Very Good Ventures Partners With Trackhouse, Suárez in Pocono

Very Good Ventures Partners With Trackhouse, Suárez in Pocono
  • Will Serve as Primary Sponsor on No.99 at Pocono Raceway

CONCORD, NORTH CAROLINA—Trackhouse Racing and Very Good Ventures (VGV) announced today the company known for designing and building world-class digital experiences for every screen, and as the global leaders in Flutter development, will serve as the primary sponsor of Daniel Suárez’s No. 99 Chevrolet at the June 22 NASCAR Cup Series race at Pocono (Pa.) Raceway.

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Here’s How New England Drivers Performed At Nashville, Detroit, And Epping, NH

Here’s How New England Drivers Performed At Nashville, Detroit, And Epping, NH

By Lou Modestino

Ryan Blaney won the Cup race at Nashville.  Joey Logano of Middletown, CT  ended his day in fourth and Ryan Preece of Berlin, CT came in 28th position.
Justin Allgaier won the Nashville Xfinity race.  Anthony Alfredo of Ridgefield, CT came in 29th.  Kris Wright came in 31st.  Wright steers a for Cape Cod’s Chris and Mary Our entry.  Both owners reside in Chatham, MA.
At the Indy Car race Detroit, MI was taken by Kirkwood beating second place driver Santino Ferrucci of Woodbury, CT, his best show in that sanction.

Early Exit on Race Day
Heading into Sunday’s Funny Car eliminations at New England Dragway in Epping, NH , Bob Tasca III of Hope, RI was confident in the team’s setup and potential. But any hopes of a deep run at his home track were dashed in Round 1. Facing Phil Burkart, Tasca lost traction just past 60 feet and smoked the tires, coasting to a 7.569 at 94.02 mph and a first-round loss.
“Too much,” Tasca said. “Lost traction around 60 feet.”
Eyes on Bristol
Despite the early exit, the team leaves New England with key positives—most notably, top-tier speed and valuable data from their No. 2 qualifying effort.
“We’ve set speed records. We’ve been 340 mph,” Tasca said Friday. “But we have got to go down the racetrack consistently.”
The Tasca Racing crew will look to bounce back quickly as the NHRA tour rolls on to Bristol Dragway in Bristol, Tennessee, for next weekend’s NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals. With the car showing serious horsepower and the crew focused on consistency, Tasca will arrive in Tennessee ready to contend.

Are the NASCAR fans unhappy about having to pay to see five Cup races in the middle of the season Here’s a more detailed look at the different perspectives:
Negative Reactions:
  • Disappointment and Frustration:  Many fans express feeling “slapped in the face” by the exclusivity of these races, especially if they prefer watching on traditional TV.
  • “Unfair” to Regular Viewers:  Some fans, like the one on Facebook who mentioned Jimmie Johnson fans, feel that NASCAR is prioritizing a new audience and leaving regular viewers behind.
  • Increased Cost and Complexity:  The shift to streaming and pay-per-view adds to the cost of watching NASCAR, potentially making it less accessible for fans on fixed incomes or those who prefer free options.
More Positive or Accepting Views:
  • NASCAR’s Growth Strategy:   Some fans understand that NASCAR needs to adapt to the changing TV landscape and see streaming as a way to reach new audiences and expand the sport’s reach.
  • The Future of Sports Broadcasting:  Others view streaming as the future of live sports and are open to exploring new platforms like Amazon Prime for watching races.
  • Benefits of Streaming:  Some fans see potential benefits to streaming, such as less commercial interruption and a more streamlined viewing experience.
Other Considerations:
  • The Internet Makes It Easier to Find Information:  While the shift to streaming might seem confusing to some, fans can still use the internet to find out where and when races are being broadcast.
  • NASCAR’s Financial Position:  Some fans acknowledge that NASCAR needs to generate revenue and that streaming may be a way to achieve that.
  • Boycotts and Alternative Strategies:  Some fans are actively boycotting the streaming races or finding alternative ways to watch.
Our own view is that NASCAR will lose more fans than ever!
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Blaney Has Victory In His Rearview, Confidence In His Tank

Blaney Has Victory In His Rearview, Confidence In His Tank

By Holly Cain, NASCAR Wire Service

Admittedly, Ryan Blaney considered his victory at Nashville Superspeedway Sunday night almost as much a sigh of relief as it was a rush of celebration. The 2023 NASCAR Cup Series champion has led races and been ranked among the top-10 in the championship points standings all season only to have strange circumstances and just plain bad luck derail his chance at a trophy hoist.

