Yearly Archives: 2017

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Kyle Larson Rides Late Caution, Superb Pit Stop to Win at Richmond

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A caution on lap 397 of a scheduled 400 in Saturday night’s Federated Auto Parts 400 turned what looked like a coronation for Martin Truex Jr. into an unexpected overtime victory for Kyle Larson, as the field of 16 drivers was set for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs. Continue reading →

Brad Keselowski Perseveres in NASCAR XFINITY Race at Richmond

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In the long run, Brad Keselowski knew he had the superior car.

And that’s exactly what Keselowski got – a long run to close Friday night’s Virginia529 College Savings 250 at Richmond Raceway. Continue reading →

Matt Kenseth Takes Step toward Playoff with Richmond Pole Run

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Matt Kenseth, the driver of the #20 Hurricane Harvey Relief Toyota, poses with the Coors Light Pole Award after qualifying in the pole position for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Federated Auto Parts 400 at Richmond International Raceway on September 8, 2017, in Richmond, Virginia. Photo – Jared C Tilton/Getty Images

In need of a playoff spot next week and a place to drive next year, Matt Kenseth stormed to the pole position for Saturday night’s Federated Auto parts 400 at Richmond Raceway (7:30 p.m. ET on NBCSN). Continue reading →

Joey Logano Faces Do-or-die Race on Saturday Night

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Joey Logano, the driver of the #22 Shell Pennzoil/Red Cross Ford, walks to his car prior to practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Federated Auto Parts 400 at Richmond International Raceway on September 8, 2017, in Richmond, Virginia. Photo – Sarah Crabill/Getty Images

For Joey Logano, this is it.

The Team Penske driver’s championship hopes have been distilled into one 400-lap race on Saturday night at Richmond Raceway. Continue reading →