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“No Doubt About It”: Denny Hamlin Predicts Wild Playoffs Up Ahead as Chase Briscoe Becomes the Last to Take the Spot

The playoffs just got wild according to Denny Hamlin after the Darlington race adds Chase Briscoe to the top 16.
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Harrison Burton Publicly Flaunts Unfazed Attitude Despite Controversial Playoff Spot

Is Harrison Burton's playoff spot deserved after a controversial win at Daytona? Here's what he had to say.
NASCAR Xfinity Series Ambetter Get Vaccinated 200

Kyle Busch Defends NASCAR Underdog who Got Reprimanded by Chevrolet for Stealing Daytona Win

Kyle Busch frees the young racing prodigy from the blame of pushing Harrison Burton in the final lap at Daytona thus ensuring Busch's defeat.
NASCAR: Daytona 500

Kevin Harvick Left in Awe of Harrison Burton Ending Wood Brothers’ Centurion Wait

Kevin Harvick thinks that Harrison Burton was unfortunate through his initial years of the Cup but has made an epic exit from Wood Brothers.
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Jeff Burton Urges NASCAR’s Future to Steer Clear of Teams’ Underlying Favoritism With 6-Word Demand

Harrison Burton’s Daytona win over Kyle Busch highlights NASCAR’s unpredictability, as noted by his father, Jeff Burton.
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Jimmie Johnson’s Ace Demands Patience From NASCAR Community Amid Unending Racing Struggles

Erik Jones reveals the efforts that Legacy Motor Club is putting to get to the glory and how long is it going to take to get there.
NASCAR: Daytona 500 Media Day

Jeff Burton Left Teary-Eyed By NASCAR Community Embracing Son Harrison’s Daytona Glory

Jeff Burton thinks that his son has made a mark in the garage which could be seen through all the wishes he received after his race victory.
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Dale Jr Shockingly Defends NASCAR’s System Profiting $2+ Million for Harrison Burton & Co

Harrison Burton’s playoff-clinching win at Daytona sparks debate on Dale Jr's podcast as critics weigh the fairness of his leap to top 16.
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Jeff Burton Admits Having to ‘Shut the Hell Up’ Despite No Sugarcoating Son Harrison’s NASCAR Struggles

NASCAR legend Jeff Burton shed light on the unique approach he had with his son Harrison to getting him to overturn his misfortunes.
Harrison Burton, Jeff Burton

“They Don’t Dominate”: Dale Earnhardt Jr Claims Joe Gibbs & Co’s Inability Behind Harrison Burton’s Unfulfilled Potential

Dale Earnhardt Jr. speculates that the lack of results seen from Harrison Burton might have something to do with Joe Gibbs' cars.
Harrison Burton, Dale Jr, Joe Gibbs

“Needs To Be Put Down” – Fans Left Frustrated After Kevin Harvick Sells Out NASCAR for Favoring Entertainment Over Fair Racing

The NASCAR community sides with Kevin Harvick as the latter bashes the NASCAR playoff system prioritizing entertainment.
NASCAR Cup Series 64th Annual Daytona 500 – Practice

NASCAR Underdog Defying Orders to Crush Kyle Busch’s Daytona Dream Triggers Chevrolet’s Fury

Parker Retzlaff's controversial push helps Harrison Burton beat Kyle Busch at Daytona but backfires for him as Chevolett steps in.
NASCAR: Cup Series Playoff Media Day

Harrison Burton “Closer” to NASCAR Demotion Amid Rumors of Succeeding Hailie Deegan

Harrison Burton's playoff run fuels talk of a 2025 Xfinity switch, eyeing Hailie Deegan's former AM Racing seat.
Hailie Deegan and Harrison Burton

Wood Brothers President Confesses to “Just Surviving Things” Days After Harrison Burton’s ‘Different’ Run

Harrison Burton flipped the drab narrative for Wood Brothers Racing as the team president reveals the harsh times they faced.
NASCAR Xfinity Series Ambetter Get Vaccinated 200

“That Is the Reality”: Chase Elliott Defends Harrison Burton Against NASCAR Community’s ‘Unfair’ Hatred

Hendrick Motorsports star believes criticism against Harrison Burton were unfair after his maiden Cup Series at Daytona last Saturday.
Harrison Burton, Chase Elliott

Kevin Harvick Declares a Bold 6-Word Prophecy on Kyle Busch’s ‘Cinderella Story’

Kevin Harvick teases a dramatic playoff comeback for Kyle Busch, suggesting a Cinderella finish despite a tough season.
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Bubba Wallace’s Insider Gives a Sad Reality Check About Their Playoff Hopes After Harrison Burton Bursts the Bubble Open

After Harrison Burton's victory at Daytona, Bubba Wallace's fortunes hang in the balance, as his crew chief wearily admits.
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Denny Hamlin Urges NASCAR to Hold On To NBC’s IndyCar Transfer With Bold 6-Word Verdict