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Grandview Speedway June Schedule Begins With Modified-Sportsman-URC Sprint Triple Program This Saturday Night, USAC National Sprints Arrive June 17

Grandview Speedway June Schedule Begins With Modified-Sportsman-URC Sprint Triple Program This Saturday Night, USAC National Sprints Arrive June 17
  • A.D. MOYER LUMBER COMPANY PRESENTS NASCAR MODIFIED & SPORTSMAN PLUS URC SPRINT TRIPLE PROGRAM KICKING OFF BUSY MONTH OF JUNE AT GRANDVIEW THIS SATURDAY
  • THUNDER ON THE HILL RACING SERIES RETURNS WITH USAC NATIONAL SPRINT TOUR ON JUNE 17
  • BRETT KRESSLEY AND COLIN COX HOLD TOP POSITIONS IN GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY POINTS CHASE

BECHTELSVILLE, PA. – A busy month of June, with six racing events on the schedule, is set to begin this weekend at Grandview Speedway.

Racing action for the month of June begins with A.D. Moyer Lumber Company as the presenting race night sponsor for the Saturday, June 7 racing program featuring a special triple-header with the T.P. Trailer NASCAR Modifieds and T.P. Truck Equipment NASCAR Sportsman being joined by the United Racing Club (URC) Sprint Cars.

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Spencer Speedway Set To Open 70th Season On Friday, June 6

Spencer Speedway Set To Open 70th Season On Friday, June 6
  • “Kid’s Night” Highlights Full Card of Race of Champions Action; Inclement Weather Date Set for Friday, June 13

Williamson, NY – (June 2, 2025) – Spencer Speedway will roar back to life this Friday, June 6, as the historic oval launches its 70th season with a can’t-miss evening of high-speed, family-friendly racing action. The event marks the official Season Opener and will be celebrated as “Kid’s Night”, offering fans of all ages a packed lineup featuring the Race of Champions Sportsman Modified Series and the Race of Champions Late Model Series.

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Matt Hirschman Once Again Reigns Supreme At The Cement Palace Of Seekonk Speedway

Matt Hirschman Once Again Reigns Supreme At The Cement Palace Of Seekonk Speedway

SEEKONK, Mass. — Including spectators, competitors and officials, thousands packed into the third-mile bullring that is Seekonk Speedway on Sunday to witness the fourth race of the 2025 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour season.

Not a single person doubted the prospect of Matt Hirschman delivering yet another dominant performance at the Massachusetts short track, this time in the J&R Precast 150.

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YouTube Star Cleetus McFarland Could Drive For Prospective Ram NASCAR Truck Series Team

YouTube Star Cleetus McFarland Could Drive For Prospective Ram NASCAR Truck Series Team

 

YouTube star and ARCA driver Cleetus McFarland could get involved with the prospective new NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series team from Stellantis’ Ram brand should the automaker complete talks to enter the sport, according to four people familiar with the matter and a document seen by SBJ.

McFarland, the automotive enthusiast whose real name is Garrett Mitchell, has started to become something akin to NASCAR’s version of Jake Paul this year by competing in real competition in what is effectively the sport’s fourth division. He’s brought along his massive fanbase for the ride, something that’s been helpful for a sport looking for new breakout stars.

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Toyota Executive Drops Hint On Supra Future

A clay model of the Toyota GR Supra Supercar (SpeedCafe)

Jordan Mulach of Australia’s SpeedCafe reporting that (t)he Toyota Supra currently under development for the Supercars Championship is set to keep the nameplate alive in Australia during a “gap” following the end of production for the A90 model.

That’s the takeaway from the latest comments on the future of the Supra nameplate from Toyota’s North American division.

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