Check in for results and highlights from Saturday night's race.

NASCAR starting lineup at Kansas

Kevin Harvick will be out in front as he attempts to win his fifth race of the season.

NASCAR at Dover: Race results, highlights from Kevin Harvick's AAA 400 victory

The NASCAR Cup series was back at Dover on Sunday. Check out the highlights and results from Kevin Harvick's at the AAA 400 Drive for Autism.

NASCAR brings ARCA Series under its umbrella; long relationship to aid partnership

NASCAR and ARCA go back more than six decades. That history helped seal an agreement that will go into effect in 2020.

NASCAR at Talladega: Brad Keselowski reflects on career-changing win at track

Brad Keselowski earned his first Cup Series victory nine years ago on the circuit's largest track. "That was a huge, huge win for me," the 2012 series champion says.

Matt Kenseth returns to Roush Fenway Racing, plans on staying awhile

The longtime Roush Fenway driver is coming out of a brief retirement to drive once more for the outfit with which he won a Cup championship in 2003.

NASCAR at Talladega: Kyle Busch's win streak hinges on unpredictable superspeedway

Kyle Busch can become the ninth driver in NASCAR's Modern Era (since 1972) to win four consecutive races. He will have a tall task at Talladega, but he does have a win at the track.

NASCAR at Richmond race results: Kyle Busch gets 3rd win in row at Toyota Owners 400

Kyle Busch sets a personal record by taking the checkered flag after qualifying 32nd. The win was his third in as many Cup Series races.

NASCAR at Richmond: Kyle Busch comes from back of field to win third straight race

Kyle Busch overcame a poor starting position, patiently picked his way through the field, and emerged in the lead late in the race.

NASCAR at Richmond: Martin Truex Jr. wins 18th career pole; Kyle Busch to start 32nd

Martin Truex Jr. remains steady with another big short-track qualifying run.

NASCAR at Richmond: Va. native Denny Hamlin returns to home track with confidence

Denny Hamlin remained upbeat Friday despite a tough early run at Richmond Raceway. He'll start Saturday's race fourth.

NASCAR at Bristol: Results, highlights from Monday's Food City 500

NASCAR returned to Bristol on Monday for the completion of the rain-delayed Food City 500. Kyle Busch took the win with a late-race pass.

Bubba Wallace gets stuck inside bus, escapes through toilet hatch

Darrell "Bubba" Wallace Jr. had to get creative after he got stuck inside his bus ahead of Sunday's Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway.

NASCAR starting lineup at Bristol: Kyle Busch wins pole, Kurt Busch starts second

Kyle Busch won the pole for the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway, beating brother Kurt Busch by only two one-thousandths of a second.

NASCAR at Bristol: Crash in final practice knocks Kurt Busch off front row

Kurt Busch will start Sunday's race in the rear of the field rather than second after wrecking late in Saturday's final practice.

NASCAR at Bristol: Ryan Preece wins Xfinity race, $100,000 bonus

Ryan Preece risked his own money last year to secure two races with Joe Gibbs Racing. He's making the most of the opportunity.

Jimmie Johnson arrives at Bristol convinced team moving in right direction

Jimmie Johnson is in a rare extended winless streak, which he will try to end Sunday at Bristol Motor Speedway. He's staying positive as he and the Hendrick family search for more speed.

Bobby Labonte embraces opportunity to race in NASCAR Euro series

Bobby Labonte will drive the No. 18 Yacco Toyota for the French team RDV Competition. He made his European debut last year.

NASCAR at Texas: Highlights, results from the O'Reilly Auto Parts 500

Kyle Busch took home the checkered flag at the O'Reilly Auto Parts 500. SN has you covered with highlights and results from NASCAR at Texas.

Jimmie Johnson, mired in winless streak, can be optimistic at Texas, Bristol

Jimmie Johnson is ready to change the conversation around him for the rest of 2018 NASCAR Cup Series season. The next two races, at Texas and Bristol, will give him great opportunities to do just that.

NASCAR at Martinsville: Results, highlights from the STP 500

After a snow delay at Martinsville, Clint Bowyer took home the checkered flag on Monday. SN has results and highlights from the STP 500.

What time is Monday's NASCAR Cup Series race?

NASCAR postponed the Cup and Truck series races at Martinsville until Monday because of snow. SN has you covered with when, where and how to watch the doubleheader.

Kevin Harvick walks the walk with Kern County appearance

Kevin Harvick came home to Bakersfield to race in the lower-level K&N Series. His main purpose was to drum up support for grassroots racing, something he considers vital to the continued health of stock car racing.

