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[motorsport] Major works force WRC Monte Carlo Rally to move for 2024
The iconic asphalt rally has been based out of Monte Carlo for the last two years, with a service park constructed around the start/finish straight and the swimming pool chicane sections of the famous grand prix circuit. Automobile Club de Monaco has today announced that the rally will return to Gap, which has previously hosted the event from 2014-2021 due to "major works" to infrastructure in ...Keep readingView the full article
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[motorsport] Toyota to investigate WRC water splash weakness
Three of the team's four drivers encountered issues with the GR Yaris while traversing water crossings during last weekend's rain-impacted round on the Italian island. Unseasonal rain showers created incredibly tricky conditions which also made the water splashes deeper and provided an extra challenge to crews. Toyota's GR Yaris appeared to particularly struggle in the water as Takamoto ...Keep readingView the full article
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'They deserve the win' - Daniel Suárez on Kyle Busch taking home first at the Enjoy Illinois 300 | NASCAR Race Hub
The "NASCAR Race Hub" crew discussed Kyle Busch's big win at the Enjoy Illinois 300 and how he managed to pull out the victory. View the full article
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Will there be any discipline for Austin Cindric after crashing into Austin Dillon during the Enjoy Illinois 300? | NASCAR Race Hub
The "NASCAR Race Hub" discussed Austin Cindric crashing into Austin Dillon and if NASCAR will discipline him for it. View the full article
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[motorsport] Andy Lally to run remaining 2023 Cup road course races
Lally, who has an extensive background in sports car racing as well as starts in all three NASCAR national series, will drive Rick Ware Racing’s No. 15 Ford beginning with Sunday’s race at Sonoma (Calif.) Raceway. He will also compete in the July 2 Chicago Street Race, the Aug. 13 race on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course, the Aug. 20 race at Watkins Glen, N.Y. and the Oct. 8 race ...Keep readingView the full article
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[motorsport] Logano relishes third at Gateway after "going through hell"
Entering the Gateway race, Logano had finished 18th or worse in four of his previous five races and dropped from seventh to 14th in the NASCAR Cup standings. He was looking for a good upturn of performance this past weekend, and while he never got to the lead, Logano’s No. 22 Penske Ford was among the most consistent throughout a very long and chaotic race. Logano never strayed far ...Keep readingView the full article
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[motorsport] Lappi frustrated to miss out on "big chance" for WRC victory in Italy
The Finn produced one of the drives of his WRC career as he became locked in an intense fight for victory with Toyota’s Sebastien Ogier for 14 of the 19 gravel stages, held in challenging weather conditions. Lappi ended Friday with a 0.1-second lead over the eight-time world champion only to fall 18.2s behind at the end of Saturday morning. However, Lappi applied pressure to close to ...Keep readingView the full article
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Chase Elliott suspension raises question: Should car data influence penalties?
After Denny Hamlin advocated for Chase Elliott's suspension based on data, drivers discuss how that should factor into NASCAR's decisions. View the full article
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[motorsport] Rovanpera surprised by WRC Sardinia points haul after "clever drive"
The reigning world champion was expecting a tall order in Sardinia starting first on the gravel stages on Friday at a rally that has yielded a best result of fifth in three previous top-tier attempts. However, the Finn finished third behind Hyundai duo Thierry Neuville and Esapekka Lappi after coming through desperately tricky conditions on Friday morning, before rain showers added to the ...Keep readingView the full article
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[autosport] NASCAR Cup Gateway: Kyle Busch survives multiple restarts to triumph
Busch dominated much of the race – leading 121 of the 243 laps – but had to wait a near two-hour weather delay for lightning with the race just five laps old. Busch powered past Kyle Larson and Denny Hamlin on a restart on lap 184 to move into the lead for the final time but then had to fend off repeated challenges on restarts. A late-race caution for a wreck involving Austin Dillon and ...Keep readingView the full article
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Did Corey LaJoie help or hurt his chances for a premier ride? | Fast Thoughts with Bob Pockrass
Fast Thoughts: Will Corey LaJoie get a premier ride after his performance at the Enjoy Illinois 300? View the full article
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'Praying for hm right now' - Erik Jones on crew member Thomas Hatcher getting hit at the Enjoy Illinois 300 | NASCAR on FOX
Erik Jones said he hopes to talk to his crew member Thomas Hatcher soon after he was hit during a pit stop during the Enjoy Illinois 300. View the full article
