Owen Johnson
@owenjohnson.bsky.social
Associate Editor @cupscene.bsky.social, covering NASCAR and motorsports. Law student in London.
Kaulig announced that 'Butterbean' Queen will drive its No. 11 at Bristol.
It's not too surprising since he'll be the sixth driver in six races in the 11. But it is interesting timing as his name comes up to join the Ram Truck team.
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It's not too surprising since he'll be the sixth driver in six races in the 11. But it is interesting timing as his name comes up to join the Ram Truck team.
More on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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Butterbean Queen Joins Kaulig in Xfinity, Just After Truck Announcement – CupScene.com
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September 6, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Kaulig announced that 'Butterbean' Queen will drive its No. 11 at Bristol.
It's not too surprising since he'll be the sixth driver in six races in the 11. But it is interesting timing as his name comes up to join the Ram Truck team.
More on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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It's not too surprising since he'll be the sixth driver in six races in the 11. But it is interesting timing as his name comes up to join the Ram Truck team.
More on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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Haas Factory Team announced today that it's switching back to Chevrolet next year, a return to where Haas started.
Significantly, it includes an alliance with Hendrick Motorsports, key as the team hopes to return to the front.
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Significantly, it includes an alliance with Hendrick Motorsports, key as the team hopes to return to the front.
More on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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Haas Switches Back to Chevy for a Hopeful Homecoming – CupScene.com
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September 6, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Haas Factory Team announced today that it's switching back to Chevrolet next year, a return to where Haas started.
Significantly, it includes an alliance with Hendrick Motorsports, key as the team hopes to return to the front.
More on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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Significantly, it includes an alliance with Hendrick Motorsports, key as the team hopes to return to the front.
More on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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After a tough first round of the Playoffs, where only four of the sixteen contenders ended up in the top ten, Gateway offers a second chance at a first impression in the postseason.
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Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full preview.
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Gateway Offers a Second Chance at a First Impression in the Playoffs – CupScene.com
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September 6, 2025 at 2:29 AM
After a tough first round of the Playoffs, where only four of the sixteen contenders ended up in the top ten, Gateway offers a second chance at a first impression in the postseason.
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Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full preview.
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Connor Zilisch proved that neither surgery nor track limits could stop him at Portland Raceway.
He dominated just a few weeks on from surgery and took advantage of the cut-through in Turn 1 to secure the win in two late restarts.
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He dominated just a few weeks on from surgery and took advantage of the cut-through in Turn 1 to secure the win in two late restarts.
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Zilisch Proves Tracks Limits, Surgery Can’t Stop Him – CupScene.com
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August 31, 2025 at 3:26 AM
Connor Zilisch proved that neither surgery nor track limits could stop him at Portland Raceway.
He dominated just a few weeks on from surgery and took advantage of the cut-through in Turn 1 to secure the win in two late restarts.
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He dominated just a few weeks on from surgery and took advantage of the cut-through in Turn 1 to secure the win in two late restarts.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for more.
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Corey Heim hit the hat trick at Darlington, winning his third Truck Series race in a row, and this time at a track that's never been one of his best.
He had to beat out tight competition from Layne Riggs to do it. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full story.
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He had to beat out tight competition from Layne Riggs to do it. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full story.
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Corey Heim Hits the Hat Trick at Darlington – CupScene.com
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August 31, 2025 at 3:19 AM
Corey Heim hit the hat trick at Darlington, winning his third Truck Series race in a row, and this time at a track that's never been one of his best.
He had to beat out tight competition from Layne Riggs to do it. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full story.
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He had to beat out tight competition from Layne Riggs to do it. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full story.
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Richmond Raceway lost one of its two dates this year for the first time since 1959.
I asked drivers and fans whether NASCAR should keep the traditional date or explore new things, and found mixed opinions.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my long read this weekend.
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I asked drivers and fans whether NASCAR should keep the traditional date or explore new things, and found mixed opinions.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my long read this weekend.
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Drivers, Fans Have Mixed Feelings as Richmond Loses a Date – CupScene.com
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August 16, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Richmond Raceway lost one of its two dates this year for the first time since 1959.
