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Cole Custer finally closed the deal on Saturday, winning his first race of the 2024 NASCAR Xfinity Series season at Pocono Raceway.
Light 'em up, Cole!  pic.twitter.com/kazjsh5vAX— NASCAR Xfinity (@NASCAR_Xfinity) July 13, 2024
The defending Xfinity Series champion broke an 18-race winless streak dating back to the 2023 championship race. The win also marks the first for Ford in the Xfinity Series in 2024. After taking the lead away from Justin Allgaier with nine laps to go, a caution for Shane van Gisbergen re-racked the field for one final restart with four laps to go. While Allgaier got a great push from...

Cole Custer outduels Justin Allgaier for first Xfinity Series win of 2024

7-Car Pileup at Pocono Raceway: The 7-car pileup at Pocono Raceway, sparked by a collision between Parker Retzlaff and Kyle Sieg on Lap 46, sent shockwaves through the racing community, highlighting the inherent dangers of the sport. A sudden weather shift worsened the situation, creating dangerous conditions that led to a chain reaction of crashes. The ensuing chaos forced drivers to navigate through compromised visibility, making split-second decisions that had noteworthy repercussions. This incident not only highlights the volatile nature of high-speed racing but also raised crucial questions about the adequacy of current safety protocols. As the dust settles, the implications for future races remain a focal point of close examination.

7-Car Pileup at Pocono Raceway: Retzlaff and Kyle Sieg’s Collision Causes Chaos

Kyle Busch’s Pocono Race Ruined by RCR: Kyle Busch‘s recent challenges at Pocono have sparked a storm of frustration among NASCAR fans, especially because of persistent mechanical issues affecting the Richard Childress Racing (RCR) team. Despite high hopes for a turnaround, Busch’s performance was significantly impacted by steering problems during practice, worsening an already difficult season. Fans are expressing their discontent loudly on social media, questioning RCR’s ability to address these pressing issues and voicing concerns about Busch’s future direction in the sport. The unfolding drama raises important questions about team dynamics and potential solutions moving forward.

Kyle Busch’s Pocono Race Ruined by RCR- NASCAR Fans Outraged

Pocono Raceway has long proved a worthy foe for the Cup Series' best and brightest drivers. Triangle-shaped and with all the stylings of your typical superspeedway, Pocono can turn gleaming chariots into rubble with one wrong move. Just ask Ross Chastain and Noah Gragson, two drivers fighting tooth and nail for postseason qualification who saw their chances of a checkered flag at the Tricky Triangle collapse in separate collisions Sunday.

Who won the NASCAR race today? Full results, standings from The Great American Gateway 400 in Pocono

Justin Allgaier voices his disappointment after a second-place finish at Pocono Raceway and talks about why this race will sting him for a while.

Allgaier not happy with second place at Pocono

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Upper Marlboro, MD

A Friday night candlelight vigil for Vikings cornerback Khyree Jackson and two other former teammates at Wise High School in Upper Marlboro, Maryland turned deadly. A shooting claimed the life of a man, and injured another person. Via Fox 5, someone opened fire in the parking lot at Wise High...

Vigil at Khyree Jackson’s high school is marred by a fatal shooting

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NASCAR arrived at Pocono Raceway for a thrilling weekend in Pennsylvania, and the Cup Series race provided some drama. Martin Truex Jr. and Denny Hamlin won the first two stages; however, neither of them was able to win the event. Hamlin tried to run down a Team Penske driver, but it wasn’t enough, leading to their second win of the 2024 NASCAR season.
Ryan Blaney won The Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono, earning his second victory of the 2024 NASCAR season. Blaney was able to get out front and had great track position after Stage 2. The defending NASCAR Cup...

Ryan Blaney wins the NASCAR Cup Series race at Pocono, full results

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The NASCAR playoff standings and overall Cup Series points have been updated following The Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway on Sunday. For the second time in the last month, Ryan Blaney carved out some time in Victory Lane. Pocono was the site of his first Cup Series victory, back when he was driving […]
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NASCAR playoff standings, Cup points updated after Pocono Raceway

San Antonio, TX

LAS VEGAS — His UConn teammate Donovan Clingan knew what the Spurs were about to get — he and Stephon Castle just won a national championship together. “He’s a special player,” Clingan said. “He can facilitate at a high level. He can pass at a high level. He can certainly score. He’s got a great career ahead of him.”