NASCAR at Fontana: Race results, highlights from the Auto Club 400

Martin Truex Jr. swept all three stages and took home the checkered flag in the Auto Club 400 at Fontana. SN has results and highlights from Truex's win at the Auto Club Speedway.

NASCAR at Fontana: Cooler heads prevail after Harvick-Larson wreck

Kevin Harvick sounded upset at Kyle Larson immediately after the 4 car hit the wall early in Sunday's race, but Harvick eventually took the blame for the incident.

NASCAR at Phoenix: Race results, highlights from the TicketGuardian 500

Kevin Harvick took home his third straight checkered flag at the TicketGuardian 500 in Arizona. Check out results and highlights of the race.

NASCAR hopes to foster its growing relationship with Migos

Could Migos and NASCAR be preparing to make the most interesting collaboration of the year?

William Byron confident he can negotiate steep learning curve as Cup rookie

William Byron has been a quick study at every previous level of racing. He expects more of the same as he competes at stock car racing's highest level for the first time.

NASCAR's West Coast natives tame the #NASCARGoesWest tracks

Kevin Harvick, Kurt Busch and the other drivers who got their start out west love coming back home and putting on a show for their supporters.

NASCAR at Las Vegas: Race highlights, results from the Pennzoil 400

The NASCAR season moved west for Sunday's Pennzoil 400. Check in here for SN's highlights and results from Kevin Harvick's win at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

NASCAR at Las Vegas: Jimmie Johnson's recovery silver lining for No. 48 team

Jimmie Johnson's race day begins badly but ends much better. The seven-time NASCAR Cup champion salvages a 12th-place finish after the 48 car fails prerace inspection three times.

NASCAR at Atlanta: Race results, highlights from the QuikTrip 500

The NASCAR season continued with the QuikTrip 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway. SN provided live updates and results.

Darrell Wallace Jr.'s history-making Daytona 500 major step toward long run

How far can Darrell Wallace Jr. and his team go after creating momentum with a momentous second-place finish in the 2018 Daytona 500?

Daytona 500 results, highlights from Austin Dillon's thrilling win

The 2018 Daytona 500 is complete and Austin Dillon takes home the checkered flag. Check out the results and highlights from the 60th running of The Great American Race.

Danica Patrick's final NASCAR ride: Love from Daytona fans, then an early exit

Danica Patrick's final NASCAR race ends midway through the 2018 Daytona 500. "It just wasn't meant to be today," says Patrick, who received an ovation from fans beforehand.

Daytona 500 picks: In predicting 2018 race, might as well throw dice

Our Daytona 500 picks this year come with a little twist. With some help from Vegas' odds on who will win the 2018 Daytona 500, we rolled the dice on our predictions — literally.

Daytona 500: Best friends Ryan Blaney, Bubba Wallace proving to be contenders

Ryan Blaney won the second Can-Am Duel at Daytona on Thursday with a big assist from his best bud, Darrell Wallace Jr. The two drivers may get to do something similar in the 500.

Daytona Duels 2018: Qualifying race start times, lineups, format

Thursday's Can-Am Duel qualifying races will set the field for the 2018 Daytona 500. Here are the start times and lineups for both qualifying races.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. makes own name in touching new Goodyear commercial

Dale Earnhardt Jr. has made a name for himself in NASCAR while living up to his father's legacy. That's the message Goodyear is sending in a new, tear-jerking ad.

Daytona 500: Alex Bowman making name for himself as he succeeds Dale Jr.

Alex Bowman is making people remember his name with his driving. The youngster who's replacing Dale Earnhardt Jr. in the No. 88 car will start the 2018 Daytona 500 on the pole.

Daytona 500: Rapid runs in Clash may be good omen for Great American Race

Cars were lower to the track, which produced faster runs that may make blocking more difficult in the Daytona 500.

Clash at Daytona 2018: Brad Keselowski's win and updates from NASCAR's preseason race

For live updates from the 2018 Clash at Daytona, NASCAR's annual preseason exhibition race, follow along here.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. weighs in on Alex Smith replacing Kirk Cousins in Washington

Celebrity sports fans: They're just like us! Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares his thoughts on the Alex Smith trade.

Danica Patrick started stock-car career at disadvantage, Kevin Harvick says

One of Danica Patrick's former teammates at Stewart-Haas Racing says Patrick's lack of experience in racing stock cars helped put her behind the top drivers from the start.

