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Acura & Katherine Legge Return to Pikes Peak with Hopes of a Record-Setting Run; HRC Prototype Integra to Pace the 103rd Hill Climb Running

Following her rookie debut in 2024, Katherine Legge returns with goal of setting a new front-wheel-drive record U.S. Olympic speed skater Rusty Smith will pilot the official pace vehicle – an Integra Type S HRC Prototype Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US) developed performance parts featured on both vehicles, leveraging the technical […]

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Following her rookie debut in 2024, Katherine Legge returns with goal of setting a new front-wheel-drive record

U.S. Olympic speed skater Rusty Smith will pilot the official pace vehicle – an Integra Type S HRC Prototype

Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US) developed performance parts featured on both vehicles, leveraging the technical knowledge and expertise of HRC race engineers worldwide

Acura and Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US) today announced a return to “America’s Mountain” for the 103rd running of The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, presented by Gran Turismo, on June 22. Acura and HRC US will enter the highly competitive Time Attack 1 (TA1) division with the Integra Type S DE5 race car. Driving the #93 Integra is INDYCAR and IMSA veteran Katherine Legge who also returns to the ”Race to the Clouds” following a top-five finish in the TA1 category in 2024. Her rookie outing resulted in a time of 10:51.359, just a few seconds shy of the current front-wheel-drive record of 10:48.094 – set by Acura engineer and Pikes Peak veteran Nick Robinson with a 500-horsepower TLX in 2018.

“It was an honor to compete in Pikes Peak for the first time in 2024, as I had always dreamt of being among the famous drivers who have tackled the mountain,” said Katherine Legge, driver of the #93 Acura Integra Type S DE5. “At Pikes Peak, you’re always competing against yourself, the mountain and the other drivers. It’s my goal to leave my own legacy, setting the front-wheel drive record in the Integra Type S DE5.”

Additionally, Acura will supply the official pace car for the 103rd running of America’s longest running hill climb. The custom-wrapped Indy Yellow Acura Integra Type S HRC Prototype will pace the field on the challenging 156-turn, 12.42-mile mountain course, demonstrating a new line of HRC Performance Parts being developed by championship-winning HRC race engineers. Behind the wheel will be U.S. Olympic bronze-medalist speed skater, Rusty Smith.

Rusty Smith has made Team USA three times, competing in short track at the Olympic Winter Games Nagano 1998, Salt Lake City 2002, and Turin 2006. On the podium, Smith captured a 500-meter bronze medal in 2002 and a relay bronze medal alongside his teammates in 2006. Smith also shares a passion for high-performance Honda and Acura vehicles; he owns several enthusiast models from each brand, including a rare first-generation Acura NSX-T finished in Spa Yellow with a Vivid Yellow interior.

Smith’s stint in the Integra Type S HRC Prototype follows Honda’s announcement as a Founding Partner of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Honda will also serve as the Official Automotive Partner of Team USA, supporting the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams during the LA28 Games and upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. LA28 plans for Honda and Acura vehicles to act as the official pace vehicles for all LA28 endurance events.

Motorsports, including the premium performance brand’s Pikes Peak efforts, is a critical component of Acura Precision Crafted Performance. This is the 15th consecutive year Acura is competing at Pikes Peak, with the Acura team amassing an impressive 12 first place in-division finishes, over 30 podiums and multiple course records.

Known as the Race to the Clouds, the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in Colorado is one of America’s longest running motorsports competitions. Since 1916, drivers from all over the world race against the clock, in a wide variety of vehicles and from multiple motorsports disciplines, as they take on the grueling mountain course, starting at 9,390 feet and climbing to the 14,115-foot summit.

HRC Performance Parts
Based on strong interest generated by the Acura Integra Type S HRC Prototype, which was revealed at Monterey Car Week in August 2024, HRC announced that it will create a new business to produce authentic performance parts for customer use for street, track and off-road applications at the 2024 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

Southern California-based HRC US has been winning races and championships on and off-road for three decades and is applying this extensive know-how to a new line of authentic performance parts focused on enhancing all elements of the driving experience—
engine, suspension and braking performance—along with significant weight savings. As a successful racing brand for decades, HRC US is uniquely positioned to offer parts to retail customers in North America to enhance the performance of their own Honda and Acura vehicles.

Acura Integra Type S DE5
Eligible for competition in multiple racing series and sold directly to racers, HRC’s Integra Type S DE5 is designed, developed, and assembled inside Honda’s state-of-the-art North American facilities employing groundbreaking technologies in weld, body construction, painting, final assembly and quality confirmation to ensure the highest levels of precision and craftsmanship.