I asked drivers and fans whether NASCAR should keep the traditional date or explore new things, and found mixed opinions.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my long read this weekend.
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I asked drivers and fans whether NASCAR should keep the traditional date or explore new things, and found mixed opinions.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my long read this weekend.
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Ryan Preece went from 37th in practice to the pole in qualifying as he hopes for a big points day in his battle for the cutline.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social to read more and see why Preece wasn't concerned about the practice result.
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Visit @cupscene.bsky.social to read more and see why Preece wasn't concerned about the practice result.
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Ryan Preece Hopes Pole Win Can Translate to Big Points at Richmond – CupScene.com
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August 16, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Ryan Preece went from 37th in practice to the pole in qualifying as he hopes for a big points day in his battle for the cutline.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social to read more and see why Preece wasn't concerned about the practice result.
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Visit @cupscene.bsky.social to read more and see why Preece wasn't concerned about the practice result.
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The finish of last year's Richmond race is on everyone's mind today.
While drivers throughout the field confirmed that the intensity and desperation is the same, the drivers involved hope NASCAR's penalty deters a repeat.
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While drivers throughout the field confirmed that the intensity and desperation is the same, the drivers involved hope NASCAR's penalty deters a repeat.
Read more on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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Richmond Will Have Similar Intensity But Hopefully Different Conclusion, Drivers Say – CupScene.com
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August 16, 2025 at 8:42 PM
The finish of last year's Richmond race is on everyone's mind today.
While drivers throughout the field confirmed that the intensity and desperation is the same, the drivers involved hope NASCAR's penalty deters a repeat.
Read more on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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While drivers throughout the field confirmed that the intensity and desperation is the same, the drivers involved hope NASCAR's penalty deters a repeat.
Read more on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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Shane van Gisbergen has been open about wanting to improve on the ovals, so I asked him what his process looks like each week.
He described his approach and said that he's "loving every minute" of the learning experience.
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He described his approach and said that he's "loving every minute" of the learning experience.
Read more on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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SVG ‘Loving Every Minute’ of Learning the Oval Tracks – CupScene.com
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August 16, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Shane van Gisbergen has been open about wanting to improve on the ovals, so I asked him what his process looks like each week.
He described his approach and said that he's "loving every minute" of the learning experience.
Read more on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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He described his approach and said that he's "loving every minute" of the learning experience.
Read more on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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Drivers proved last year at Richmond Raceway just how much a #NASCAR Playoffs spot means. Now, the series returns with the very same thing on the line and two races to go.
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Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full preview of this weekend's races.
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Richmond’s Already Proven How Much a Playoff Spot Means – CupScene.com
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August 14, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Drivers proved last year at Richmond Raceway just how much a #NASCAR Playoffs spot means. Now, the series returns with the very same thing on the line and two races to go.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full preview of this weekend's races.
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Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full preview of this weekend's races.
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Connor Zilisch extended his perfect Watkins Glen Record before a frightening victory lane fall ended any chance to celebrate.
NASCAR has confirmed that he was transported to a local hospital and is alert.
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NASCAR has confirmed that he was transported to a local hospital and is alert.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for more on the race:
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Connor Zilisch Extends Perfect Watkins Glen Record Before Frightening Victory Lane Fall – CupScene.com
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August 10, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Connor Zilisch extended his perfect Watkins Glen Record before a frightening victory lane fall ended any chance to celebrate.
NASCAR has confirmed that he was transported to a local hospital and is alert.
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NASCAR has confirmed that he was transported to a local hospital and is alert.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for more on the race:
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Corey Heim earned a fourth career #NASCAR Truck Series road course win in typically dominating fashion at Watkins Glen, but he had needed a little luck and a lot of grit as he drove to the front by the end of the third Overtime.
Read more on @cupscene.bsky.social:
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Read more on @cupscene.bsky.social:
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Corey Heim Sweeps the Road Courses with Triple-Overtime Truck Win at Watkins Glen – CupScene.com
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August 9, 2025 at 1:25 AM
Corey Heim earned a fourth career #NASCAR Truck Series road course win in typically dominating fashion at Watkins Glen, but he had needed a little luck and a lot of grit as he drove to the front by the end of the third Overtime.