Desire still burns in 'Grandpa' Jimmie Johnson

Seven-time champion Jimmie Johnson is the old man among the Hendrick Motorsports drivers, but he isn't slowing down as he pursues another Cup title.

Tweaks to Charlotte's road course should make Playoff race faster, more intense

Fans are finally getting a road-course race in the NASCAR Playoffs. A bonus is that the course, the Charlotte "roval," is going to be difficult to negotiate.

The inside story of the race that made Martin Truex Jr. a champion

Martin Truex Jr., Kyle Busch and Kyle Larson review the closing laps of the season-ending race at Homestead that made Truex a champion and Busch a disappointed Championship 4 runner-up.

NASCAR at Homestead: Martin Truex Jr. wins first championship in Miami

Martin Truex Jr. fights off Kyle Busch late at Homestead-Miami Speedway to claim his first NASCAR Monster Energy Cup title.

Martin Truex Jr. holds off Kyle Busch for Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series title

Martin Truex Jr. earns his first Cup championship by holding off Kyle Busch in the final laps of the Ford Eco-Boost 400 at Miami-Homestead Speedway.

Is Brad Keselowski the Championship 4 underdog? Check back Saturday

Brad Keselowski is the longest shot on the board to win the Cup Series championship Sunday. Race prep will let him know what his chances really are.

NASCAR at Phoenix: Kenseth wins, Keselowski makes Championship 4

Matt Kenseth claimed an emotional win at Phoenix, while Brad Keselowski held onto the final Championship 4 spot.

NASCAR at Texas: Kevin Harvick wins, Martin Truex Jr. clinches next round in AAA Texas 500

Kevin Harvick (win) and Martin Truex Jr. (points) move into the Championship 4 after the AAA Texas 500.

NASCAR at Martinsville: Kyle Busch wins playoff race amid Denny-Chase drama

Kyle Busch stays ahead of trouble to win at Martinsville and secure a spot in the Championship 4 at Homestead. Denny Hamlin's late-race wreck of Chase Elliott was part of that trouble.

NASCAR at Kansas results: Martin Truex Jr. keeps top spot, wins Hollywood Casino 400

Martin Truex Jr. wins the Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway to keep the top spot in NASCAR's playoffs.

NASCAR at Talladega results: Keselowski dodges damage and survives to win Alabama 500

Brad Keselowski managed to to avoid three major crashes to keep him in contention at Talladega Superspeedway. In the final lap, he made a move to pass Ryan Newman to win the Alabama 500.

NASCAR results at Charlotte: Martin Truex Jr. wins Bank of America 500

Martin Truex Jr. wins the first race of the Round of 12 in NASCAR's Monster Energy Cup Series playoffs at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

NASCAR weather update: Race time moved up, chance of rain throughout the day

NASCAR moved the start time of the Bank of America 500 at Charlotte Motor Speedway up to 2 p.m. ET, but a small chance of rain lingers throughout the day.

North Wilkesboro Speedway, a famous NASCAR ghost, brought back to life in ‘Cars 3’

North Wilkesboro Speedway, given its historical relevance and current status as a creepy ghost track, was the perfect model for Thomasville Speedway in "Cars 3."

Daytona 500 schedule: Dates, times, qualifying drivers, starting lineup for 2017 race

Everything you need to know about the 2017 Daytona 500.

Daytona 500 qualifying: Results, highlights and more from the Duel at Daytona

Thursday's two 150-mile qualifying races called the Can-Am Duels will set the 2017 Daytona 500 field and starting lineup.

Clash at Daytona 2017: Schedule, time, TV info, driver lineup and more

Everything you need to know about the Advance Auto Parts Clash at Daytona, which unofficially opens the 2017 NASCAR season.

NASCAR changes logo for first time in 40 years

After announcing a new premier series sponsor, NASCAR has unveiled a new logo for the 2017 season.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. medically cleared for 2017, but won't race in season-opening event

NASCAR's most popular driver was initially was injured in a wreck at Michigan in June

Dale Earnhardt Jr., Amy Reimann confirm NYE wedding

The couple planned to marry this offseason.

NASCAR signs Monster Energy to replace Sprint as title sponsor for top series

NASCAR searched two years for a replacement for outgoing series sponsor Sprint.

Check out Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s paint scheme for 2017

Hendrick Motorsports and Nationwide revealed the No. 88 paint scheme that will be run for the majority of the 2017 season.

Clint Bowyer sues former race team for $2.2 million

Clint Bowyer has sued HScott Motorsports, alleging the team owes him more than $2.2 million. The team calls the lawsuit frivolous.

