Larson: No. 5 team ‘extremely loose’ ahead of championship finale

Kyle Larson reveals just how relaxed Cliff Daniels and the No. 5 team are ahead of Sunday's Championship Race, including a spirited debate over whether hot dogs are sandwiches and cereal is soup.

Joey Logano talks how there's extra motivation to win a Cup Series title in The Chase presented by Mobil 1 format and how it would validate his legacy.

Daniel Suárez discusses how Spire Motorsports carries itself as a contender and how the Carson Hocevar-Brad Keselowski rivalry affects it.

Richmond Raceway winner Joey Logano says criticism of his past championships gives the No. 22 team extra motivation.

Joey Logano explains how Paul Wolfe, Joe Bisson and the entire Team Penske group helped lift the No. 22 team from running around 20th two months ago to winning at Richmond.

Ryan Blaney says Ty Gibbs' M&M's paint scheme at Bristol Motor Speedway will be an "eye-opening" way to honor Kyle Busch and his family.

Denny Hamlin discusses the current points format and how sustained consistency can help drivers claw their way out of a deficit.

Christopher Bell explains why the gut-punch of another second-place finish this season lessens as the week progresses.

Crew chief Tyler Allen says previous tire data gave the No. 54 team confidence to take two tires, calling it the best chance to get Ty Gibbs ahead of Christopher Bell at Iowa.

Ryan Blaney says the No. 12 team is still within reach of the regular-season title and sees a big opportunity over the final four races.

Carson Hocevar talks about how Spire Motorsports has surged this year and now sits higher in points than alliance team Hendrick Motorsports.

Carson Hocevar shares his thoughts on being a Cup Series championship contender by sitting fifth in points four races before The Chase.

Corey Heim shares what it is like working with veteran crew chief Bootie Barker and how their relationship has quickly developed.

No. 67 23XI Racing crew chief Bootie Barker praises how Corey Heim is already equal to some of the best drivers in the Cup Series.

2026 NASCAR In-Season Challenge finalists Ryan Blaney and Todd Gilliland break down their pickle-based back-and-forth, from trash talk to Blaney's mustache cleanup.

Ryan Blaney previews his In-Season Challenge matchup with Christopher Bell, but says his primary focus remains winning at North Wilkesboro.

Carson Hocevar explains how Dale Earnhardt Jr. inspired him to embrace major events and represent NASCAR beyond the race track.

Chase Elliott discusses the new front bumper package making its debut at North Wilkesboro and how it could affect contact and restart stack-ups.

Ryan Blaney explains how a massive run helped him catch Carson Hocevar and praises Hocevar for racing respectfully without making a risky block.

EchoPark race winner Ryan Blaney shares how he developed patience when it comes to being upfront at drafting tracks.

Chase Briscoe details the intense final-lap battle at Chicagoland, saying lap traffic helped him protect the lead while Christopher Bell closed in for the win.

Chase Briscoe details the adjustments he and James Small have made this season to better manage races, tires and pressure at Joe Gibbs Racing.

Brandon Jones says winning on the Fourth of July carries extra meaning, citing his love for the country, appreciation for the military and pride in celebrating with a Chicagoland victory.

Shane van Gisbergen talks about his mentality on stacking points the rest of season and staying out trouble to make The Chase.

Shane van Gisbergen says he needs a strong Sonoma weekend after San Diego hurt his position near the Cup Series Chase cutline.

Alongside 23XI Racing's Denny Hamlin, crew chief Robert "Bootie" Barker says he's not surprised by Corey Heim's first Cup win, adding the No. 67 team has been close several times.

Austin Hill reflects on what the Naval Base Coronado win meant to Richard Childress and says the victory belongs to everyone across Richard Childress Racing.

Tyler Reddick shares the No. 45 team's mindset as Denny Hamlin closes in on the regular-season points lead before The Chase begins.

Hometown hero Jimmie Johnson shares how the race at Naval Base Coronado isn't just a special opportunity for him but also for NASCAR.

