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Very Good Ventures Partners With Trackhouse, Suárez in Pocono

by Mike
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

by Lou Modestino
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

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

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

By Adam Stern, Sports Business Journal

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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Trey Craig Declared Winner of Rackley Roofing Battle of Broadway 150 Following Post-Race Tech

by Mike
Trey Craig Declared Winner of Rackley Roofing Battle of Broadway 150 Following Post-Race Tech
  • Berry’s #21 Disqualified for Left Side Weight Violation in JEGS/CRA All-Stars and Southern Pro Series Event

NASHVILLE, TN – In a post-race development Thursday night at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway, Trey Craig has been declared the official winner of the Rackley Roofing Battle of Broadway 150, following the disqualification of Josh Berry after post-race technical inspection.

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Another Smalltown Short Track Shuts Down in the Heart of Stock Car Racing Country

by Mike
Another Smalltown Short Track Shuts Down in the Heart of Stock Car Racing Country
  • The track opened in 1999 and held its first NASCAR race that year, but the past few years have been tough.

Ronan Glon of The Drive reports that another smalltown short track shuts down in the heart of stock car racing country.

The racing scene just lost another small-town track. North Carolina’s New River All American Speedway announced it has closed its doors.

“Over the last several weeks and months, we’ve had many discussions about the future of New River. Yesterday, we made the tough decision to close the doors,” the track said on its Facebook page. It stopped short of detailing the challenges it faced and why it decided to close.

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Turn Up The Music For Saturday Night’s Xfinity Showdown In Nashville

by Mike
Turn Up The Music For Saturday Night’s Xfinity Showdown In Nashville

by Holly Cain, NASCAR Wire

It’s been three races since a NASCAR Xfinity Series full-timer celebrated in Victory Lane this season so there’s plenty of motivation on the grid for Saturday night’s Tennessee Lottery 250 at Nashville Superspeedway (7:30 p.m. ET on CW Network, PRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio).

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