HRC developed the DE5 from the production Acura Integra Type S premium sports compact, and it is the latest in a line of highly successful, championship-winning, HRC-developed touring cars, including versions of the 10th generation Honda Civic Si and Type R and the 11th generation Civic Si FE1.

The competition version of the Integra Type S, which participates in the top class of SRO TC America racing where it won six races in its debut season, is powered by a modified version of the factory 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder K20C8 engine. The racing version of the engine, co-developed by HRC US and HRC Japan, produces in excess of 360hp. That power is then directed to the wheels via a 6-speed sequential, paddle-shift transmission to HRC US developed suspension and brakes.

The purpose-built body shell removes all unneeded street vehicle components – such as soundproofing, underbody coating and seam sealers – and is fitted with a safety roll cage, aerodynamic components and cooling upgrades.

About Acura
Acura is a leading premium auto brand committed to delivering expressive styling, innovative engineering and engaging dynamics, all built on the brand’s Precision Crafted Performance DNA. The Acura lineup consists of two sport sedans, the Integra and TLX, and four sport-utility vehicles, the first-ever ADX, RDX, MDX and all-electric ZDX. High-performance Type S variants further demonstrate the virtues of Acura Precision Crafted Performance.

More information about Acura is available here: https://acuranews.com/en-US.

About Acura Motorsports
Acura motorsports programs in North America have been integral to the brand since its launch in 1986. The rich legacy of Acura sports car racing includes multiple GT and prototype wins and championships across Camel Lights, the American Le Mans series, SRO, and IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship competition. In current IMSA competition, Acura swept the 2019, 2020 and 2022 IMSA manufacturer, driver and teams championships.

In 2023, Acura made its successful racing debut with the electrified ARX-06 prototype sports car in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and claimed Acura’s third consecutive Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona victory at the Daytona International Speedway. In 2025, the electrified Acura ARX-06 returns with Acura Meyer Shank Racing running the #60 and #93 cars. Honda Racing USA will be strategizing and race engineering the #93 for the first time in the company’s history, while Acura MSR will continue to do the same for the #60 as Acura seeks its first championship title in the electrified era of sports car racing.

About Honda Racing Corporation USA
Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US), has a rich heritage creating, manufacturing, and supporting Honda Racing and Acura Motorsports customers since its founding in 1993 as Honda Performance Development (HPD). In January 2024, HPD became HRC US, combining with HRC Japan to strengthen the company’s overall motorsports capabilities. From pinnacle racing in INDYCAR and IMSA sports cars to commercial racing programs, HRC US leads all Honda and Acura high-performance racing programs in North America and will be involved in Formula One power unit development and race support related to the next phase of Honda starting in 2026.

HRC US specializes in the design and development of powertrain, chassis, electronics, and performance parts, as well as technical and race support. The company also offers parts and race support to Honda and Acura amateur and professional motorsports racers; and is continually expanding its palette of racing programs that make Honda racing products available to all racing styles, from karting and quarter midgets to the highest levels of professional racing.

https://hondaracing-us.honda.com

About LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games
The LA28 Games will mark Los Angeles’ third time hosting the Olympic Games, previously hosting in 1984 and 1932, and first time to host the Paralympic Games. Los Angeles will host the world’s most elite athletes in 2028 as it welcomes Paralympians and Olympians from around the world to compete on the biggest stage in sports. The LA28 Games are independently operated by a privately funded, nonprofit organization, with revenue from corporate partners, licensing agreements, hospitality and ticketing programs, and a significant contribution from the International Olympic Committee.

About Team USA
Team USA is the world’s largest and most diverse team of athletes from across the United States who compete at the Olympic, Paralympic, Youth Olympic, Pan American and Parapan American Games. The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, founded in 1894, serves as the National Olympic Committee and National Paralympic Committee for the United States and is responsible for protecting, supporting and empowering Team USA athletes. For more information, visit TeamUSA.org.

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Yamaha announces 2026 YZ off-road lineup

Yamaha Motor Corp. announced its new 2026 lineup of YZ off-road competition motorcycles and TT-R off-road trail motorcycles, highlighted by updates to its flagship YZ450F Motocross model, a handful of key updates to its two-stroke YZ125, and four new 70th Anniversary Edition YZ models. Yamaha’s new 2026 YZ lineup features updates to its YZ450F Motocross model […]

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*Yamaha’s new 2026 YZ lineup features updates to its YZ450F Motocross model and its two-stroke YZ125. (Photos: Yamaha)*

In commemoration of its seven decades in the motorsports business, Yamaha introduced the 70th anniversary editions of the YZ125, YZ250, YZ250F, and YZ450F. These models will come adorned in a modern take on Yamaha’s iconic white and red speed block livery, combining with the sleek, aggressive YZ bodywork for a standout look.