Jimmie Johnson gives Tony Stewart the ultimate collectible

Tony Stewart, who has an impressive collection of more than 200 race helmets, now has the ultimate addition — Jimmie Johnson's helmet from JJ's seventh championship.

No offseason: Dale Earnhardt Jr. plans to be in car for lots of testing before Daytona

It will be 232 days since Dale Earnhardt Jr. was in a Cup race when he wheels the No. 88 Chevrolet in the 2017 Daytona 500.

Dillon living up to the No. 3?

The iconic No. 3 finished its third season in NASCAR Sunday since returning to the sport following Dale Earnhardt's death.

NASCAR championship: Carl Edwards, Joey Logano explain their sides of fiery wreck

Carl Edwards and Joey Logano were involved in a championship-changing wreck with 10 laps remaining in Sunday's title race.

Dale Earnhardt Jr., Richard Petty congratulate 'badass' Jimmie Johnson on 7th title

Dale Earnhardt Jr. and sister Kelley offer congratulations to Jimmie Johnson on behalf of their father for his record-tying championship.

NASCAR championship: Joey Logano experiences Chase heartbreak yet again

Since the Chase debuted three seasons ago, it's been an emotional roller-coaster for Joey Logano.

Jimmie Johnson wins 7th NASCAR title in wild finish to join Dale Earnhardt, Richard Petty

Jimmie Johnson had never won at Homestead-Miami Speedway until Sunday's season finale.

NASCAR championship: Carl Edwards wrecks out of title hopes in fiery restart

Carl Edwards saw his hopes of a first NASCAR championship go up in smoke after a wreck on a restart with 10 laps remaining.

NASCAR championship: Kyle Busch makes unscheduled pit stop for nonexistent flat tire

Kyle Busch's hopes to repeat as NASCAR's Sprint Cup champion took a big hit just over halfway in Sunday's season finale

Richard Petty says there's no way to compare himself with Dale Earnhardt, Jimmie Johnson

Jimmie Johnson can join The King and The Intimidator as the only Cup drivers to win seven championships.

NASCAR championship: Jimmie Johnson to start from the rear for unapproved modifications

Johnson qualified 14th but will move to 40th before the green flag waves.

France OK with poor ratings

Sunday's race at Phoenix was the 11th straight Cup race to hit a multi-year low in ratings and viewership.

Tony Stewart's helmet for his final NASCAR race is beautiful

For his last race, Stewart will drive a special black and gray "Smoke" paint scheme as well as a unique helmet paying tribute to his career.

Daniel Suarez leans on life lessons to win NASCAR Xfinity Series championship

The champ came to the U.S. from Mexico five years ago not knowing English and needing to learn a lot about being a winning driver. He has mastered both tasks.

Cole Whitt explains Xfinity final championship restart that Erik Jones found 'disrespectful'

Erik Jones wanted an explanation for why Cole Whitt didn't pit with the leaders late in the Xfinity Series season finale. Whitt gave reporters his response.

Daniel Suárez becomes first international driver to win NASCAR championship

Daniel Suárez's barrier-breaking season ended with a championship.

Jimmie Johnson claims Homestead win is his sole focus, not Petty and Earnhardt

Being a six-time Sprint Cup champion didn't come easy for Jimmie Johnson. The quest to win No. 7 has been equally as challenging.

NASCAR championship at Homestead: Kyle Busch can make Cup history

Kyle Busch has come a long way since his wreck at the start of the 2015 season. A win Sunday would put him in elite company among NASCAR's greatest drivers.

NASCAR championship at Homestead: Joey Logano knows he's ready for a Cup

Joey Logano's career journey, which has brought him to another berth in the Sprint Cup Championship 4, has been interesting. His main goal this year is to do what he was unable to do in 2014 and 2015: win the title.

Johnny Sauter claims Camping World Truck Series title; William Byron gets record 7th win

Sauter's third-place finish was enough to get him the trophy. Byron, meanwhile, capped an outstanding rookie season with another victory.

NASCAR Sprint Cup championship: Gatorade releases video in support of Jimmie Johnson

Johnson will be driving for a record-tying seventh championship Sunday.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. pointing toward return at Daytona 500, Rick Hendrick says

Earnhardt, 42, said last month "we're booking things as normal" ahead of the 2017 season.

NASCAR Chase final round: Schedule, times, TV info at Homestead-Miami

It's championship weekend at Homestead-Miami Speedway with titles on the line in the Sprint Cup, Xfinity and Trucks series.

