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Vikrant Damke covers NASCAR for EssentiallySports from the Cup Series Sundays desk, where he merges engineering fluency with storytelling depth. He brings a journalist’s eye and a deep grasp of the sport’s dynamics, carving out a niche decoding the data behind the Next Gen car and leading discussions on horsepower parity. He also taps into NASCAR’s generational pulse—from Brexton Busch’s karting triumphs to Keelan Harvick’s fast-track rise—capturing how legacy and innovation collide on race day.

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Richard Childress’ Grandson Vows to Support Kyle Busch as No.8 Eyes Daytona Success

Richard Childress’ grandson and driver Austin Dillon vows full support for Kyle Busch as the No. 8 team sets sights on Daytona success.

Austin Dillon Deserves More Respect Than NASCAR Fans Are Willing to Give — Here’s Why

Austin Dillon’s playoff record proves he’s more than just RCR’s legacy driver. It’s time fans give him the respect he’s earned.

JGR Insider Blames Daniel Suarez’s Costly Error That Turned Tyler Reddick Into a Helpless Passenger

Chris Gabehart points to Daniel Suarez’s Richmond error as the key factor that left Tyler Reddick with no chance to avoid disaster.

Chase Elliott Fumes as Kyle Busch Wreck Derails Richmond Run

Chase Elliott’s Richmond hopes end in a crash with Kyle Busch, handing William Byron the 2025 regular season championship.

Joey Logano Left Wanting More After Austin Dillon’s Richmond Redemption

Joey Logano reflects on tire woes and missed chances as Austin Dillon seals a playoff-clinching win at Richmond Raceway.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s CARS Tour Return Derails After Crash at Anderson Speedway

Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s CARS Tour comeback at Anderson Speedway suffers a heartbreak after a late-race crash affects his return.

Driver Walks Away After Terrifying Wall Ride During Dale Jr.’s Cars Tour Showdown

Taylor Hull survives a wild wall ride crash in Dale Jr.’s CARS Tour showdown, walking away unharmed but with a wrecked car.

Rumors: NASCAR to Lose $123 Billion Partner as Historic Sponsorship Deal Fuels Speculations

NASCAR faces growing speculation as reports suggest Xfinity could exit its partnership, sparking rumors about future sponsorship plans.

Kyle Larson Shrugs Off Buzz Around Dover’s NASCAR All-Star Weekend

Kyle Larson stays unfazed as rumors swirl about Dover hosting the 2026 NASCAR All-Star Race and Wilkesboro landing a points race.

NASCAR Drivers Shrug Off Challenges of Dangerous Celebrations Despite Connor Zilisch’s Fallout

Connor Zilisch’s crash highlights NASCAR’s dangers, but drivers like Ross Chastain and Chase Elliott downplay risks with lighthearted takes.

Kyle Busch Drops Bold Verdict on Goodyear’s Richmond Package

Kyle Busch voices frustration over Goodyear’s Richmond tire package as limited sets add pressure to his must-win playoff chase.

William Byron Determined to Hold Off Chase Elliott as He Eyes Regular Season Championship Hunt

William Byron stays focused on fending off Chase Elliott with a simple mantra as the regular season championship fight heats up at Richmond.
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