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Vikrant Damke is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports, fueled by a lifelong love for speed, precision, and the roar of the engines. While his family never quite understood his fascination with "men going around in circles," that never stopped him from diving deep into the world of racing. Though F1 was his first love, NASCAR’s intense strategy, door-to-door battles, and rich history pulled him in like a last-lap photo finish.

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Tony Stewart Openly Invites Dale Earnhardt Jr. to “Fantasy Land” After His Talladega Stunt

Tony Stewart throws down a playful challenge to Dale Earnhardt Jr., offering a Top Fuel test drive after his Talladega thrill ride.

Kyle Larson Writes Another Comeback Story as the NASCAR Driver Schools the Grid in Jacksonville

Kyle Larson dazzles again, storming from sixth to victory at Jacksonville Speedway in a thrilling World of Outlaws showdown.

NASCAR’s New Antagonist Threatens With “Protest” at Talladega Superspeedway

Carson Hocevar plans a bold "protest" at Talladega, slamming fuel-saving tactics in superspeedway racing, learning from past experiences.

Carson Hocevar Undeterred by NASCAR Brother’s Criticism Despite Antagonizing Most Drivers

Carson Hocevar says of Ross Chastain clash, “We kind of just agreed to disagree... we’re brothers,” as post-race tensions ease.

Mother Nature Shows Her Ugly Side With NASCAR Events Cancelled at Talladega

Rain disrupts Talladega weekend as key NASCAR events are canceled or shortened, leaving fans and teams bracing for more weather drama.

Spire Motorsports Insider Finally Spills the Bean on Dismissed Championship Winner

Spire Motorsports' Jeff Dickerson breaks silence on firing Rodney Childers, revealing the real reason behind the shocking split.

NASCAR Fans Lose It Over Christopher Bell’s Wild Hairstyles and Unexpected Style Evolution

Christopher Bell’s hilarious hairstyle edits spark fan frenzy—pixie cuts, man buns, and unexpected laughs light up Instagram!

Chase Elliott Exposes NASCAR’s Brutal Talladega Strategy Masquerading as Mayhem

Chase Elliott reveals the hidden strategy behind Talladega’s chaos, where survival often matters more than raw speed.

Tony Stewart’s NHRA Success Triggers Wild 9-Word Verdict From NASCAR Insider Amidst Bold Declaration

Tony Stewart’s Top Fuel win sparks a jaw-dropping nie-word verdict from Mike Joy as his legendary career hits another milestone.

“It Really Scarred Me”- Jimmie Johnson Gets Candid on Powerful Emotions Behind Career Milestone With Heartfelt Claim

Jimmie Johnson opens up about a career milestone, while revealing how a false COVID test in 2020 left a lasting emotional impact.

Dale Jr. Flips the Script for New Employer as NASCAR Fans Rally Behind Boldest Teaser Yet

Dale Jr. stars in Amazon Prime’s bold NASCAR promo, sparking fan buzz with retro vibes and a wild time-travel twist.

NASCAR Veteran Hands Kevin Harvick a Brutal Reality Check Amidst Heated Kyle Larson Debate

Mike Joy gives Kevin Harvick a dose of perspective as Kyle Larson's legend status debate heats up in NASCAR circles.
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