NASCAR Sprint Cup championship: Why Kyle Busch can repeat

Kyle Busch is looking to become just the 11th driver in series history to repeat as title-holder.

NASCAR Sprint Cup championship: Track history gives Carl Edwards big advantage

If we’re going strictly by statistics at Homestead, then advantage Carl Edwards.

NASCAR Sprint Cup championship: Why Joey Logano can win first title

Over the past three seasons, Joey Logano's seven wins in 29 Chase races tops all drivers.

NASCAR Sprint Cup championship: Vegas odds, history point in Jimmie Johnson's favor

Jimmie Johnson is favored to win another championship, tying only Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt as drivers to win seven times.

See Tony Stewart's paint scheme for final NASCAR race

Stewart will drive a car with a special paint scheme carrying each SHR employee's signature with the words “Always a Racer, Forever a Champion."

In-car audio at Phoenix: Matt Kenseth wouldn't help Kyle Busch, resulting in OT dive-bomb

Kyle Busch did what he had to do by wrecking JGR teammate Matt Kenseth to advance to the Championship 4 in the Chase.

Miami Zoo cheetah predicts 2016 NASCAR champion

Koda, an endangered cheetah from South Africa, picks the winner of the Sprint Cup championship.

WATCH: Carl Edwards, Kyle Busch discuss what they daydream about while racing

Kyle Busch and Carl Edwards visited “The Dan Patrick Show” on Tuesday to discuss the final race of the season, among other things.

Joey Logano loses wedding ring in victory lane

Joey Logano was elated after winning the Can-Am 500 at Phoenix, until he discovered he had lost his wedding ring in victory lane.

Joey Logano wins wild overtime finish at Phoenix to clinch Chase championship appearance

Joey Logano and Kyle Busch advance to the championship race in Homestead after a wild overtime finish at Phoenix-International Raceway.

Sprint Cup Chase at Homestead-Miami: Schedule, times, TV info for Ford EcoBoost 400

Schedule and start times for the Camping World Trucks, Xfinity and Sprint Cup Series races at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Kyle Busch won last year's race to win the Sprint Cup title.

Phoenix starting lineup: Alex Bowman has pole, Joey Logano leads Chase drivers

Check out the starting lineup for the penultimate race of the NASCAR season.

NASCAR tripleheader preview

Complete schedule you need to know about this weekend's NASCAR tripleheader at Phoenix.

NASCAR awards show Dec. 2; Sting to headline musical acts

NASCAR's awards show includes postseason awards and entertainment.

Brian Scott retiring at age 28; rookie Sprint Cup driver turning attention to family

This was Brian Scott's first and only season as a full-time Sprint Cup driver, spent with Richard Petty Motorsports.

Chasing Homestead: What drivers must do to secure place in Sprint Cup championship race

Kurt Busch must win at Phoenix to reach the Chase championship race. He isn't alone.

Carl Edwards wins rain-shortened Texas race, secures berth in Chase final

Rain plagues race day at Texas, and a final shower brings the AAA Texas 500 to an end. Carl Edwards leads the final 36 laps and wins when NASCAR calls the race on Lap 293.

Chase standings tight as six drivers battle for two championship spots

Six drivers are fighting for two remaining spots in the championship race of the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

Danica Patrick among NASCAR drivers reacting to Donald Trump presidential victory

Here's what some Sprint Cup drivers post on social media after Donald Trump pulls the biggest surprise in presidential election history.

Sprint Cup Chase at Homestead: Schedule, times, TV info for Ford EcoBoost 400

Schedule and start times for the Camping World Trucks, Xfinity and Sprint Cup Series races at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Kyle Busch won last year's race to win the Sprint Cup title.

Joey Logano's crew chief fined $10K for lug-nut violation

Joey Logano's No. 22 was found to have only 19 of 20 lug nuts secured following his runner-up finish to Carl Edwards in Sunday's AAA 500.

Sports world reacts to election of Donald Trump as U.S. president

Trump beat former first lady and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in an election that began Tuesday morning and lasted into Wednesday.

Carl Edwards, Denny Hamlin work to turn close calls into Cup title

Carl Edwards knows he has another shot at the championship; Denny Hamlin still needs to lock into the championship race.

Which drivers are leading in Most Popular Driver voting? You might be surprised

Check out the top 10 drivers in the voting to date.

Austin Dillon angry, Kevin Harvick apologetic after Texas incident

Austin Dillon was not pleased with Kevin Harvick for wrecking him at Texas.