Read more on @cupscene.bsky.social:
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Read more on @cupscene.bsky.social:
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Last year at Watkins Glen, Chris Buescher was able to defeat Shane van Gisbergen in a wild last-lap battle. With SVG looking undefeated in the last three road courses, can anyone do it again at The Glen?
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Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full preview:
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Buescher Looks to Defend Watkins Glen Win Over SVG – CupScene.com
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August 8, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Last year at Watkins Glen, Chris Buescher was able to defeat Shane van Gisbergen in a wild last-lap battle. With SVG looking undefeated in the last three road courses, can anyone do it again at The Glen?
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full preview:
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Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full preview:
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Connor Zilisch won an Indianapolis Motor Speedway dogfight in the #NASCAR Xfinity Series for his third win in a row and fifth on the season.
He also gave JR Motorsports its 100th career win, a huge moment for Dale Jr.
More on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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He also gave JR Motorsports its 100th career win, a huge moment for Dale Jr.
More on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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Connor Zilisch Wins Indy Dogfight to Give Dale Jr 100th Win – CupScene.com
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July 27, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Connor Zilisch won an Indianapolis Motor Speedway dogfight in the #NASCAR Xfinity Series for his third win in a row and fifth on the season.
He also gave JR Motorsports its 100th career win, a huge moment for Dale Jr.
More on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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He also gave JR Motorsports its 100th career win, a huge moment for Dale Jr.
More on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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It's Ty vs Ty as Gibbs and Dillon race for a million dollars at Indy in the finale of the Bracket Challenge.
Plus, Xfinity Series phenom Connor Zilisch faces a challenge from #NASCAR superstar Kyle Larson.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full weekend preview.
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Plus, Xfinity Series phenom Connor Zilisch faces a challenge from #NASCAR superstar Kyle Larson.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full weekend preview.
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Ty vs Ty as Gibbs and Dillon Race for a Million Dollars at Indy – CupScene.com
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July 24, 2025 at 10:01 PM
It's Ty vs Ty as Gibbs and Dillon race for a million dollars at Indy in the finale of the Bracket Challenge.
Plus, Xfinity Series phenom Connor Zilisch faces a challenge from #NASCAR superstar Kyle Larson.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full weekend preview.
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Plus, Xfinity Series phenom Connor Zilisch faces a challenge from #NASCAR superstar Kyle Larson.
Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full weekend preview.
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After getting punted into the wall at the end of the Chicago race last week, Connor Zilisch got his own against Shane van Gisbergen at Sonoma, surviving the pressure and a bit of contact to take his third #NASCAR Xfinity Series win of the season. @cupscene.bsky.social:
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Connor Zilisch Gets His Revenge at Sonoma after Chicago Punt from SVG – CupScene.com
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July 12, 2025 at 11:41 PM
After getting punted into the wall at the end of the Chicago race last week, Connor Zilisch got his own against Shane van Gisbergen at Sonoma, surviving the pressure and a bit of contact to take his third #NASCAR Xfinity Series win of the season. @cupscene.bsky.social:
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SVG Punts the Rugby Ball in Chicago; Zilisch Feels Like He Got Punted, via @cupscene.bsky.social. #NASCAR
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SVG Punts the Rugby Ball in Chicago; Zilisch Feels Like He Got Punted – CupScene.com
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July 5, 2025 at 11:36 PM
SVG Punts the Rugby Ball in Chicago; Zilisch Feels Like He Got Punted, via @cupscene.bsky.social. #NASCAR
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Corey Heim was one lap short of a perfect race in the inaugural #NASCAR Truck Series race at Lime Rock Park, starting from pole, sweeping the stages, getting the fastest lap, and leading 99 of 100. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full race report.
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One Lap Got Away — The Rest Belonged to Corey Heim at Lime Rock – CupScene.com
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June 28, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Corey Heim was one lap short of a perfect race in the inaugural #NASCAR Truck Series race at Lime Rock Park, starting from pole, sweeping the stages, getting the fastest lap, and leading 99 of 100. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full race report.