Brad Keselowski discusses his personal ties to the military and how NASCAR continues to strengthen its connection with the armed forces.

Shane van Gisbergen says that always being considered the favorite to win road-course races "disrespects" the rest of the Cup Series field.

Heather Gibbs says Denny Hamlin still has records to break and something to prove as the veteran chases elusive first title.

After winning three Cup races in a row for the first time in his career, Denny Hamlin shares how Michael Jordan's words at that start of the season helped motivate him.

Denny Hamlin reflects on tying "Rocket Man" Ryan Newman with 51 career NASCAR Cup Series poles, praising Newman's qualifying skill.

William Byron shares how 2026 has been tough so far at 12th in points, but remains optimistic that he and the No. 24 team can turn their luck around.

Erik Jones talks about his relationship with No. 43 crew chief Justin Alexander and how it has pushed the team forward this year.

Denny Hamlin explains how the flag and hat tribute came together before he tied Kyle Busch with 63 career NASCAR Cup Series wins at Michigan International Speedway.

Denny Hamlin reflects on the legacy of the No. 11 car after his Michigan win, pointing to the dominance of the late Ned Jarrett.

Denny Hamlin calls his Michigan win "special for a lot of reasons" after tying Kyle Busch on the all-time NASCAR Cup Series wins list with 63.

Joe Gibbs details what Kyle Busch meant to Joe Gibbs Racing and NASCAR as a whole after Denny Hamlin tied the icon with 63 career Cup Series wins.

Denny Hamlin has a funny exchange after winning the Michigan pole, explaining that damage will force the No. 11 team to make repairs and start at the rear.

Denny Hamlin explains why he is focused on capitalizing at tracks like Michigan and Pocono rather than spending extra time on road courses.

Richard Childress Racing owner Richard Childress talks about his similarities to Kyle Busch and how the pair's friendship grew over the years.

Richard Childress Racing owner Richard Childress delivers a statement at Michigan International Speedway on the death of Kyle Busch, revealing that he had planned to announce a contract extension with the late driver this weekend.

Denny Hamlin admits his mistake that led to a start violation at Nashville, saying he thought it was time to go.

Legacy Motor Club's Erik Jones summarizes his Cup Series career so far and the mindset the driver has while navigating the grind of each season.

2026 Coca-Cola 600 victor Daniel Suárez discusses the No. 7 team's season so far and where there can be improvement in the second half.

23XI Racing co-owner Denny Hamlin and soon-to-be full-time Cup Series driver Corey Heim discuss how the 2026 schedule will prepare the young driver for 2027.

Road-course ace and Trackhouse Racing pilot Shane van Gisbergen talks about his learning curve in the Cup Series since becoming a full-time driver.

After winning the Coca-Cola 600, Daniel Suárez reflects on Kyle Busch's support early in his career and how Rowdy was a role model.

Daniel Suárez reflects on how difficult it was to focus after the emotional pre-race moment seeing Kyle Busch's family before the Coca-Cola 600.

No. 7 crew chief Ryan Sparks reflects on the significance of bringing Daniel Suárez's Coca-Cola 600 trophy back to the former KBM shop, where Spire Motorsports now resides.

Spire Motorsports co-owner Jeff Dickerson reflects on the impact Kyle Busch had on the organization after Daniel Suárez's Coca-Cola 600 win at Charlotte.

Layne Riggs talks about his victory celebration at Charlotte and what went into his decision to honoring Kyle Busch with a showman's bow.

Hall of Fame team owner Joe Gibbs sends his regards towards the Busch family and Richard Childress Racing.

Brad Keselowski shares how his relationship with Kyle Busch was starting to soften over the recent years after being rivals.

NASCAR CEO Steve O’Donnell reflects on Kyle Busch’s lasting impact, fierce competitive spirit and the legacy he leaves behind.

