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Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Set For June 4-7, 2025

by Lou ModestinoApril 10, 2025

Commissioned by Thomas Jefferson to explore the Great Plains, Lt. Zebulon Pike first saw Pikes Peak from the eastern portion of today’s Colorado in 1806. As he approached the magnificent peak, rising abruptly from the plains, Pike swore this mountain would never be climbed by man.

By the mid-20^th century Pikes Peak had been conquered by tourists from all over the world – by car, motorcycle, bicycle, train, mule, horse, and on foot. The spectacular view from the summit inspired Katherine Lee Bates to compose the famous lyrics to America the Beautiful in 1893. (more…)

NASCAR Partners With Recast to Expand Global Reach and Drive Fan Engagement

by MikeApril 10, 2025April 10, 2025

NASCAR and Recast launch its new partnership to increase viewership options and drive fan engagement in select international markets

Edinburgh, Scotland, April 10, 2025 – NASCAR, America’s premier motorsport organization, has partnered with Recast, the premium fintech-for-media company to enhance access for motorsports fans worldwide.

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Noah Gragson, Chandler Smith Partner With Rural King for Multi-Race Schedule

by MikeApril 10, 2025

by Christopher Hansen, Frontstretch.Com

Noah Gragson and Chandler Smith will team up with Rural King as a primary sponsor for multiple NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series races in 2025, Front Row Motorsports announced April 9. (more…)

RACER Podcasts Launches ‘Racers Unchained With Paul Tracy’

by MikeApril 10, 2025

RACER, North America’s premier motorsports media brand, announces the launch of its latest original podcast series, ‘Racers Unchained with Paul Tracy.’ Hosted by the famously fearless Paul Tracy – the ‘Thrill from West Hill’ – the twice-monthly podcast is a bold new addition to the growing RACER Podcasts lineup featuring raw, revealing conversations with the people who’ve shaped the sport from the inside out.

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Trump Meets With Penske’s NASCAR, IndyCar and IMSA Stars at the White House

by MikeApril 10, 2025

By Nick DeGroot, Motorsport.Com

Team Penske rolled into Washington D.C. on Wednesday with Roger Penske bringing several of his drivers and race cars from three different divisions to the White House lawn. NASCAR, IndyCar and IMSA were all featured as Penske was celebrated for his recent triumphs. (more…)

Phil’s Heating and Air Expands Partnership with Greg Van Alst at Bristol Motor Speedway

by MikeApril 10, 2025

BRISTOL, Tenn: NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Greg Van Alst confirmed today the expansion of his relationship with Phil’s Heating and Air, who will serve as the primary partner of Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen entry for this Saturday afternoon’s SciAps 300 at Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway.

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Bellagio Fountain Club Returns For Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix 2025

by MikeApril 10, 2025

Celebrated Chefs, Unmatched Views and New Pricing Solidify Bellagio Fountain Club as the Premier Las Vegas Grand Prix Experience

LAS VEGAS, April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tickets are now on sale for MGM Resorts International’s Bellagio Fountain Club, one of the most coveted FORMULA 1® HEINEKEN LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX 2025 race-watching and dining destinations. Featuring unparalleled views of the Fountains and a prime vantage point of the track’s longest straightaway, Bellagio Fountain Club returns as the pinnacle of race-weekend hospitality, merging adrenaline-fueled action with a curated rotation of globally celebrated chefs and appearances from some of the industry’s top celebrities, DJs and entertainers, only possible in the Entertainment and Sports Capital of the World.

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Wright Motorsports Ready to Ride the Streets of Long Beach

by MikeApril 10, 2025

LONG BEACH, Cali. (April 9, 2025) — Following a strong start to the 2025 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, Wright Motorsports heads west to the sunny shores of Southern California for one of the most iconic stops on the calendar, the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. The fan-favorite street race never fails to deliver action and intensity and leaves no room for mistakes as the series tackles the tight 1.968-mile, 11-turn circuit that winds through downtown Long Beach.

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Supercross From Lincoln Financial Field In Philadelphia And IMSA Grand Prix Of Long Beach Headline NBC Sports’ Live Motorsports Action This Week

by MikeApril 9, 2025

Race Day Live Begins Saturday at 9:30 am. ET on Peacock with Supercross Race Live at 3 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock
Second of Four Consecutive Supercross Races in Northeast: Lincoln Financial Field (April 12), MetLife Stadium (April 19), Acrisure Stadium (April 26)
IMSA’s Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach Begins Saturday at 5 p.m. ET Live on USA Network and Peacock

STAMFORD, Conn. – April 9, 2025 – The 2025 SMX World Championship^TM series and Monster Energy AMA Supercross season continues this Saturday, April 12, from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pa., at 3 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock, while IMSA’s Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach will be presented later that day at 5 p.m. ET on USA Network and Peacock, headlining NBC Sports’ live motorsports coverage this week.

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Two Free To Public Test & Tune Dates Announced For April 12th & April 19th At Riverhead Raceway

by Bob FinanApril 9, 2025

For baseball fans the first crack of a bat at spring training is a welcoming sound a new season is near. For race fans of Riverhead Raceway on Long Island, it’s the roar of racing engines taking to the historic track for the first time welcoming in a new season. On Saturday April 19th the sound of race engines and a sweet smell of Sunoco Race Fuels will permeate the air at as the track hosts the first of two test & tune sessions with free grandstand admission for race hungry fans. A second test & tune day is planned for April 26th, a prelude to the Pack the Track NASCAR opener May 3rd and May Meltdown Enduro lid lifter Sunday May 4th kicking off the 75th Anniversary season.

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