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“Idiot” Ross Chastain Adds Kyle Busch to His Long List of Predators With Just One Move, as Fans Ask to “Dump Him”

Another race, and yet another enemy made for Ross Chastain, as Kyle Busch is the latest driver to be annoyed at the Trackhouse Racing driver.
Ross Chastain and Kyle Busch

“Actions Detrimental” – Ross Chastain Replicated Rival Denny Hamlin’s Mistake With Fans Demanding Same Treatment

Ross Chastain has found himself in hot waters yet again after another crash involving Kyle Larson; Would he finally face the consequences?
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“Not Gonna Win Anyway” – Bubba Wallace’s Heartwrenching “Inconsistency Is So Consistent” Garners More Hate From the Fans

Bubba Wallace expresses frustration after inconsistent restart positions during Sunday's race in Darlington, but fans are not here for it.
BUBBA WALLACE gets interviewed during the Daytona 500 Media Day in Daytona Beach, FL, USA. Daytona Beach United States o

Returning NASCAR Legend’s Agonizing Revelation Underscores the Biggest Problem With Next-Gen Cars

After making a return to the Cup Series race at the Darlington Speedway, NASCAR legend reveals his ordeal with the Next-Gen cars.
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Minutes After Setting a New Record, William Byron Unleashes Fury at Press Reminding Him of Failure

William Byron talks about Lessons from the past year as he emerged victorious at Darlington along with a new record to his name
HAMPTON, GA – MARCH 19: William Byron ( 24 Hendrick Motorsports Liberty University Chevrolet) during the running the NAS

‘Crybaby’ Kyle Larson Divides Fans as Ross Chastain Dethrones Bubba Wallace and Chase Elliott in One Race

After Ross Chastain and his latest shenanigan with Kyle Larson, speculation arises for him to dethrone both Chase Elliott and Bubba Wallace.
Ross Chastain and Hendrick Motorsports driver Kyle Larson

Bubba Wallace Savagely Silences Reporter Trying to Call Him Out

23XI Racing driver, Bubba Wallace, wasted no time to swiftly silence a reporter after misinformation following the recent race at Darlington.
NASCAR Cup Series Bass Pro Shops Night Race

Fan Fiercely React as Richard Childress’s NASCAR Sensation’s Mistake Causes Massive Wreck

The Xfinity Race at Darlington was nothing less than a mess for Richard Childress Racing's driver, who was involved in a multiple-car wreck.
Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 61st Annual Daytona 500 – Qualifying

Amid Rumors of His Return, Kurt Busch Gets Teary-Eyed, Reminiscing the Closest Loss in NASCAR History

Former NASCAR driver, Kurt Busch, teared up after re-watching footage from the most painful and closest ever NASCAR loss at Darlington.
NASCAR: Daytona 500 Qualifying

Kaulig Racing Spotter Takes Jibe at Boss as Kyle Larson’s Win Highlights Hypocrisy Amid Denny Hamlin Altercation on Track

Kyle Larson wins at Darlington for the first time as fans raise questions on his controversial win after toe-to-toe battle with point leader.

“You’ll Tag the Wall and End Up Messing Up Someone Else’s Day” – Fans Claim Bubba Wallace’s P2 Result Will Do More Harm Despite the Pace in Qualifying

Despite finishing second in the qualifying race at Darlington, fans show a lack of faith in Bubba Wallace given his recent history.
NASCAR Cup Series M&M’s Fan Appreciation 400 – Qualifying

“Comfortable Making These Guys Uncomfortable”: Ross Chastain Aims to Steal Chase Elliott’s Throne Followed by Kyle Larson’s Proposition

Kyle Larson makes a bold claim concerning Chase Elliott and Ross Chastain as the latter prefers being the aggressive driver he is.
Ross Chastain, Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott

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)