Sprint Cup results at Texas: Carl Edwards wins, locks into Chase finale

Rain stops the AAA Texas 500 before its full run and hands victory to Carl Edwards.

Tire explodes, injures pit crew member after Paul Menard's car spins

The tire reportedly exploded after it was taken off Paul Menard's car and over the wall.

As weather threat ends, tire trouble arises as Texas field chases Joey Logano

Always tricky, Texas was providing major challenges for Sprint Cup drivers in a critical race in the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

Shortened race at Texas? Problematic, but not first or worst for Cup Chase

If NASCAR couldn't take its Texas race the full 500 miles, it might have a problem seldom seen in the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

NBC analysts Dale Jarrett, Kyle Petty add personal touch to concussion debate

Dale Jarrett and Kyle Petty understand NASCAR in unique ways - which broadens their debates on issues in the sport today.

Rain delays start of Texas Sprint Cup Chase race; long, long day after short storm

NASCAR just can't seem to escape race-day rainfall.

Rain delay to move Texas race from NBC to NBCSN

Rain was delaying the Sprint Cup race at Texas Motor Speedway late into the afternoon.

Jimmie Johnson hungers for Cup title to match Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt

As he prepares for Nov. 20's championship race, Jimmie Johnson knows what's ahead, who he challenges and how he is perceived. His only concern: Win.

Let's go Chasing at Texas: Stars, cars and (dang it) sprinkles for NASCAR show

Welcome to the eight's race in the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

Chase Elliott has backup driver on standby for Texas Cup race

Chase Elliott is attempting the race at Texas despite battling flu-like symptoms.

Texas starting lineup: Austin Dillon has pole position; Joey Logano tops Chase drivers

Austin Dillon, who was eliminated from the Chase before the Round of 8, will lead the field Sunday in the Texas AAA 500.

Matt DiBenedetto out with concussion; Jeffrey Earnhardt called in as replacement

A crash in Saturday's Xfinity Series race leaves Matt DiBenedetto concussed.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. pulled over after 'wheeling it' in Buick

Dale Earnhardt Jr., a/k/a "little speed racer," apparently was let off with a warning.

Daniel Suarez takes Xfinity Chase lead in race dominated by Sprint Cup drivers

Two races into the Round of 8, Daniel Suarez is one point ahead of Elliott Sadler. Kyle Larson wins at Texas, Brad Keselowski dominates and the Xfinity Chase standings are revised.

Johnson, Harvick or Hamlin, Chase drivers must master mental side of racing

There's more to managing these final races than just building fast cars. Jeff Burton has been through it, suffered and knows the trials Cup contenders face.

HScott Motorsports charter could be next available in sale for 2017 season

Owner Harry Scott has lost both this season's drivers and their sponsors, making him ponder his future in Sprint Cup.

Xfinity starting lineup at Texas: Erik Jones begins ahead of Chase challengers

Brad Keselowski will start from pole position, but all eyes at Texas will be on eight drivers bidding for a berth in the Chase championship race.

Kevin Harvick qualifies well, faces bumpy road at Texas to make Chase finale

Starting third is good, and Kevin Harvick needs the best finish he can muster at Texas.

Denny Hamlin hit by penalty ahead of Chase's Texas AAA 500

After a mediocre qualifying, Denny Hamlin forfeits ability to select the best available pit stall.

Johnny Sauter wins Texas Truck race with late pass; second win in two races

Passing Matt Crafton with two laps left, Johnny Sauter pulled away to win his second consecutive race in the inaugural NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Chase.

NASCAR entry in Texas Sprint Cup race touts presidential candidate

What better place to campaign for Donald Trump than at Texas Motor Speedway during Sunday's NASCAR Sprint Cup race?

Racing against teammates keeps getting tougher as Chase field narrows

Joe Gibbs Racing's drivers have worked together all season - but someone's not going to be racing for the title.

Bad news early for Kyle Busch: Practice damage forces him to bring out backup car

Kyle Busch double-taps the wall in practice.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s Xfinity operation expands, adds Michael Annett for 2017

JR Motorsports will have four, and at times five cars in the NASCAR subseries next season. Michael Annett is leaving HScott Motorsports.

Texas challenges Chasers with unique aspects of fast, banked track

Chase for the Sprint Cup contenders head to Texas with different scenarios, but common goal — win and advance.

Matt Tifft feel-good story gets happy update: full-time Xfinity ride for 2017

Just month after brain surgery, 20-year-old Matt Tifft is handed the keys to a Joe Gibbs Racing car for the full 2017 season.