In addition to the extensively updated 2026 YZ450F flagship motocrosser, Yamaha is also updating its 2026 YZ125 two-stroke competition model and 2026 YZ125 Yamaha 70th Anniversary Edition. Both will receive an updated intake design and revised carburetion and CDI settings for more consistent performance in varying conditions, more linear power delivery, and enhanced rideability.

*Yamaha’s 70th Anniversary Edition YZ lineup includes the YZ125, YZ250, YZ250F, and YZ450F.*

Yamaha’s flagship 2026 YZ450FX Cross Country model received new four-mode Traction Control accessed through the Yamaha Power Tuner app. All four-stroke competition models, including the YZ250F, YZ450F, YZ250FX, YZ450FX, WR250F and WR450F now receive an industry-first ECU lock function providing theft deterrence by allowing owners to prevent unauthorized engine start-up via a password-required lock function accessed through the Power Tuner app.

All 2026 off-road competition and trail models received an updated graphics package.

For complete pricing and details on availability on all 2026 YZ and TT-R models, visit www.yamahamotorsports.com.

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Friesen rides momentum of Michigan win into Pocono – Scranton Times-Tribune

Stewart Friesen heads to Pocono Raceway this week after winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Michigan two weeks ago. TOYOTA GAZOO RACING Stewart Friesen snapped a 72-race winless streak with his NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series victory at Michigan two weeks ago. TOYOTA GAZOO RACING Stewart Friesen holds the checkered flag out the window […]

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Stewart Friesen heads to Pocono Raceway this week after winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Michigan two weeks ago. TOYOTA GAZOO RACING

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Thanks to an off week in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series schedule, Stewart Friesen had extra time to revel in his victory at Michigan International Speedway two weeks ago.

The 41-year-old Canadian, who lives in Sprakers, New York, and also competes on dirt tracks throughout the Northeast, survived triple overtime to snap a 72-race winless streak and earn his fourth career Trucks win.

“It definitely was timely. Having that extra week off to celebrate was nice,” Friesen said in a telephone interview. “We’re prepping now for Pocono and another Northeast race the following week at Lime Rock. But it gave the guys in the shop a little more time to soak it up and have a positive attitude going into these next two.”

Indeed, it’s back to work for Friesen and the Halmar Friesen Racing No. 52 Toyota team as they head to Pocono Raceway for the 16th annual Mille Tech Battery 200 on Friday. It kicks off a NASCAR tripleheader weekend at the 2.5-mile triangular track in Long Pond that includes the Xfinity Series on Saturday and Cup Series on Sunday.

“It was a big day for us. It’s been a couple years,” Friesen continued. “A lot of changes within the team personnel-wise the last two years. We were regrouping two years ago and last year we started to hit our stride. This year, we’ve seen all that work kind of pay off. Some good runs, had really fast trucks. Had some unfortunate luck at a few races. Then Michigan was kind of an opportunity that presented itself last in the race.”

Friesen actually was in 19th place with five laps remaining when a big crash at the front of the field on a restart took out several contenders and sent the race into overtime. Another crash forced double overtime. Yet another wreck created triple overtime. Each time, Friesen was able to move his way toward the front and take the lead from Grant Enfinger in Turn 3 on the final restart.

“We missed the balance a little bit and fired off really free in the first stage,” Friesen said. “We worked on it and in the second stage we were on the tight side. I knew the perfect truck was attainable, it just took us some time to get there. A few more adjustments got it perfect and I could run around there wide open. We thought, ‘Ok, we’re going to have a good finish. It’s just a little too late to have a win.’ But then we missed the accident and a couple of timely restarts we were able to pick off some guys and have a shot at the front row. The third overtime deal was pretty wild. Once we got that, we had good speed to hold on for the last two laps.”

Coming to the checkered flag, Friesen felt a wide range of emotions. It was his first Truck Series win since May 20, 2022, at Texas. He said it ranks right up there with what he considers the biggest win of his career — the Syracuse 200 big-block Modified race in 2010.