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The newly renamed EchoPark Speedway in Atlanta kicks off NASCAR's all-new midseason bracket challenge while the Truck Series makes its debut at Lime Rock Park in Connecticut. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full preview of this weekend's racing. #NASCAR
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Atlanta Kicks Off NASCAR’s All-New Midseason Bracket Challenge – CupScene.com
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June 26, 2025 at 9:37 PM
The newly renamed EchoPark Speedway in Atlanta kicks off NASCAR's all-new midseason bracket challenge while the Truck Series makes its debut at Lime Rock Park in Connecticut. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full preview of this weekend's racing. #NASCAR
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With Dale Jr. in his ear, rookie sensation Connor Zilisch scored his first-ever oval win at Pocono. It was a double first for JR Motorsports as team owner Dale Earnhardt Jr. earned his first win as crew chief in his first attempt. Read more on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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With Dale Jr. in His Ear, Connor Zilisch Wins at Pocono – CupScene.com
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June 21, 2025 at 11:24 PM
With Dale Jr. in his ear, rookie sensation Connor Zilisch scored his first-ever oval win at Pocono. It was a double first for JR Motorsports as team owner Dale Earnhardt Jr. earned his first win as crew chief in his first attempt. Read more on @cupscene.bsky.social.
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Alex Palou earned his first oval win on the biggest stage: the Indy 500. It makes him the first Spaniard to win the event. The race was a tale of two halves, with a chaotic beginning and processional end.
#Indy500 #Indycar @cupscene.bsky.social
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#Indy500 #Indycar @cupscene.bsky.social
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Alex Palou Wins Indy 500, His First IndyCar Oval Win - Caraganza
Alex Palou won his first Indy 500 and his first oval in the IndyCar series in a calm finish to an otherwise chaotic race.
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May 25, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Alex Palou earned his first oval win on the biggest stage: the Indy 500. It makes him the first Spaniard to win the event. The race was a tale of two halves, with a chaotic beginning and processional end.
#Indy500 #Indycar @cupscene.bsky.social
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#Indy500 #Indycar @cupscene.bsky.social
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Kyle Larson's attempt at 'The Double' ended early with an Indy 500 crash. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for more about his attempt and the crash.
#NASCAR #Indy500
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#NASCAR #Indy500
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Kyle Larson’s ‘Double’ Ends Early with Indy 500 Crash – CupScene.com
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May 25, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Kyle Larson's attempt at 'The Double' ended early with an Indy 500 crash. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for more about his attempt and the crash.
#NASCAR #Indy500
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#NASCAR #Indy500
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William Byron overcame a speeding penalty to score a #NASCAR Xfinity Series win at Charlotte Motor Speedway, his first win at his home track. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full race report.
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William Byron Overcomes Speeding Penalty for Xfinity Win in a Caution-Filled Charlotte Finish – CupScene.com
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May 25, 2025 at 12:34 AM
William Byron overcame a speeding penalty to score a #NASCAR Xfinity Series win at Charlotte Motor Speedway, his first win at his home track. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full race report.
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Austin Hill snuck through the carnage at the end to win the Xfinity Series race at Martinsville Speedway. But the race ended with everybody a little disappointed, even the winner. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full race report.
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#NASCAR | cupscene.com
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Austin Hill Sneaks through the Carnage for Xfinity Win at Martinsville – CupScene.com
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March 30, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Austin Hill snuck through the carnage at the end to win the Xfinity Series race at Martinsville Speedway. But the race ended with everybody a little disappointed, even the winner. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full race report.
#NASCAR | cupscene.com
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#NASCAR | cupscene.com
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#NASCAR heads to Martinsville this weekend, and my focus is on the tires. After plenty of experimenting, NASCAR is back to the same package from last fall, hoping to get the improvement on the short tracks. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full preview.
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NASCAR Heads to Martinsville Hoping for the Same Tire-Package Magic – CupScene.com
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March 28, 2025 at 3:55 PM
#NASCAR heads to Martinsville this weekend, and my focus is on the tires. After plenty of experimenting, NASCAR is back to the same package from last fall, hoping to get the improvement on the short tracks. Visit @cupscene.bsky.social for my full preview.
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