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NASCAR driver Alex Bowman to retire from full-time racing after 2027 season

NASCAR driver Alex Bowman to retire from full-time racing after 2027 season

The Associated Press  |  Posted July 23 - 3:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

NASCAR driver Alex Bowman will retire from full-time racing following the 2027 season.
Dreyer & Reinbold Racing eager to fulfill late team owner's wish to become full-time IndyCar team

Dreyer & Reinbold Racing eager to fulfill late team owner's wish to become full-time IndyCar team

The Associated Press  |  Posted July 22 - 3:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Each May, Dennis Reinbold would come to the Indianapolis 500 and explain he desperately wanted to return to full-time IndyCar racing.
Logano hopes win at North Wilkesboro propels him back into hunt for fourth Cup Series championship

Logano hopes win at North Wilkesboro propels him back into hunt for fourth Cup Series championship

Steve Reed, Associated Press  |  Posted July 20 - 11:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

It was always in the back of Joey Logano's mind: the streak.
How mystery software quirks are transforming the Formula 1 title race

How mystery software quirks are transforming the Formula 1 title race

James Ellingworth, Associated Press  |  Posted July 20 - 6:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

The biggest difference maker in Formula 1 this season may not be a supremely talented driver or an all-powerful engine, let alone the spectacular rotating "Macarena" wing.
Joey Logano ends victory drought in NASCAR points return to North Wilkesboro

Joey Logano ends victory drought in NASCAR points return to North Wilkesboro

Steve Reed, Associated Press  |  Updated July 19 - 9:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

The drought is over for Joey Logano.
Kimi Antonelli wins Belgian Grand Prix for a big F1 title boost after George Russell out

Kimi Antonelli wins Belgian Grand Prix for a big F1 title boost after George Russell out

The Associated Press  |  Updated July 19 - 11:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

Kimi Antonelli always believed he had the momentum in the Formula 1 title race even when results didn't go his way. He made it count with a dominant win Sunday as his teammate and title rival George Russell failed to finish.
Mercedes to take action as George Russell fumes at loss of speed before his race-ending crash

Mercedes to take action as George Russell fumes at loss of speed before his race-ending crash

James Ellingworth, Associated Press  |  Updated July 19 - 9:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff said the team needs to work to restore George Russell's confidence after the British driver blamed a lack of speed for the collision that ended his Belgian Grand Prix and damaged his Formula 1 title chances. Russell was trying to retake fourth place from Lewis Hamilton around the outside when the Ferrari driver clipped his rear wheel and sent him spinning into the gravel trap, putting him out of the race on the first lap. A visibly emotional Russell argued that it wouldn't have happened if his car hadn't lost speed on the previous straight, dropping him behind Hamilton.
Ryan Blaney looks to stay hot as NASCAR heads to North Wilkesboro for first points race in 30 years

Ryan Blaney looks to stay hot as NASCAR heads to North Wilkesboro for first points race in 30 years

Steve Reed, Associated Press  |  Posted July 18 - 4:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ryan Blaney is hoping to turn a hot streak into history.
Kimi Antonelli beats Red Bull's team effort to qualify on pole for F1's Belgian Grand Prix

Kimi Antonelli beats Red Bull's team effort to qualify on pole for F1's Belgian Grand Prix

The Associated Press  |  Updated July 18 - 10:48 a.m.  |  Save Story

It took two of Kimi Antonelli's rivals working together to put the Formula 1 standings leader to the test. It still wasn't enough.
Kimi Antonelli reveals advice from Roger Federer to get back on track in F1 title fight

Kimi Antonelli reveals advice from Roger Federer to get back on track in F1 title fight

James Ellingworth, Associated Press  |  Updated July 17 - 6:46 a.m.  |  Save Story

On the grass courts of Wimbledon or racing through the Belgian forests, what matters is staying in control.
Max Verstappen leaves his F1 future open but says things are 'really good' with Red Bull team boss

Max Verstappen leaves his F1 future open but says things are 'really good' with Red Bull team boss