All-Star winner Denny Hamlin explains why he feels more confident now than at any other point in his NASCAR Cup Series career.

Heather Gibbs says Denny Hamlin remains "at the top" while bringing wisdom and experience to Joe Gibbs Racing and younger teammates like Ty Gibbs.

The No. 11 crew chief Chris Gayle says Denny Hamlin remains unique because he continues to perform at a high level late in his NASCAR career.

Carson Hocevar says his first Cup win at Talladega has followed him beyond the track, with people still bringing up the celebration as much as the victory itself.

Crew chief Stephen Doran says the Watkins Glen win for SVG gives the No. 97 team and Trackhouse Racing a boost after a difficult stretch.

Trackhouse Racing owner Justin Marks says Connor Zilisch did a fantastic job at Watkins Glen and stressed moving on quickly.

Connor Zilisch says Saturday's final-lap pass on Jesse Love reminded him of their dramatic 2023 ARCA battle to the finish at Watkins Glen.

Kyle Larson says he doesn't pay much attention to his nearly year-long Cup Series winless streak, noting it "just shows how tough the series is."

Chase Elliott says the years working together have helped the No. 9 team better handle pressure and success.

Chase Elliott talks through Alan Gustafson's strategy on pitting before Denny Hamlin in the final stage that led to his Texas win.

Carson Hocevar shares how his relationship with Chili's started and why he is genuinely passionate about the sponsorship in NASCAR.

Carson Hocevar explains whether his iconic, hang-out-of-the-car burnout is now a tradition after winning Friday's Truck Series race at Texas.

Richard Childress Racing driver Austin Dillon shares what Kyle Busch talked about in a shop meeting earlier in the week.

Jeff Dickerson jokes Carson Hocevar looked 'like Shamu' hanging out the window of his car, adding the Spire driver is a true entertainer.

Carson Hocevar explains how his post-win celebration at Talladega Superspeedway was a nod to Dale Earnhardt Jr. after his 2014 Daytona 500 triumph.

Carson Hocevar gets a celebratory call from his friend and racing colleague Cleetus McFarland during his post-win presser at Talledega.

Ben Kennedy says his new role at NASCAR feels full circle, recalling his 11 years behind the wheel and past starts at Talladega.

NASCAR CEO Steve O'Donnell says the next generation of fans should know that NASCAR belongs to them, while honoring what longtime fans have recognized all along.

23XI Racing driver and Talladega polesitter Tyler Reddick shares his perspective on having as much success as he and the No. 45 team have had to begin the 2026 campaign.

Brad Keselowski shares an update on his leg and how comfortable he feels using a walking cane less while being at track.

RFK Racing co-owner Brad Keselowski discusses the organization's progress and what it is like having all three teams in the top 16 in points.

Spire Motorsports driver Michael McDowell discusses the No. 71 team and where there is room for improvement as the 2026 season progresses.

Tyler Reddick talks about what it means to him to become the first driver since Dale Earnhardt to win five of the first nine races.

Tyler Reddick shares how important it was for the No. 45 to improve its intermediate program after Las Vegas and how it led to a Kansas win.

No. 45 crew chief Billy Scott shares how Tyler Reddick was locked in to win after the running low on fuel before Kansas overtime.

Kyle Larson details Kansas Speedway's challenges and where the No. 5 team currently stands heading into the race weekend.

Erik Jones says he's enjoying working with crew chief Justin Alexander, praising his communication style and rapport with the No. 43 team.

AJ Allmendinger assesses Kansas Speedway and what has made the 1.5-mile track a challenging venue over the years.

Joe Gibbs reflects on the first Cup win for his grandson Ty at Bristol, saying it's hard to explain how much it means to their family.

Ty Gibbs says he never lost the joy of racing, crediting those around him in NASCAR and explaining how his path built his character.

Ty Gibbs says winning at Bristol means more because he grew up watching Kyle Busch win there, calling it special to add his name.