“It was a lot of blood, sweat and tears becoming worthwhile as we crossed the line,” Friesen said. “A big sigh of relief for myself and the whole team. Our guys put in a lot of time and sacrifice to get our truck and team to where we want to be. It’s just so rewarding when all that pays off.”

Not only did the win end his drought, it also qualified Friesen for the Truck Series playoffs over the final seven races.

“I think we were close and had the speed to be able to point our way in this year,” Friesen said. “But it’s a big relief to be locked into that first round and all the positives that come with it. Marketing-wise, you get a lot more TV time being in that playoff picture. Whereas the last two years, being out of the playoff picture, you lose a lot of that TV time and are not really in the conversation. So we wanted to make sure we were back in the hunt.”

Now, Friesen heads to Pocono, which he considers somewhat of a home track. In eight Truck starts there, he has one top-five and three top-10 finishes, including a seventh place last year.

“It’s nice. There’s always a lot of friends and family there. A lot of northeast race fans that we see throughout the year kind of migrate to Pocono,” Friesen said. “It’s one of the most unique tracks on the schedule with the size and the shape. It’s one of my favorite to drive, so I’m looking forward to this weekend.

“It’s a very challenging race track to find the balance. Turn 1 is very fast with a lot of bank. Turn 2 across the tunnel is super fast, but it’s sketchy because it’s kind of rough. Really, really flat. Turn 3 is definitely the easiest of all three corners, but it’s the hardest in that you need to exit with as much speed as you can. Sometimes sacrificing some handling in Turn 1 to be better in Turn 3 to hold more speed down the frontstretch is better. It’s tough to pass there, so the draft is really important. And then your pit strategy is to try to get track position. So there’s definitely a lot going on in a lap and in the whole race at Pocono.”

Practice and qualifying for the Miller Tech Battery 200 are Friday with the race getting the green flag at 5 p.m.

NASCAR AT POCONO SCHEDULE

Friday: Craftsman Truck Series practice, 12:35-1:30 p.m.; qualifying, 1:40-2:30 p.m.; Miller Tech Battery 200, 5 p.m.

Saturday: Xfinity Series practice, 10-10:55 a.m.; Xfinity qualifying, 11:05 a.m.-noon; Cup Series practice, 12:35-1:35 p.m.; Cup qualifying, 1:45-2:30 p.m.; Xfinity Explore the Pocono Mountains 250, 3:30 p.m.

Sunday: Cup Series, The Great American Getaway 400 presented by VISITPA.COM, 2 p.m.

Originally Published: June 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM EDT

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Christopher Bell Secures NASCAR Sponsorship Triumph Amidst Adversity and Growth

Unveiling the Rise of Christopher Bell: A NASCAR Star’s Journey Through Trials and Triumphs Talent, speed, and a top-tier team are crucial elements that fuel the confidence of any professional NASCAR driver. However, in the high-stakes world of the NASCAR Cup Series, a reliable sponsor can make all the difference. Christopher Bell, the rising star […]

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Unveiling the Rise of Christopher Bell: A NASCAR Star’s Journey Through Trials and Triumphs

Talent, speed, and a top-tier team are crucial elements that fuel the confidence of any professional NASCAR driver. However, in the high-stakes world of the NASCAR Cup Series, a reliable sponsor can make all the difference. Christopher Bell, the rising star of Joe Gibbs Racing, knows this firsthand, as he navigates the challenging landscape of NASCAR sponsorships with finesse and determination.

With the departure of veteran driver Martin Truex Jr., Bell has stepped into a more prominent role within his team. Regarded as one of the best drivers under Coach Gibbs’s tutelage, Bell has emerged as a top contender for the championship, alongside teammate Denny Hamlin. His presence in the sport has grown significantly, earning him respect from his peers and the media alike.

A pivotal moment in Bell’s career came after a controversial penalty decision in Martinsville in 2024, which cost him a coveted playoff spot. Reflecting on this incident, Bell credits his team and sponsors for instilling in him the confidence and support needed to navigate the cutthroat world of NASCAR. In a recent interview, he emphasized the importance of sponsor relationships, highlighting the pressure drivers face to perform both on and off the track.

Bell’s journey to success has not been without its challenges. Adapting to the demands of his No. 20 Toyota Camry XSE took time, but once he found his stride and the assurance that his sponsors had his back, he embraced a newfound sense of freedom in expressing his thoughts and opinions. No longer constrained by fear of losing sponsorship, Bell’s authenticity and candor have set him apart in the competitive NASCAR landscape.

