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Vikrant Damke is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports, fueled by a lifelong love for speed, precision, and the roar of the engines. While his family never quite understood his fascination with "men going around in circles," that never stopped him from diving deep into the world of racing. Though F1 was his first love, NASCAR’s intense strategy, door-to-door battles, and rich history pulled him in like a last-lap photo finish.

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NASCAR Fans Back Denny Hamlin’s Concerns Over Flawed Championship Playoff Format

NASCAR fans rally behind Denny Hamlin as he calls out the sport’s flawed playoff format amid new rotating championship venues.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Kevin Harvick Raise Alarms on NASCAR Xfinity’s Troubling Future Amidst Fading Equipment Supply

Dale Jr. and Harvick voice concern over NASCAR Xfinity's future as equipment shortages threaten team sustainability. Will EVs save Xfinity?

NASCAR Veteran Sees Championship Potential in Kansas Speedway After NASCAR’s Phoenix U-Turn

Kansas Speedway eyes bigger NASCAR responsibilities as President Pat Warren hints at a third race for deciding the Cup Series’ champion

Fans Unimpressed by NASCAR’s Insignificant Growth Amid Rising Resentment With FOX

NASCAR fans voice frustration over minimal sport growth and mounting dissatisfaction with FOX’s race coverage in 2025.

Mark Martin Calls Out the NASCAR Community Over Unreal Expectations Decaying the Sport

Mark Martin calls out NASCAR fans and insiders for unrealistic expectations after the Kansas race that risk harming the sport’s future

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Takes Away Kyle Larson’s Dominant Kansas Win With a Brutal Reality Check

Dale Jr. challenges Kyle Larson’s Kansas “domination,” calling the race far more competitive than the stats suggest.

Kevin Harvick Backs NASCAR’s Million Dollar Project, but Not Without Reservations

Kevin Harvick backs NASCAR’s All-Star Race reboot but questions its relevance in today’s high-cost, no-points racing landscape.

Kyle Larson Uninterested in NASCAR’s $1,000,000 Cash Prize, Focused on Other Priorities

Kyle Larson shrugs off NASCAR’s $1 million All-Star prize, says racing for Indy 500 matters more. Is he the only one ditching NASCAR, though?

Kevin Harvick Batters His Former Team Issuing 8-Word Warning to Tony Stewart’s Mentees

Kevin Harvick blasts SHR's decline, warning former drivers that their careers nearly ended before finding success with new teams in 2025.

Rick Hendrick’s NASCAR Driver Labeled a “Little B—-” as Fans Surprisingly Attack Unsuspecting Cup Series Star

Zane Smith’s Kansas radio rant sparks fan backlash as struggles continue; critics question his maturity and Cup Series future.

Recovering From Ghastly Crashes, Kyle Larson Reveals How He Gets His Mojo Back

Kyle Larson reveals how he mentally resets after crashes, bouncing back with wins across NASCAR, sprint cars, and IndyCar in 2025.

Alex Bowman Antagonized by Michael Jordan’s Driver With Highly Questionable Moves Jeopardizing His Race

Alex Bowman fumes after Riley Herbst’s questionable tactics at Kansas, raising new concerns about lapped cars in NASCAR Cup racing.
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