Daniel Suárez reveals whether anything has changed in his mindset now that he and wife Julia Piquet announced they are expecting.

Connor Zilisch talks about his early-season struggles and the areas for improvement he sees for him and the Trackhouse Racing No. 88 team.

Alex Bowman talks about what he went through from the time vertigo symptoms struck at COTA up through this weekend's return at Bristol.

Jeff Andrews, president and GM at Hendrick Motorsports, says the organization never had a question about Alex Bowman belonging in the No. 48 seat.

Martinsville spring winner Chase Elliott describes the infamous grandfather clock and what the Cup Series star will do with the new hardware.

Martinsville spring winner Chase Elliott describes his emotions following his victory and where the No. 9 team can still grow as the 2026 Cup Series season continues.

Alan Gustafson, crew chief for Chase Elliott, shares how the No. 9 team opted for a safer short-pit strategy to win the race at Martinsville.

Brad Keselowski, with his 600th Cup Series start looming, gives thanks to his parents for shaping his work ethic and philosophy.

Brad Keselowski reflects on Greg Biffle, saying he had a lot of respect despite past run-ins before their relationship grew off the track.

Three-time Martinsville winner William Byron reflects on his favorite memories from attending races at the historic Virginia short track.

Tyler Reddick and Chris Buescher have history, so while Reddick says he "didn't love" their Stage 3 contact at Darlington, he gives Beuscher the benefit of the doubt.

23XI Racing co-owner Denny Hamlin praises Tyler Reddick and the whole organization for their amazing start to 2026.

Denny Hamlin gives his insight on what it's like racing against former teammates and how his relationship improved with those drivers after they left JGR.

Now 10th on the Cup Series all-time wins list, Denny Hamlin shares he wants to keep stacking victories and capture his elusive first title before retirement.

Denny Hamlin talks about building momentum after capturing his first victory of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season at Las Vegas.

Joe Gibbs Racing owner Joe Gibbs reflects on Denny Hamlin, his tragic off-season and the driver's path through NASCAR after his latest Cup victory at Las Vegas.

Crew chief Chris Gayle discusses how he got over last year's Phoenix disappointment and led Denny Hamlin back to Victory Lane at Las Vegas.

Josh Berry says the performance his Wood Brothers Racing team showed last year gives him confidence they can rebound after a slow start to 2026.

Christopher Bell says Las Vegas Motor Speedway remains one of his most competitive tracks and that close calls only make him more excited to chase a win.

Ryan Blaney shares how Josef Newgarden put the pressure on him to sweep the weekend for Roger Penske after IndyCar-Cup Series crossover.

Team Penske President Michael Nelson shares the significance of the organization sweeping the weekend in both the IndyCar and NASCAR Cup Series races.

Connor Zilisch discusses settling into his rookie Cup Series season and why Phoenix Raceway is a true beginning of his first campaign.

Brad Keselowski details his recovery from a leg injury in December and contrasts his start to the 2026 Cup Series season with the campaign prior.

RFK Racing co-owner Brad Keselowski talks about 23XI Racing co-owner Michael Jordan and why his presence at the race track is so important.

Tyler Reddick senses the probability of earning three straight wins to open the 2026 Cup Series season has increased after winning the pole at COTA.

Joe Gibbs Racing driver Brent Crews shares what he has been doing to prepare for his O'Reilly Auto Parts Series debut at Circuit of The Americas.

Shane van Gisbergen talks about the characteristics of Circuit of The Americas with hopes of extending his road-course winning streak.

Tyler Reddick shares what it feels like to be undefeated through two 2026 Cup Series races after going winless in 2025.

23XI Racing co-owner Denny Hamlin talks about the strong starts for 23XI Racing's Tyler Reddick and Bubba Wallace as the drivers sit 1-2 in points.

Former EchoPark Speedway winner Daniel Suárez talks about why this track aligns with his driving style and what he's looking forward to in Sunday's race.