The Martinsville setback served as a turning point for Bell, showcasing his resilience and composure in the face of adversity. Despite the disappointment of missing out on the Championship 4, his handling of the situation garnered admiration from NASCAR officials and fans alike. Bell’s ability to rise above setbacks and stay true to himself has solidified his position as a force to be reckoned with in the world of NASCAR.

As Christopher Bell continues to carve his path to greatness, his journey serves as a testament to the unwavering spirit and determination of a true NASCAR champion in the making.

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New Study Reveals Motorsports Industry Generates $69.2 Billion for U.S. Economy, Supports Over 318,000 Jobs

Performance Racing Industry (PRI) today released a landmark study that underscores the motorsports industry’s pivotal role as a key contributor to the U.S. economy, supporting hundreds of thousands of jobs, generating billions in economic activity, and delivering substantial tax revenue. PRI, the leading voice for the motorsports industry in the U.S., commissioned the research, which was […]

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Performance Racing Industry (PRI) today released a landmark study that underscores the motorsports industry’s pivotal role as a key contributor to the U.S. economy, supporting hundreds of thousands of jobs, generating billions in economic activity, and delivering substantial tax revenue.

PRI, the leading voice for the motorsports industry in the U.S., commissioned the research, which was conducted by John Dunham & Associates, based on 2025 U.S. economy data. The study encompasses automobile, truck, motorcycle, and UTV/side-by-side racing activity.

Traditionally, economic impact reports about racing are focused on the impact of a single event – major race weekend events for a specific local and state economy. These are studies that examine the impact of the tourism dollars that come into the economy as a result of that single event. PRI’s report is different because it determines the economic impact of the businesses that support the existence of racing in the first place.

PRI’s research represents the most comprehensive assessment of motorsports’ economic footprint ever undertaken to quantify the scale and significance of the business of racing to the U.S. economy. It evaluates the economic contributions from multiple racing businesses, including tracks and promoters, parts manufacturers, distributors, retailers, service providers, and incorporated race teams.

Key findings from the study include:

The industry contributes more than $69.2 billion in annual economic impact to the American economy.
Nationwide, the motorsports industry supports more than 318,000 American jobs.
American workers in the motorsports industry earn more than $22.1 billion worth of wages and benefits.
The industry generates more than $8.2 billion in tax revenue, including $5 billion in federal taxes and $3.2 billion in state and local taxes.

This economic impact study represents an important bookend to PRI’s 2024 Racing Market Report, a consumer trends analysis which found that consumers spent $8 billion on track-use only parts for motorsports in 2023.

As part of this study, PRI also launched an interactive economic impact map, enabling users to explore motorsports-related data by state and county — highlighting the industry’s reach and relevance in communities of all sizes across the country. The website also offers downloadable infographics that can be shared with policy makers and other businesses to show the impact motorsports has on individual states and communities.

The PRI Economic Impact Study provides valuable data about the economic footprint of the motorsports industry in the United States. PRI undertook this effort to provide policymakers, industry stakeholders, and the public with credible, data-driven insights into racing’s role as a major driver of economic activity, employment, and tax revenue. The study not only affirms the industry’s significance but also serves as a foundational resource to inform advocacy, investment, and long-term planning.

“Racing holds a special place in American life, and this milestone report highlights the broad scope of the motorsports industry as an economic driver at the local, state, and federal levels,” said PRI President Michael Good. “Using these results as a foundation, PRI will continue to seek ways to foster the motorsports industry, from racetracks to manufacturers, and from small businesses to major national employers, to ensure motorsports continues to touch every part of the country and bring together people from all walks of life for competition and community. We’re proud to serve as the leading voice for the motorsports industry in the U.S. and will continue delivering the data needed to demonstrate the industry’s economic strength and value.”

In 2023, a study commissioned by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) found that the automotive aftermarket industry generates an economic impact of $337 billion annually to the American economy. While the motorsports study found small areas of overlap in the parts, repair, and facilities areas, the motorsports study results are a complement to the SEMA report. PRI was acquired by SEMA in 2012 to connect, protect, and advocate for the motorsports industry.

This story was originally published on June 18, 2025. Drag Illustrated

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2025 NASCAR Odds: Denny Hamlin Favored To Win At Pocono

The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Pocono this weekend for the Great American Getaway 400. And when it comes to the odds, bettors can dive into that action and place wagers on which driver they think has what it takes to win outright. Last week at Mexico City, Shane van Gisbergen closed as the favorite […]

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The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Pocono this weekend for the Great American Getaway 400.

