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AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 live updates: Top moments from TMS

The NASCAR Cup Series’ playoff schedule continues Sunday with the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 at Texas Motor Speedway!

William Byron on learning skills through iRacing

William Byron is known as the kid who initially learned his racing skills through iRacing. What he said about his development — and what did his parents think when he spent so much time online racing?

William Byron on driving the 24, considering Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson didn't always see eye-to-eye as teammates

William Byron grew up a Jimmie Johnson fan. So what does he think about driving the 24, considering Jeff Gordon and Johnson didn’t always see eye-to-eye as teammates?

What William Byron said about how things could be different than from a year ago when racing at Texas

Cup drivers haven’t raced at Texas in a year. What William Byron said about how things could be different than from a year ago.

NASCAR playoffs: Breaking down the Round of 12 field

Here’s a look at the 12 drivers remaining in Cup Series championship contention and what their keys are to advance to the next round.

Martin Truex Jr. on getting through to the next round and what happened when he hit the wall at Bristol

Martin Truex Jr. on getting through to the next round and what happened when he hit the wall at Bristol.

Is this Denny Hamlin's year to win the NASCAR Cup Series title? | Fast Thoughts with Bob Pockrass

Bob Pockrass gave his fast thoughts on if it is Denny Hamlin’s year to win the NASCAR Cup Series title.

NASCAR takeaways: Denny Hamlin wins, Joey Logano eliminated at Bristol

Denny Hamlin outdueled Kyle Larson for the victory at Bristol, while Joey Logano and Kevin Harvick were ousted from the playoffs.

NASCAR Cup Series: Bass Pro Shops Night Race Highlights

Check out the full highlights from the Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway. Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin, Christopher Bell and more battle it out in this Nascar Cup Series playoff race.

Bass Pro Shops Night Race highlights: Denny Hamlin wins; Harvick among eliminated

The NASCAR Cup Series’ 10-race playoff schedule continues Saturday with the Bass Pro Shops Night Race. Here are the highlights!

Bass Pro Shops Night Race live updates: Top moments from Bristol

The NASCAR Cup Series’ 10-race playoff schedule continues Saturday with the Bass Pro Shops Night Race. Here are the highlights!

Denny Hamlin shares his thoughts on the NASCAR playoff system

Denny Hamlin says drivers know the system and know they can win several races and still find themselves in the position Martin Truex Jr. on the brink of elimination heading into the Bristol race tonight.

Martin Truex Jr. on if the playoff format needs to be changed

Martin Truex Jr. spoke on whether the NASCAR Cup Series playoff format needs to be changed if he does not make it out of the first round.

Kevin Harvick speaks on Martin Truex Jr.'s potential elimination and if he's worried about advancing

Kevin Harvick spoke on Martin Truex Jr. potential elimination and if he’s worried about advancing.

Noah Gragson reinstated by NASCAR following suspension

Noah Gragson had been suspended indefinitely since Aug. 5 for liking a racially insensitive social media post on the death of George Floyd.

2023 NASCAR Playoffs: Standings, schedule, format and clinching scenarios

With one race remaining in the first round of the Cup Series playoffs, here’s which drivers are in position to advance and which need help.

Will Martin Truex Jr. and other Cup champions be eliminated after Bristol? | Fast Thoughts with Bob Pockrass

Bob Pockrass gave his “fast thoughts” and breaks down whether drivers like Joey Logano, Martin Truex Jr. and more will be eliminated after Bristol in the NASCAR playoffs.

Tyler Reddick on whether his move to make the pass for the win was a bold one

Tyler Reddick spoke on whether his move to make the pass for the win at Kansas was a bold one.

Denny Hamlin on what went wrong for him on the final restart at Kansas

Denny Hamlin spoke on what went wrong for him on the final restart as he came up one spot short at Kansas.

NASCAR silly season: Eight Cup rides still not announced for 2024

With just eight weeks left in the 2023 season, most teams are set for next season. But here are the pieces that still need to fall into place.

NASCAR takeaways: Tyler Reddick reaches Round of 12 with 'aggressive' move

Tyler Reddick’s Kansas win vaulted him into the quarterfinals of the Cup Series playoffs, joining Kyle Larson in advancing to the next round.

NASCAR Cup Series: Hollywood Casino 400 Highlights

Check out the full highlights from the Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway. Denny Hamlin, Kyle Larson, Tyler Reddick and more battle it out in this Nascar Cup Series playoff race.

FINAL LAPS: Tyler Reddick books a spot in the Round of 12 by earning the checkered flag at Kansas Speedway

FINAL LAPS: Tyler Reddick booked a spot in the Round of 12 by earning the checkered flag at Kansas Speedway.

Hollywood Casino 400 live updates: Top moments from Kansas Speedway

The NASCAR Cup Series’ 10-race playoff schedule continues Sunday with the Hollywood Casino 400. Here are the top moments!

John H. Nemechek earns the checkered flag at Kansas Speedway

John H. Nemechek earned the checkered flag at Kansas Speedway

Ross Chastain 1-on-1: On his Hail Melon souvenir, this year's playoff approach

Ross Chastain reflects on his famed move last season at Martinsville amid his quest to make a repeat trip to the Championship 4.

John Hunter Nemechek joins Legacy Motor Club as driver of Noah Gragson's former car

John Hunter Nemechek, who owns an Xfinity Series-best five victories this year, will return to Cup in 2024 as driver of the No. 42 car.

Ross Chastain on his plan heading into playoffs: 'I trust the process'

During playoff media day last week, I wondered about Ross Chastain’s approach — does he have another Hail Melon planned, what he learned last year that he hopes to put to use and whether his relatively quiet summer means he’s in a better place with his competitors.

Denny Hamlin signs contract extension with Joe Gibbs Racing; 23XI remains with Toyota

NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin will remain at Joe Gibbs Racing and his 23XI Racing team will remain with Toyota as part of contract extensions announced Monday.

Joey Logano, Kyle Busch, other past Cup champions playing underdog roles this year

Kyle Larson’s win at Darlington aside, several other past NASCAR Cup champs are playing the unfamiliar role of underdog in the playoffs.