2026 Daytona 500 champion Tyler Reddick shares how Michael Jordan praised the No. 45 driver for meeting the moment in crunch time.

Chase Elliott shares the "bummer" it was to be less than a mile away from winning the Daytona 500 and how he hopes to get another shot to win it in the future.

2026 Daytona 500 champion Tyler Reddick shares how special it is for him to bring Michael Jordan big wins in clutch moments.

Tyler Reddick shares how he will thank 23XI Racing teammate Riley Herbst for helping the No. 45 Toyota win the 68th running of the "Great American Race."

Co-owner Denny Hamlin shares how he told the 23XI Racing team that they have the power to bring Michael Jordan joy.

Three-time Daytona 500 champ Denny Hamlin talks about the difference of being in Victory Lane this time around as co-owner for 23XI Racing.

Cup Series drivers John Hunter Nemechek and Connor Zilisch discuss what it was like to be in the cockpit and fly with the Thunderbirds over Daytona.

NASCAR Hall of Famer and seven-time Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson announced the 2027 Daytona 500 will be his final premier series race in NASCAR.

Brad Moran, NASCAR Cup Series managing director, explains why Anthony Alfredo's No. 62 Beard Motorsports Chevrolet was disallowed after Duel 2 at Daytona International Speedway.

2026 Cook Out Clash winner Ryan Preece talks about the confidence he feels about his team and RFK Racing going into the new Cup season.

Legacy Motor Club driver Erik Jones shares his thoughts about missing the 2025 Cup Series Playoffs after falling short in a photo finish at Daytona.

Hendrick Motorsports vice chairman Jeff Gordon praises Kyle Larson's greatness and his hope that the No. 5 driver will bring more championships.

Phoenix race winner Ryan Blaney shares how he handled racing the Championship 4 and his thoughts on Denny Hamlin falling short of securing his first Cup title.

William Byron and Chase Briscoe share disappointment in falling short of the Cup Series title and explain why they aren't taking the championship opportunity for granted.

Denny Hamlin talk about how falling short this year feels different than the previous times and how he wanted to win the Cup Series title for his family and No. 11 crew.

Jesse Love shares how he has leaned on Justin Allgaier during his development and wants to represent the sport how he did next year.

After a stellar rookie campaign, Connor Zilisch talks about how the No. 88 Chevrolet couldn't find control to win the Championship Race.

Kyle Larson shares his thoughts on how fans have grown to cheer for Denny Hamlin as the No. 11 driver looks to capture his first Bill France Cup.

After securing his first Craftsman Truck Series Championship, Corey Heim recalls his thought process during the crucial late-race overtime restarts.

2025 Craftsman Truck Series Champion Corey Heim shares how he will cherish the relationships built on his team the most from this season.

Rudy Fugle, crew chief for William Byron, talks about how the No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports crew is keeping a business-as usual-mindset for the 2025 Cup Series Championship.

No. 11 crew chief Chris Gayle discusses the pressure heading into Sunday's championship race and trying to secure Denny Hamlin's first Cup Series title.

Jeff Gordon describes William Byron's growth as a Cup Series driver at Hendrick Motorsports and how the driver has matured.

William Byron describes his mindset entering Martinsville Speedway in a must-win situation after his Round of 8 got off to rough start.

Taylor Gray describes his thoughts in the final laps, with Sammy Smith in the rearview mirror after the Martinsville incident from the spring.

Joey Logano, the defending Cup Series champion, analyzes one's mindset during crunch time and the mentality needed to make the Championship 4.

Two-time defending fall Martinsville winner Ryan Blaney talks about how he and the No. 12 team are ready to give it their all in a must-win situation to make the Championship 4.

James Small talks about the mindset Chase Briscoe has and how he's a "weird dude" when it comes to performing under pressure.

James Small describes his mentality and how he never gave up on himself or his No. 19 team in their quest for a Championship 4 bid over the years.

Three-time champ Joey Logano comments on where his level of confidence is before Sunday's Round of 8 playoff race at Talladega.

