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Hamlin's NASCAR race length debate

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Latest: Denny Hamlin warns Dodge and Ram of NASCAR Cup ambitions amid Kaulig Truck struggles

In late July 2026, Denny Hamlin, speaking before the Indianapolis Cup race, joined fellow driver Kyle Larson in urging NASCAR to shorten its three‑hour Cup events. They argued that the heavy Next‑Gen cars, numerous high‑

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2026 NASCAR Cup Series playoff race

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Latest: 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Drivers Scramble for Final Chase Spots

The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series regular season is entering its final stretch with four races remaining—at Iowa, Richmond, New Hampshire and Daytona. Under the revised playoff format, the top 16 drivers in points will advance

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NASCAR Brickyard 400 caution period review

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Latest: NASCAR looks at shortening caution periods after Brickyard 400 fan backlash

After the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, NASCAR officials responded to fan criticism over lengthy yellow‑flag periods that consumed 27 of the 160 laps. On July 28, Vice President of Racing Communications M

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NASCAR 26 video game launch

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Latest: NASCAR overhauls 2027 schedule, drops iconic playoff tracks

In late July 2026, iRacing Studios and NASCAR announced the upcoming NASCAR 26 video game. The first snapshot (22 July) confirmed a September 18, 2026 release for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, naming Kyle Larson

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AMC Thunder Road NASCAR drama

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Latest: AMC Announces Cast for NASCAR Drama 'Thunder Road' to debut in 2027

In July 2026, AMC announced that actress Maggie Grace had joined the network’s upcoming NASCAR‑themed series "Thunder Road" as a series regular, portraying Laney Whitlock, the eldest child and chief executive of the fict

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Kyle Busch death and NASCAR tributes

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Latest: Samantha Busch Reflects on Kyle Busch’s Death at Indy

Since Kyle Busch’s death on May 21, 2026, the NASCAR community has continued to honor the two‑time Cup champion. Drivers still wear his No. 8 at tracks such as EchoPark Speedway, and a July 11 hauler meeting highlighted

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NASCAR fan‑engagement criticism

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Latest: NASCAR faces criticism over brick burnout and fan‑engagement concerns

In late July 2026, media commentary highlighted growing concerns about NASCAR’s ability to attract and retain fans. A column on July 27 flagged an Indianapolis race that reportedly left up to 100,000 seats empty and desc

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