Sprint Cup Chase at Texas: Schedule, times, TV info for AAA Texas 500

Schedule and start times for the Camping World Trucks, Xfinity and Sprint Cup Series races at Texas Motor Speedway. Jimmie Johnson, who won Sunday at Martinsville, is the defending Sprint Cup champ.

Texas Chase scenarios include spoilers; Joey Logano's fate hangs in balance

Jimmie Johnson will enter Sunday race as a favorite, which means Joey Logano and others must either beat him or stay on his bumper.

Sponsorships an open tap for drivers, teams; not so for NASCAR's top series

Busch re-ups with Kevin Harvick in the latest sponsorship announcement. When will Sprint's replacement arrive?

Tony Stewart's final go-round at Texas will include tribute, trouble

Tony Stewart knows how to win at this week's Sprint Cup track. He seeks his 50th career victory while trying to get two of his drivers into the Chase championship race.

Denny Hamlin's biggest failure at Martinsville? Caught twice in inspection process

Chase driver Denny Hamlin heads to Texas with a warning from NASCAR.

NASCAR heads to Texas for weekend of racing; rain won't be a factor

Cup, Xfinity and Truck series races should go off at Texas without a hitch or the need for well-used track-drying machines.

Kurt Busch, Carl Edwards, Kevin Harvick in Chase trouble heading to Texas

Carl Edwards hit the wall. Kevin Harvick and Kurt Busch struggle. After their Martinsville mishaps, all three need big recoveries starting Sunday to stay in the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

Trevor Bayne's primary sponsor extends deal with Roush-Fenway Racing

At 26, Trevor Bayne is having his best season.

NASCAR legend Robert Yates has liver cancer; his engines powered championship

A NASCAR Hall of Fame nominee, Robert Yates was a Cup-winning team owner in 1999.

Can NASCAR fans stand seeing Jimmie Johnson win a seventh championship?

Dale Earnhardt and Richard Petty are stock car racing icons, and Jimmie Johnson could match their seven championships. Yet despite his success, Johnson is far from venerated.

NASCAR at 'an advanced stage' in talks to replace Sprint as title sponsor

A NASCAR official says the sanctioning body is taking its time choosing a replacement for Sprint's sponsorship, looking for the right fit.

Man charged with reckless driving after fans injured at Martinsville Speedway

The unidentified man is accused by police of driving into a crowd at the Speedway, injuring 22.

Scoring controversy, untimely caution leads to confusion at Martinsville

NASCAR officials took their time resetting the field Sunday after a caution flag flew during green-flag pit stops, creating confusion over who was where on the track.

Spectators injured in Martinsville Speedway parking lot after Sprint Cup race

Reports say as many as 10 people were treated after being struck by a car about a half-hour after Sunday's race.

Jimmie Johnson one race from tying Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt with seven Cup titles

He is the most successful driver of his era, and now Jimmie Johnson can put himself among NASCAR legends.

Joe Gibbs Racing drivers frustrated with each other, and that's a problem

Denny Hamlin, Matt Kenseth and Kyle Busch were hampered by having to race one another carefully on the short track.

NASCAR results from Martinsville: Jimmie Johnson wins, advances to final round of Chase

Jimmie Johnson, who had never advanced into the Round of 8 in the new Chase format, has now clinched a spot in the final round.

Jimmie Johnson wins at Martinsville, earns berth in Chase championship race

Jimmie Johnson wins for the ninth time at Martinsville and will be in the four-car Chase championship race for the first time.

Denny Hamlin calls out Jimmie Johnson after contact at Martinsville

Denny Hamlin was not pleased with Jimmie Johnson at Martinsville.

Pointed comments fly as Martin Truex Jr. lets Joe Gibbs Racing cars lead at Martinsville

It's the first race in the Chase for the Sprint Cup's Round of 8. Every point counts. Teammates work together. But when is it too much?

Denny Hamlin, Carl Edwards slowed by early pit-road speeding penalties at Martinsville

Denny Hamlin has struggled to avoid pit-road penalties this season.

Martinsville's warm weather is bad break, and drivers' brakes will prove why

Few races are more dependent on braking that those at Sprint Cup's Paperclip.

Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart clash in (expected) final Cup career showdown

Tony Stewart and Jeff Gordon have carried the sport to a new legion of fans in their storied careers.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. on 2017: 'My intention is to race'

Speaking ahead of the Martinsville race, Junior gives an optimistic outlook on his health and his future as a NASCAR driver.