Denny Hamlin was one of those electrified fans during the last lap at Daytona and made a bold claim to NASCAR accordingly.
NASCAR Cup Series Busch Light Clash – Qualifying Heat

“Has Kyle Busch Never Watched Joey Logano?”: Blunt Kyle Petty Brutally Blasts Rowdy’s Superspeedway Incompetence at Daytona

Kyle Busch's 2024 drought continues at Daytona. Kyle Petty slams his superspeedway prowess, and brings up Joey Logano and Brad Keselowski.
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“As Much as He Hated..”: Bubba Wallace’s Unexpected Acceptance of Daytona Shocker Left Harrison Burton in Awe

Harrison Burton declares his admiration after his recent as Bubba Wallace and others acknowledge the prestigious victory and its value.

Denny Hamlin Objects NASCAR’s ‘Hard to Swallow’ Stance That Earned Harrison Burton & Co “Millions of Dollars”

Harrison Burton’s surprise Daytona win sparks debate as Denny Hamlin critiques NASCAR's playoff system on his podcast.
Denny Hamlin and Harrison Burton

Harrison Burton’s Win at Daytona Highlights NASCAR’s Biggest Flaw With Another Upset Shaking Up the Playoffs

A NASCAR insider reasons that stock car driver Harrison Burton may have sealed the hopes of more worthy Cup contenders in the playoffs
NASCAR Xfinity Series – ROXOR 200 – Practice

Does Harrison Burton Have a Realistic Chance to Retain a Cup Series Seat After His Maiden Win at Daytona?

Harrison Burton revamped his bleak career at Daytona, but it is doubtful how far this win will help him for his future.
NASCAR: Daytona 500 Qualifying

Harrison Burton’s Proud Parents Steal the Show After Their Son’s Historic Win at Daytona

Harrison Burton wins 1st Cup race. Dad, Jeff celebrates 10 years since his last race, as mom, Kim, praises Kyle Busch's fair play at Daytona
NASCAR: Daytona 500 Qualifying

Kyle Busch’s Former Ally Regrets Not Aiding the Distraught Veteran Past the Finish Line at Daytona’s Wreckfest

Kyle Busch narrowly misses Daytona win, thanks to a last-lap pass by Harrison Burton. Christopher Bell's lack of "control" adds to the drama.
NASCAR: Cup Qualifying

Tony Stewart’s Mentee Publicly Shuts Down Wood Brothers’ Allegations of Unwarranted Joe Gibbs Favor

Wood Brothers Racing weren't able to attract a top SHR talent to pilot their No. 21 ride for 2025 against JGR's mighty offering.
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About Wood Brothers Racing

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Wood Brothers Racing: 2021 Latest News, Stats, Schedule, Drivers

The Wood Brothers Racing is an American stock vehicle racing group that contends in the NASCAR Cup Series at present. Glen and Leonard Wood founded the team in 1950. Further from 2006 to 2008, the team merged with JTG Racing.

The Wood Brothers Racing is the oldest operating team in the field, running from 1950. Further, they have built a matured relationship with the Ford Motor Company, along with the use of No. 21 in their vehicles. Currently, the team is in association with Team Penske for technical terms.

The team has experienced a turnover of $30 million in its entire period of existence in the motorsport realm.

Achievements

Starting in 2020, the team contends in the Cup Series, basically. However, it ran in the Craftsman Truck Series for a short period too.

The team stepped foot for the Cup Series in 1953, and marked its arrival in the Craftsman Truck Series in 2006. Subsequently, the team has competed in 1692 races - 1615 races in the Cup Series and 77 races in the Craftsman Truck Series.

The team has aced 99 races over the course of its existence in the Cup Series. Further, it achieved 120 pole positions, 119 in the Cup Series, and 1 at the Craftsman Truck Series.

Drivers

The current lineup of Wood Brothers Racing fields the No. 21 for Matt DiBenedetto.

Wood Brothers Racing: Quick Facts

OWNERSLeonard Wood

Glen Wood

SERIESNASCAR Cup Series
BASEStuart, Virginia Mooresville, North Carolina
RACE DRIVERS21. Matt DiBenedetto
SPONSORS21. Motorcraft/Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center, Menards (Quaker State, FVP Batteries, Richmond Water Heaters, Moen, Knauf Insulation, Red Kap, Dutch Boy Paint, Monster Energy, Duracell, Tuscany Faucets, Wrangler), Reese/Draw Tite, NewFordTech.com
MANUFACTURERFord
FOUNDED1950
LATEST RACECup Series:

2020 Season Finale 500 (Phoenix)
Craftsman Truck Series:
2008 Ford 200 (Homestead)

RACE VICTORIES99
POLE POSITION120