Kyle Larson talks about how he and the No. 5 team have improved at bigger tracks and what it would mean to finally win there.

William Byron describes his mindset entering Talladega Superspeedway and how he's "looking ahead" after a disappointing Las Vegas wreck.

Las Vegas winner Denny Hamlin shares his mindset in having a few weeks to prepare for the championship bout and how he is at peace with whatever the outcome ends up being.

Justin Marks describes his thoughts on the final-lap contact between Ross Chastain and Denny Hamlin at the Charlotte Motor Speedway Roval.

Chase Elliott describes the playoff mentality through 10 weeks of racing, and what buying more time does in a quest for Cup championship.

New Hampshire race winner Ryan Blaney discusses how his team executed in the Round of 12 opener and meeting the moment in the postseason.

Ryan Blaney shares his perspective on racing teammates hard under playoff pressure and his thoughts on the Hamlin-Gibbs incident.

Joey Logano shares his emotions after winning the Busch Light Pole Award at New Hampshire Motor Speedway and what it means to do so in front of a cheering crowd.

Christopher Bell describes how he keeps a positive outlook with his No. 20 Joe Gibbs Racing team amid frustrating situations after Bristol victory.

Denny Hamlin, Round of 16 winner at World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway, shares the fresh mindset he carries into Bristol Motor Speedway with a ticket to the Round of 12 in hand.

Sitting 45 points below the cutline, Josh Berry shares what the mood is for Wood Brothers Racing ahead of the Round of 16 finale at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Trackhouse Racing driver Ross Chastain talks about how special the atmosphere is for the Bristol Night Race (Sat., 7:30 p.m. ET, USA) and what the race means to him.

Defending Gateway winner Austin Cindric shares how he's never satisfied with past success and only eyes the next win.

Spire Motorsports driver Carson Hocevar talks about his infamous "Dale Truck" and affinity for buying classic NASCAR street cars.

Austin Dillon talks about how his No. 3 team slowly finds gains throughout the regular season that led to better results in the playoffs.

Back-to-back Southern 500 champion Chase Briscoe talks about what it meant to him to share last week's win with his son, Brooks.

Ryan Blaney talks about being compared to Dale Earnhardt and skills he's learned from Logano and Keselowski on drafting-style tracks.

Team Penske's Michael Nelson and No. 12 team crew chief Jonathan Hassler describe what makes Ryan Blaney stand out on superspeedways.

Trackhouse Racing driver Connor Zilisch expresses his gratitude to everyone who helped prepare him for a full-time Cup Series schedule in 2026.

RFK Racing teammates, Chris Buescher and Ryan Preece, describe racing each other as both drivers fight for a playoff spot at Daytona.

Austin Cindric describes the many scenarios and priorities drivers and teams have ahead of the superspeedway bout at Daytona International Speedway.

Austin Dillon details the similarities from this win to how the race went last year at Richmond Raceway after win.

William Byron details the last month that led up to him and his No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports team clinching the Regular Season Championship.

Shane van Gisbergen talks the emotions of having his father in Victory Lane at Watkins Glen after 'really rough run' as of late.

Trackhouse team owner Justin Marks shares his opinions on Shane van Gisbergen's chances to make a deep run in his first Cup Series playoffs.

After regaining the Regular Season Championship lead at Iowa, William Byron details what it's like sharing close battles with his teammates.

No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports crew chief Rudy Fugle describes how Sunday's Iowa win solidifies the work the entire team has put in since Daytona.

Defending Iowa Speedway winner Ryan Blaney talks about what last year's victory meant to him with many family members living in the area.

Bubba Wallace shares what it meant to him becoming the first Black driver to win a major race on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway oval.

Bubba Wallace expresses the relief he feels being off the bubble and locked in the playoffs, with the freedom to "try weird things" the last few weeks.

John Hunter Nemechek describes how the organization has changed its culture over the last several months to focus on earning a win in the final weeks of the regular season.