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NASCAR takeaways: Kyle Busch's third RCR victory a 'phenomenal' one
Kyle Busch retained the lead on five consecutive restarts to hold off Denny Hamlin, Joey Logano and others to win at Gateway. View the full article
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'I got some work to do' - Corey LaJoie on finishing 21st after stepping in for Chase Elliott | NASCAR on FOX
Corey LaJoie discussed his frustration with himself after finishing 21st after stepping in for the Chase Elliott who was suspended. View the full article
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[motorsport] After horrible start, Larson "proud" of fourth at Gateway
Larson did pocket the $1 million first prize for his All-Star victory in North Wilkesboro (N.C.) Speedway’s NASCAR return, but his races at both Darlington, S.C., and Charlotte were struggles for his No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports team. He finished 20th at Darlington after tangling with Ross Chastain racing for the lead late in the race and also wrecked out at Charlotte, which left him with a ...Keep readingView the full article
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[motorsport] 2023 NASCAR Cup Gateway race results
Busch held on in restart after restart, earning his 63rd career NASCAR Cup Series victory. Denny Hamlin was second, Joey Logano third, Kyle Larson fourth, and Martin Truex Jr. fifth. The race started just before 4 p.m. EST, but didn't end until after 9 p.m. EST. Lightning in the area forced a stoppage after just five laps. Later in the race, the red flag was displayed two more times due to ...Keep readingView the full article
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NASCAR Cup Series: Enjoy Illinois 300 Highlights | NASCAR on FOX
The Enjoy Illinois 300 was a very long race, as there was a rain delay that last over an hour and a half. The race also featured 11 cautions, with over six drivers not finishing the race. To start things off, Kyle Busch won Stage 1. It was as his first Stage win of the season. Then Ryan Blaney continued his success from last week in Charlotte and won Stage 2. It was his second stage win of the season. After going through multiple restarts and going into overtime, Kyle Busch collected his 63rd career Cup Series victory. Kyle Busch's win at the World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway was his third win of the season. View the full article
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[motorsport] Busch survives multiple restarts for Cup win at Gateway
Busch dominated much of the race – leading 121 of the 243 laps – but to wait out a nearly 2-hour weather delay for lightning with the race just five laps old. Busch powered past Kyle Larson and Denny Hamlin on a restart on Lap 184 to move into the lead for the final time but then had to fend off repeated challenges on restarts. He succeeded in every one, including in overtime, and held ...Keep readingView the full article
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'Great for RCR, just win baby!' - Kyle Busch on his third victory of the season at Gateway
Kyle Busch captured the checkered flag at the Enjoy Illinois 300, it was his third victory of the season. View the full article
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FINAL LAPS: Kyle Busch wins Enjoy Illinois 300 | NASCAR on FOX
Check out the final laps as Kyle Busch won the Enjoy Illinois 300 presented by Ticketmaster race. View the full article
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Enjoy Illinois 300 highlights: Kyle Busch wins in overtime at WWT Raceway
The NASCAR Cup Series' June schedule continued with the Enjoy Illinois 300, and we had you covered with all the action! View the full article
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[motorsport] NASCAR Cup at Gateway under delay due to lightning
One lap after taking the green flag, the race was placed under caution when Tyler Reddick got spun in Turn 1 after contact with Ricky Stenhouse Jr. While under the caution, NASCAR was forced to bring the field down pit road and red flag the race due to repeated lightning strikes within four miles of the track located in Madison, Ill. Pole-winner Kyle Busch remained in the lead when the race ...Keep readingView the full article
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Enjoy Illinois 300 live updates: Action delayed at World Wide Technology Raceway
The NASCAR Cup Series' June schedule continues with the Enjoy Illinois 300, and we've got you covered with all the action! View the full article
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Kenny Wallace gives Austin Cindric a tour of St. Louis | NASCAR on FOX
Kenny Wallace gave Austin Cindric a tour of his hometown city St. Louis. View the full article
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[motorsport] WRC Sardinia: Neuville heads Hyundai 1-2 to boost title hopes
Neuville and co-driver Martijn Wydaeghe enjoyed a relatively comfortable run through Sunday’s four stages to complete a 33-second victory from Hyundai team-mate Esapekka Lappi. World champion and standings leader Kalle Rovanpera completed the podium in third, 1m55.3s in arrears. The journey to reach the finish was far from easy as unseasonable rain showers produced treacherous conditions ...Keep readingView the full article