And when it comes to the odds, bettors can dive into that action and place wagers on which driver they think has what it takes to win outright.

Last week at Mexico City, Shane van Gisbergen closed as the favorite at +200, and he ultimately got into victory lane in the league’s first Cup Series race south of the border. This week, Denny Hamlin is the favorite, and that’s after missing last week’s race following the birth of his son.

So which driver takes the checkered flag this weekend? Here are the odds at FanDuel Sportsbook as of June 19.

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Denny Hamlin: +500 (bet $10 to win $60 total)
Ryan Blaney: +700 (bet $10 to win $80 total)
William Byron: +750 (bet $10 to win $85 total)
Kyle Larson: +750 (bet $10 to win $85 total)
Christopher Bell: +1000 (bet $10 to win $110 total)
Tyler Reddick: +1200 (bet $10 to win $130 total)
Chase Elliott: +1500 (bet $10 to win $160 total)
Joey Logano: +1800 (bet $10 to win $190 total)
Ty Gibbs: +1900 (bet $10 to win $200 total)
Chris Buescher: +2100 (bet $10 to win $220 total)
Brad Keselowski: +2100 (bet $10 to win $220 total)
Ross Chastain: +2400 (bet $10 to win $250 total)
Carson Hocevar: +2500 (bet $10 to win $260 total)
Chase Briscoe: +2800 (bet $10 to win $290 total)
Kyle Busch: +2900 (bet $10 to win $300 total)
Bubba Wallace: +3100 (bet $10 to win $320 total)
Alex Bowman: +3400 (bet $10 to win $350 total)
Josh Berry: +4200 (bet $10 to win $430 total)
Erik Jones: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total)
Ryan Preece: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total)
Austin Cindric: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total)
Ricky Stenhouse Jr.: +5500 (bet $10 to win $560 total)
Daniel Suarez: +6000 (bet $10 to win $610 total)
Zane Smith: +10000 (bet $10 to win $1,010 total)
Michael McDowell: +10000 (bet $10 to win $1,010 total)
AJ Allmendinger: +10000 (bet $10 to win $1,010 total)
Noah Gragson: +14000 (bet $10 to win $1,410 total)
Shane van Gisbergen: +14000 (bet $10 to win $1,410 total)
Cole Custer: +21000 (bet $10 to win $2,110 total)
John Hunter Nemechek: +21000 (bet $10 to win $2,110 total)
Todd Gilliland: +21000 (bet $10 to win $2,110 total)
Austin Dillon: +21000 (bet $10 to win $2,110 total)
Justin Haley: +21000 (bet $10 to win $2,110 total)
Riley Herbst: +25000 (bet $10 to win $2,510 total)
Ty Dillon: +34000 (bet $10 to win $3,410 total)
Cody Ware: +50000 (bet $10 to win $5,010 total)
Brennan Poole: +50000 (bet $10 to win $5,010 total)

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Rick Ware Racing countersues Legacy Motor Club in charter dispute

Earlier this year, Legacy Motor Club (LMC) filed a lawsuit against rival team, Rick Ware Racing (RWR). The team claimed RWR attempted to illegally back out of a deal to sell one of its charters to the Jimmie Johnson-led group. LMC had entered a Charter Purchase Agreement with RWR, signed a document that would transfer a RWR-owned […]

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Both teams currently own two charters, but Rick Ware is leasing one to RFK Racing for the No. 60 entry. This deal indicated that Legacy Motor Club intends to expand to a three-car operation in 2026, should they manage to purchase a charter.

RWR has now taken steps to fight back per Courthouse News, countersuing LMC. Initially, they planned to make a deal with LMC for the 2027 season and said if they are forced to sell this charter to LMC, they “would have no charter under which to race and would go out of business. For this reason, RWR would never have agreed (and unequivocally did not agree) to sell Charter No. 27 in advance of the 2026 season.”

Charter No. 27 is currently being used by RFK Racing, but per court documents, there was confusion between the two parties over what charter was even being sold. RWR also has Charter No. 36, which Cody Ware currently uses with the No. 51 RWR entry.

RWR claims that LMC named Charter No. 27 in their original suit, but the deal was allegedly for Charter 36, which could invalidate the lawsuit. These discrepancies over what charter is even up for grabs and what year this was supposed to take place appear to be at the center of this disagreement.

RWR also claims they attempted to return a $750,000 deposit that LMC provided as part of this deal, but LMC did not accept it. As previously reported, this charter sale was set to be for $45 million dollars, which would the most expensive charter purchase ever.