Denny Hamlin describes why he celebrates every win as a co-owner of 23XI Racing and how it differs from a driver win.

Bubba Wallace describes what has changed in his mentality from where he was a year ago, gives credit to family after Indianapolis win.

Cookie Monster describes his duties as grand marshal at Indianapolis and giving the command to start engines for the Brickyard 400.

Ty Dillon gives his thoughts on the In-Season Challenge journey he and his Kaulig Racing team have been on, making the finale at Indianapolis.

RFK Racing driver Brad Keselowski talks about burying the hatchet with longtime rival Kyle Busch and his unique perspective on why he'd want to spark the rivalry back up.

Indiana native Chase Briscoe reflects on his first visit to Indianapolis Motor Speedway and what it was like as a young fan.

After announcing a multiyear extension with Joe Gibbs Racing, Denny Hamlin discusses what more he hopes to accomplish in the Cup Series.

Josh Berry gives his side of the events that led to him wrecking Carson Hocevar at Sonoma Raceway and shares he hasn't been able to contact the No. 77 driver to apologize.

Lavar Scott shares how Noah Gragson, Ross Chastain and Rajah Caruth have been helpful in his development before his Xfinity Series debut at Dover.

Sonoma race winner Shane van Gisbergen shares his development on ovals and also adds in his perspective on the late-race battles to win.

Connor Zilisch talks about how fun it is to compete against Shane van Gisbergen and the impact he creates in NASCAR.

Hendrick Motorsports driver Kyle Larson gives insight into the close points battle with his teammates atop the standings with seven races before playoffs.

Shane van Gisbergen talks about navigating the looming Cup Series Playoffs and the momentum the No. 88 team is continuing to gain.

Trackhouse Racing owner Justin Marks gives his thoughts on Chicago Street Race winner Shane van Gisbergen and what he needs to do to be the best NASCAR road racer ever.

Justin Marks, owner of Trackhouse Racing, comments on the announced departure of Daniel Suárez and what he has meant to the organization.

Denny Hamlin, the top seed entering the In-Season Challenge, discusses his defeat to Ty Dillon and what the bracket-style bout brings to the sport.

Joey Logano describes his mindset when approaching any race weekend in the NASCAR Cup Series and how he views his achievements.

2023 Chicago Street Race winner Shane van Gisbergen gives his thoughts on how Cup Series drivers have honed their craft on road courses.

Chase Elliott describes what it means to have people who have stuck together on his No. 9 Hendrick Motorsports team through ups and downs.

Joe Gibbs Racing driver Chase Briscoe talks about the excitement of having a Bracket Challenge for fans during the inaugural In-Season Challenge.

James Small, crew chief for Chase Briscoe, details the ups-and-downs in the first half of the season after punching ticket to Victory Lane.

Chase Briscoe describes the pressure he's felt to get the win for Joe Gibbs Racing after moving over from Stewart-Haas Racing.

Denny Hamlin describes his mentality when he approaches a race weekend that continues to keep him competitive each week.

Shane van Gisbergen talks about the grind he went through in the first half of the season to now after winning in Mexico City.

Ryan Blaney talks about the new In-Season Challenge, starting at EchoPark Speedway, and how he's aware of the seeding heading into Pocono.

Joey Logano talks about his recent media appearances and speaks about his time on "First Take" with Stephen A. Smith.

After missing Mexico City for the birth of his son, Denny Hamlin is admittedly feeling behind coming into this weekend at Pocono.

NASCAR's Ben Kennedy discusses the weekend in Mexico City and what stood out to him the most at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez.

Mexico native Daniel Suárez recaps the weekend at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez and how the atmosphere exceeded his expectations.

Xfinity Series victor Daniel Suárez discusses the atmosphere at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez and how he could hear the crowd's electricity all over the track.

Trackhouse Racing's Daniel Suárez describes the joy and gratitude he feels competing in a NASCAR Cup Series race in Mexico City this weekend.

