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“What the F*ck Happened?” – Bubba Wallace Insider Ruthlessly Bashes Billionaire Roger Penske’s Star for Pulling Off Ross Chastain

After a dramatic Darlington weekend, Wallace's spotter doubles down on a driver for his recklessness, drawing out Ross Chastain parallel.
Roger Penske & Ross Chastain

Bad News for Michael Jordan as Star Driver Gets Compared to Dale Earnhardt Jr’s Controversial Driver

Controversy at Darlington, as the actions of the ace driver of team Michael Jordan and Denny, draws comparisons to Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s racer.
Dale Earnhardt Jr & Michael Jordan

“He Can Still Fire Me” – Denny Hamlins’ Employee Questions His Late Darlington Misfortune Amid JGR Downfall

Did Denny Hamlin incident at Darlington hide a deeper mystery? Find out what really happened on the track as his own employee doubts him.
Bubba Wallace and Denny Hamlin

Bubba Wallaces’ Spotter Accuses Joe Gibbs and Hendrick Motorsports Drivers of Manipulating NASCAR

Something unusual happened at Darlington last week. A 23XI insider accused Hendrick Motorsports and Joe Gibbs Racing of manipulation.
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“Harvick Got Scr*wed” – Tony Stewart’s Darlington Misery Should Catch NASCAR’s Attention

Dale Earnhardt Jr and Mike Davis break Kevin Harvick's pit road mishap up into fragments and explain what went wrong and if NASCAR can be blamed.
Kevin Harvick and Tony Stewart

“This Is Some Bullsh*t” – Dale Earnhardt Jr Points the Finger at Daniel Suarez Shielding HMS Driver

Following a dramatic short track action at the "tough" Darlington, Dale Earnhardt offers his thoughts on the late tangle, blaming Daniel Suarez.
Daniel Suarez, Dale Earnhardt Jr, NASCAR

Trackhouse Racing Provides New Haven to Dejected Former Penn-State Football Star

Following a tragic end to his football career, former collegiate running back gets a new opportunity with Trackhouse Racing in NASCAR.
Syndication: The Tennessean Fans take in the race in the shade of the press box during the NASCAR Xfinity Series Tenness

“Had I Not Won” – Kyle Larson Rubs It In With Bold Victory Message After Winning Another Crown Jewel

Kyle Larson's bold victory message after clinching a crown jewel at Darlington - A race filled with twists and a testament to his resilience.
NASCAR Cup Series Coke Zero Sugar 400

“Need a Little Bit More” – Brad Keselowski’s Wildcard Driver Demands More Despite Strong Finish

While RFK Racing co-owner, Brad Keselowski felt like their Darlington outing was a strong start to the round of 16s, his driver wanted more.
NASCAR Cup Series 62nd Annual Daytona 500

Dale Earnhardt Jr Reminds Joe Gibbs of the Repercussions of Depriving the Rookie of the Year

Former racer Dale Earnhardt Jr. does not approve of Team owner Joe Gibbs's decisions for the Southern 500 playoff race at Darlington.
Joe Gibbs and Dale Earnhardt Jr

Denny Hamlin Fires Shots at Bubba Wallace With a 5-Word Dig at His Inability to Capitalize on a “Good Day”

23XI Racing co-owner Denny Hamlin hinted at his slight displeasure at Bubba Wallace's incapacity despite a commendable finish at Darlington.
Bubba Wallace and Denny Hamlin

“I Stumbled Over” – Dale Earnhardt Jr Dives Into the Mistake He Made on Live Television

Coming back from an eventful weekend at Darlington, Dale Jr goes over the reasons for his live television mistake on his podcast with Mike Davis.
AUTO: OCT 16 NASCAR Cup Series Playoff South Point 400

About Darlington Raceway

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Darlington Raceway- 2021 Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Track

Darlington Raceway is a race track worked for NASCAR hustling situated in Darlington, South Carolina. It is nicknamed "The Lady in Black" and "The Track Too Tough to Tame" by numerous NASCAR fans and drivers and promoted as "A NASCAR Tradition."

It is of an interesting, fairly egg-molded design, an oval with the finishes of totally different setups, a condition which apparently emerged from the closeness of one finish of the track to a minnow lake the proprietor would not move. The present circumstance makes it trying for the groups to set up their vehicles' taking care of such that will be successful at the two closures.

For a long time, Darlington was the site of two yearly NASCAR Cup Series races. One, the Rebel 400, was held in the spring while the other, the Southern 500, was constantly held on Labor Day weekend. In 2003, the Labor Day race was given to California Speedway, and the Southern 500 was moved to November 2004 and was run as a component of the Chase for the Nextel Cup.

History

As of late, the track has been reconfigured; since 1997, what was the front stretch is currently the back stretch, from late 2003 to mid 2004 lights were introduced for late evening racing to beat the warmth, and the turns have been renumbered in like manner.

Seating has been expanded to roughly 65,000, in spite of the fact that it has been restricted by the closeness of an interstate behind the back stretch and another lake; the first minnow lake is a distant memory.

Darlington has something of an unbelievable quality among drivers and more seasoned fans; this is likely because of its long track length comparative with other NASCAR speedways of its time and subsequently the principal scene where a considerable lot of them got conscious of the genuinely high paces that stock vehicles could accomplish on a long track.

The track supposedly acquired the moniker The Lady in Black. It is in light of the fact that the night prior to the race the track upkeep team would cover the whole track with new asphalt sealant. Darlington is otherwise called "The Track Too Tough to Tame". It is because of the fact that drivers can pursue a lap without an issue and afterward skip off of the divider the accompanying lap.

Racers will much of the time disclose that they need to race the circuit, not their opposition. Drivers reaching the stopping point are considered to have gotten their "Darlington Stripe" on account of the missing paint on the correct side of the vehicle.

On January 28, 2019, it was uncovered on ISC's 2018 yearly report that the raceway's track seating was decreased from 58,000 to 47,000.

Quick Facts

LocationDarlington, South Carolina
OperatorInternational Speedway Corporation
Major EventsNASCAR Cup Series

TBA

Southern 500

NASCAR Xfinity Series

Toyota 200

Sport Clips Haircuts VFW 200

NASCAR Camping World Truck Series

South Carolina Education Lottery 200

USAC Silver Crown Series

Silver Crown Showdown at Darlington

Length1.366 mi (2.198 km)
Most WinsDavid Pearson (10)
Most StartsRichard Petty (25)
Most PolesDavid Pearson (12)