James Ellingworth, Associated Press  |  Posted July 16 - 7:56 a.m.  |  Save Story

Max Verstappen has left his future in Formula 1 open again ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix and praised his "really good" relationship with Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies.
Ryan Blaney is only 65 points out of NASCAR'S points lead following dominant weekend in Atlanta

Ryan Blaney is only 65 points out of NASCAR'S points lead following dominant weekend in Atlanta

Charles Odum, Associated Press  |  Posted July 13 - 10:09 a.m.  |  Save Story

His thick moustache wasn't the only feature that made Ryan Blaney look like Richard Petty in a dominant performance at EchoPark Speedway.
Ryan Blaney wins 3-wide battle on final lap of overtime in NASCAR Cup race in Atlanta

Ryan Blaney wins 3-wide battle on final lap of overtime in NASCAR Cup race in Atlanta

Charles Odum, Associated Press  |  Updated July 13 - 12:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

A late brush with the wall wasn't enough to send Ryan Blaney to pit row.
Reddick is hoping to regain momentum in Atlanta after losing his NASCAR Cup Series lead to Hamlin

Reddick is hoping to regain momentum in Atlanta after losing his NASCAR Cup Series lead to Hamlin

Charles Odum, Associated Press  |  Posted July 11 - 3:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

EchoPark Speedway may be the perfect setting for Tyler Reddick to reclaim his momentum in the NASCAR Cup Series points race.
Scott Dixon and Felix Rosenqvist sign multiyear deals to begin racing for Arrow McLaren in 2027

Scott Dixon and Felix Rosenqvist sign multiyear deals to begin racing for Arrow McLaren in 2027

The Associated Press  |  Posted July 6 - 2:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Six-time IndyCar Series champion Scott Dixon and reigning Indianapolis 500 winner Felix Rosenqvist are joining the Arrow McLaren racing team next season after agreeing to multiyear deals.
NASCAR uses 3 of its youngest drivers for Rolling Stones collaboration

NASCAR uses 3 of its youngest drivers for Rolling Stones collaboration

Jay Cohen, Associated Press  |  Posted July 6 - 1:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

The first Rolling Stones album was released in 1964. NASCAR driver Connor Zilisch was born in 2006.
Briscoe holds off Bell in NASCAR's return to Chicagoland Speedway

Briscoe holds off Bell in NASCAR's return to Chicagoland Speedway

Jay Cohen, Associated Press  |  Updated July 5 - 9:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

Chase Briscoe was on an offseason bonding trip to the United Kingdom with crew chief James Small when the NASCAR driver discovered chocolate buttons, a popular British treat. He bought some online after he returned to the U.S., but he said it wasn't the same.
Leclerc ends wait for a win at British Grand Prix as F1 leader Antonelli hits more trouble

Leclerc ends wait for a win at British Grand Prix as F1 leader Antonelli hits more trouble

The Associated Press  |  Updated July 5 - 11:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

Charles Leclerc took his first Formula 1 win in nearly two years as a chaotic British Grand Prix ended behind the safety car on Sunday and standings leader Kimi Antonelli missed the points again with a damaged car.
Kyle Larson looks to break winless drought as NASCAR returns to Chicagoland

Kyle Larson looks to break winless drought as NASCAR returns to Chicagoland

Jay Cohen, Associated Press  |  Posted July 3 - 5:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

When it comes to 1.5-mile tracks, Kyle Larson is always confident. With NASCAR returning to Chicagoland Speedway this weekend, there is even more reason for optimism for the Hendrick Motorsports driver.
Hamilton adapts fast for sprint pole ahead of 'unprecedented' British GP

Hamilton adapts fast for sprint pole ahead of 'unprecedented' British GP

James Ellingworth, Associated Press  |  Updated July 3 - 11:39 a.m.  |  Save Story

Silverstone hasn't changed a bit and yet Lewis Hamilton is ready for a British Grand Prix on a "completely different track."