Sprint Cup Chase at Martinsville: Schedule, times, TV info for Goody's Fast Relief 500

Schedule and start times for the Camping World Trucks and Sprint Cup Series races at Martinsville Speedway. Kyle Busch won the spring race.

Martinsville starting lineup: Martin Truex Jr. to lead field of Chasers

Martin Truex Jr. is out of the Chase, but he's still fast.

Johnny Sauter wins Martinsville Truck race; crash sparks furor

With his victory, Johnny Sauter locks into the Truck Series championship race. After it, two drivers have a heated exchange.

With Chris Buescher waiting, Greg Biffle's future at Roush up for speculation

Lack of success has Greg Biffle pondering his future, and that creates questions regarding his options, Roush Fenway Racing's No. 16 car and prospect Chris Buescher.

Jimmie Johnson eyes Martinsville win, but shies away from title predictions

Jimmie Johnson is careful about looking toward a seventh Cup title; others aren't so circumspect.

Positions matter most at Martinsville, whether start, restarts or pit placement

Going 500 laps on a half-mile track is your basic Sunday traffic jam. Getting to the front and staying there requires a little luck and strategy.

Jeff Gordon, Denny Hamlin look forward to Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s return

It's not just fans eagerly awaiting Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s return.

Jeff Gordon ending his relief-driving role — would he do it again?

Jeff Gordon doesn't really know what his future holds, at least not when it comes to driving.

Paperclip problem: Martinsville tough place to begin Chase Round of 8

Martinsville Speedway offers unique challenges to the eight drivers competing for the Sprint Cup. NBC Sports analyst Steve Letarte lays out some of those challenges.

Only memories Joey Logano wants at Martinsville? How to win, making it happen

No way Joey Logano can forget what happened with Matt Kenseth in 2015's Chase race. No way he can focus on it.

Jeff Gordon back on track, cuts fast laps at Martinsville

In his last race in place of Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jeff Gordon shows why is the master.

Denny Hamlin rivals Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson win totals at Martinsville

Looking for a likely Martinsville winner among Joe Gibbs Racing's four Chase drivers? Your attention is called to the man with five grandfather clocks, Denny Hamlin.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. ready to impress again in Martinsville broadcast

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is proving he's good at most every aspect of NASCAR — even the parts that don't involve driving.

Jeff Gordon returns to site of last win; can he do it again?

Jeff Gordon won at Martinsville in what was expected to be his last race there a year ago. Can he repeat in his return?

Kasey Kahne latest Cup driver to get word of sponsor departure

Farmers Insurance will step away from Hendrick Motorsports' No. 5 car after the 2017 season.

Jeff Gordon returns to Martinsville; Cup Chase begins Round of 8

Sunday will be the last race for Jeff Gordon as replacement for Dale Earnhardt Jr. But it has huge implications on who will be the next series champion.

Flexible start times for NASCAR races fixes a problem, might create others

NASCAR often advances race starting times to stay ahead of weather problems. But there is a big difference between 15 minutes and, say, an hour.

No mention of bickering Kevin Harvick, Kurt Busch in NASCAR penalty report

This week's disciplinary actions are mostly wrist slaps for non-Chase drivers.

Mistrial declared in assault case in beating of retired NASCAR driver Mike Wallace

Prosecution witnesses apparently violated a judge's order, meaning the case will have to start over.

Fable of Talladega's three stragglers: Joe Gibbs Racing's lesson in how to win

There's nothing wrong with racing for long-term goals rather than immediate success.To suggest otherwise is harebrained.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. back on TV at Martinsville; ratings need his help

NBC & Co. continue to struggle with viewership, so much so that even Dale Earnhardt Jr. can't rescue.

NASCAR rules change smart way to boost driver development in Xfinity, Truck series

Joe Gibbs Racing's Talladega strategy scrutinized but within the rules

Matt Kenseth, Kyle Busch and Carl Edwards did what they needed to do to reach the Chase Round of 8, and NASCAR says they were within the rules.

Brian Scott gives Richard Petty team big boost with career-best finish

Rookie driver Brian Scott turned in a career-best finish in the Sprint Cup race at Talladega Superspeedway.

Tiebreaker at Talladega: Four more eliminated from Chase

There was only one spot left, and it was decided during the final three laps in overtime.

Kevin Harvick takes angry swipe at Kurt Busch after Talladega tangle

Yes, they are teammates, but apparently they didn't see eye to eye late in Sunday's Chase.