Shane van Gisbergen breaks down his rookie experience in the Cup Series so far, including the challenges, upswings and support at Trackhouse.

Ryan Truex discusses his role as standby driver for Denny Hamlin in the No. 11 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota and the busy weeks leading into Mexico City.

Michael McDowell discusses the "incredible energy" he expects to feel from fans at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez on Sunday afternoon.

Heather Gibbs, mother to Cup Series driver Ty Gibbs, describes her emotions on the final few laps, and just how hard racing on Sunday is.

Denny Hamlin shares his thoughts on embracing the villain role in the NASCAR Cup Series after his raucous win at Michigan.

Denny Hamlin gives insight to the longevity of his career and the joy he takes in climbing NASCAR's all-time wins list.

Denny Hamlin shares his thoughts on Carson Hocevar's recent heartbreak in the Cup Series, believing the young driver will find Victory Lane.

Ryan Blaney describes how much the win at Nashville Superspeedway means to the No. 12 team after a rocky first half to the 2025 season.

Coca-Cola 600 winner Ross Chastain talks how he wanted to soak in his first crown-jewel win and party like the legends that came before him.

Team owner Justin Marks talks about how much of an honor it is to win the Coca-Cola 600 and add to the event's history.

No. 1 Trackhouse Racing crew chief Phil Surgen shares the challenges the crew faced to prep the Coca-Cola 600 winning backup car Saturday night and into early Sunday morning before the race.

Chase Briscoe describes what it means to win the pole for two crown-jewel events after claiming the top spot at Charlotte Motor Speedway for the 2025 Coca-Cola 600.

No. 1 Trackhouse Racing driver talks how he's been able to finish races better than where he starts and ignoring the outside noise.

Three-time Cup Series champion Joey Logano shares how much he wants to win the Coca-Cola 600 -- and iconic trophy that comes with it -- at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Hendrick Motorsports Vice Chairman Jeff Gordon explains the logistics of flying Kyle Larson back to Charlotte in time for the start of the Coca-Cola 600.

Defending Coca-Cola 600 winner Christopher Bell shares how he's motivated to conquer all 600 miles this year.

Jimmie Johnson, Legacy Motor Club team owner and driver, talks about the challenges he faces in preparing for one-off races and how he eyes more starts in the future.

Chase Briscoe details all of the things that make racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Memorial Day Weekend special for drivers in the NASCAR Cup Series.

Chase Briscoe discusses the No. 19 Joe Gibbs Racing team heading into Charlotte Motor Speedway and where there can be improvement.

Christopher Bell describes the unique All-Star Race format and the style of racing Cup Series drivers tend to show at the marquee event.

Chad Knaus talks about Chase Elliott's weekend and how one pit road mistake costed them a solid finish at Kansas.

Ryan Blaney talks about how he enjoyed 'Full Speed' Season 2 on Netflix and how he hopes it returns for new season.

Corey Heim discusses his journey from the Craftsman Truck Series to Cup and where the development has helped him grow as a NASCAR prospect.

Team Penske's Ryan Blaney shares how he's rooting for Kyle Larson to perform well in his second Indianapolis 500 attempt as a representative of NASCAR drivers.

The defending champ on how all the talk about his slow start to season adds extra motivation to perform better and win.

Austin Cindric describes the continual growth from he's seen out of his No. 2 Team Penske crew after his Talladega victory.

No. 7 Spire Motorsports driver shares his perspective of the organization parting ways with crew chief Rodney Childers after nine races.

Darlington victor Denny Hamlin discusses how precise he and his No. 11 pit crew had to be during the final pit stop to achieve top track position.

No. 11 crew chief Chris Gayle commends his pit crew's performance at Darlington Raceway and the mentality they bring to the track each week.

Denny Hamlin describes his special bond with Martinsville Speedway and why he wants to dominate each trip to the race track.