In Stephon Castle, did Spurs find future star to pair with with Wembanyama?

Watch highlights from Stephanie Kyriacou, Lauren Coughlin and Ayaka Furue in Round 3 of the Amundi Evian Championship and hear from Kyriacou and Coughlin on their rounds.

Kyriacou, Coughlin catch fire to pass, tie Furue

Long Pond, PA

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NASCAR Cup Series drivers are on the grid in Long Pond, PA. The 2.5-mile triangle of Pocono Raceway is set to host The Great American Getaway 400. View Pocono results for the NASCAR Cup Series below. Pocono Menu. Truck: Race. Xfinity: Prac/Qual | Race. Cup: Prac/Qual | Race. Ty Gibbs...

Pocono Results: July 14, 2024 (NASCAR Cup Series)

The Great American Getaway 400 Full Results: The Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway provided an exciting display of skill and tactics, culminating in Ryan Blaney‘s masterful victory for Team Penske. His win in the #12 Ford was not just a reflection of his driving expertise but also a thrilling show of the ever-competitive nature of NASCAR. With Denny Hamlin hot on his heels and a battle among top contenders like Alex Bowman and William Byron, the race was a captivating showcase of motorsport excellence. As we analyze the race’s crucial moments and strategic subtleties, the full impact of this electrifying event comes into sharper focus.

The Great American Getaway 400 Full Results: Thrilling Victory Unfolds at Pocono

Watch Jeff Burton, Steve Letarte and Rick Allen call the biggest moments of the Great American Getaway 400 from Pocono Raceway.

Booth Cam: Burton, Letarte, Allen call Pocono

Justin Allgaier’s Disappointing 2nd Place Finish: Justin Allgaier‘s runner-up finish at Pocono left him feeling a mix of frustration and determination, as he strongly believed his JR Motorsports Chevrolet had the potential to clinch victory. Starting from third position, Allgaier’s early dominance was evident with a substantial lead and a stage win. However, a penalty and tire issues in the closing laps hampered his winning bid. Despite these setbacks, Allgaier’s tactical expertise and steadfast focus on the championship remain undeterred. How will these elements shape his approach in the upcoming races, and what lessons will he carry forward from this near-miss?

Justin Allgaier’s Disappointing 2nd Place Finish at Pocono: “We Had the Best Car”

LONG POND, Pa. — Restarts get wild at Pocono Raceway. Sometimes, they get too wild. That was the case between Corey LaJoie and Kyle Busch on a lap 121 restart in Sunday’s (July 14) NASCAR Cup Series race, as a blocking match between the two heading into turn 1 saw LaJoie spin Busch right into oncoming traffic; the resulting accident collected more than a half-dozen cars.

Corey LaJoie, Kyle Busch Tangle on Late Pocono Restart

Just a day after an impressive Stage 14 win, Tadej Pogacar reflects on an "incredible" day that saw him capture Stage 15 with a brilliant attack in Plateau de Beille.

Pogacar thrilled to secure back-to-back stage wins

Robert MacIntyre says he doesn't know whether to cry or laugh after winning the Scottish Open, explains what happened with his free drop on 16 and goes inside his 22-footer on 18 before Golf Central breaks down his win.

MacIntyre on Scottish Open: 'The one I wanted'

Peiyun Chien’s tee shot on No. 16 takes a dramatic amount of time to roll in for a hole-in-one during the final round of the 2024 Amundi Evian Championship.

Chien sinks stellar hole-in-one at Amundi Evian

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NASCAR made its annual trip to Pocono Raceway this past weekend, and it was reigning series champion Team Penske of Ryan Blaney who took the checkered flag to secure his second win on the 2024 Cup Series season. But it was the ninth place finisher in Sunday's 160-lap race around...

NASCAR points lead changes hands yet again after Pocono race

Millville, MN

Relive all of the action from Round 7 of the 2024 Pro Motocross season at Spring Creek National in Millville, Minnesota.

Highlights: 2024 Pro Motocross, Spring Creek

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Pocono NASCAR Xfinity results: Cole Custer scores first victory of the season

Reigning Xfinity Series champion Cole Custer scored his first victory of the season, taking the checkered flag Saturday at Pocono Raceway. Custer led on a restart...

Pocono NASCAR Xfinity results: Cole Custer scores first victory of the season

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