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Kurt Busch Reflects on a Storied NASCAR Career—And the One Regret That Sticks With Him to This Day

Kurt Busch will be inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame next January. He’s definitely deserving of it, having won the 2004 NASCAR Cup championship and 34 Cup races before his career was cut short due to a serious concussion. Busch had a lot of great moments in his NASCAR career, and some not so […]

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Kurt Busch will be inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame next January. He’s definitely deserving of it, having won the 2004 NASCAR Cup championship and 34 Cup races before his career was cut short due to a serious concussion. Busch had a lot of great moments in his NASCAR career, and some not so great moments, including several run-ins with reporters.

There’s one instance that he particularly regrets, a hot mic incident with TV reporter Jamie Little that still bothers Busch today. He relayed this in a recent episode of the SpakeUp Podcast with Shannon Spake.

It was in 2011 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway and Busch’s car did not pass pre-race inspection. He was heading across the track, from Turn 1 to Turn 4 (where tech inspection was located) and Little intercepted him, asking if he was willing to talk.

Busch and Little are good friends and both are from Las Vegas. But Busch was in no mood to talk that day and, unfortunately, his verbiage was picked up live.

“I don’t know that (my car didn’t pass tech), I’m doing driver intros, I’m doing a lap around in the truck, taking a couple pictures by the pit box with our fans, with our sponsors,” Busch said. “And I go out to find my car on the grid and it’s not there. I’m like, ‘Where’s my f***ing car?’

“So the cameras are coming at me and I’m like, ‘Oh I know they’re coming to me and I’m going to just beeline to go find my car… It’s like a couple minutes and the National Anthem’s going to play. I’m like, ‘Not right now, Jamie, I’ve got to go find my f***ing car.’”

Little responded by asking, “Are you okay with asking a question?” To which Busch promptly said, “Why the f*** do you think I’d be okay? I’ve got to go get in my car. NASCAR told me I’ve got to get in my car.”

That moment opened Pandora’s Box, in a way, with a number of officials on other teams giving their take on what just happened. Billy O’Shea, spotter for Kevin Harvick, said, “Keep an eye on the 22 (Busch). He’s in full meltdown mode.”

Jeff Dickerson (now co-owner of Spire Motorsports, but back then the spotter for Jeff Gordon) went, “22 just went ape-s**t. I guess he went crazy sometime here in the last few minutes.” Kevin Hamlin, spotter for Clint Bowyer, said, “Hey Clint, word is the driver of the 22 had a slight meltdown in driver intros today.”

“I wasn’t really cussing at Jamie, I was just trying to find my f***ing car,” Busch said.

Busch had run-ins with other media

Busch had several other run-ins ranging from Dr. Jerry Punch to Marty Smith from ESPN during his career. But he also had some good situations, even though they sometimes eventually led to a bad situation, such as with Bob Pockrass (formerly of Sporting News, and now with FOX Sports).

“Those things happen,” Busch said. “But at the end of the day, if I could do one thing over, because everyone says they wouldn’t change anything, but maybe it would have been to go out to dinner with different media members and go have a beer and to chill.

“Like I ran into Bob Pockrass one time at the airport. We were going into an off week, I was going to the Bahamas and he was going to London and we had a beer and we chit-chatted.

“Then it was like two months later when he was asking me something about Justin Allgaier at Dover and I’m like, ‘Bob, if I wasn’t on (NASCAR) probation right now, I’d just kick your a**.’ But it was kind of like a friendship moment. He definitely got under my skin in that moment but it was like, ‘Oh boy, I did it again.’”



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Corning Museum of Glass hosts Winning Wednesday with NASCAR Cup Series driver Ross Chastain

Adding to the excitement, NASCAR driver Ross Chastain, who races the Trackhouse Racing No. 1 car, made a special appearance in the Finger Lakes region to connect with fans and promote the upcoming Go Bowling at The Glen race. Chastain spent the day signing autographs, meeting fans, and gaining a deeper appreciation for the unique […]

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Adding to the excitement, NASCAR driver Ross Chastain, who races the Trackhouse Racing No. 1 car, made a special appearance in the Finger Lakes region to connect with fans and promote the upcoming Go Bowling at The Glen race. Chastain spent the day signing autographs, meeting fans, and gaining a deeper appreciation for the unique glassmaking process behind the coveted trophies. Standing just feet away from where the trophies are created, Chastain reflected on the experience, saying, “To hear from the experts in glass blowing and this glass making process, learning a bit about the history and just trying to take it all in… now the trophy means more, now that I know where it came from.”



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NASCAR’s Cook Out Clash returning to Bowman Gray Stadium in 2026

The 2025 race was the first Cup Series competition held in Winston-Salem since 1971. WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — The Cook Out Clash is returning to Bowman Gray Stadium in 2026! NASCAR officials made the announcement Wednesday that the quarter-mile track will play host to a non-points race among Cup Series drivers. This will be the second […]

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WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — The Cook Out Clash is returning to Bowman Gray Stadium in 2026!

NASCAR officials made the announcement Wednesday that the quarter-mile track will play host to a non-points race among Cup Series drivers. This will be the second year in a row the event will be held in Winston-Salem.

Details about the race schedule and procedures have not been released yet. The main event of the 2025 Cook Out Clash was the 200-lap race between 22 drivers. 

“We wrote a new chapter in the storied history of motorsports at Bowman Gray Stadium with the Cook Out Clash this year,” Joey Dennewitz, NASCAR Regional’s managing director, said in a statement. “As NASCAR’s first weekly race track, we are proud to bring the 2026 Cook Out Clash back to the original home to grassroots racing. Thanks to the City of Winston-Salem and Winston-Salem State University for their continued partnership at ‘The Madhouse.’“

The 2025 Cook Out Clash was the first NASCAR Cup Series race at Bowman Gray Stadium since 1971. Chase Elliot won the main event, leading 171 of the 200 laps along the way. 



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melin Releases A Limited-Edition Odyssey Hat With NASCAR Driver John Hunter Nemechek

As temperatures heat up this summer, so does melin’s collection of creative collaborations, this time teaming up once again with NASCAR Cup Series driver John Hunter Nemechek for a patriotic summer edition of the Odyssey Mindset HYDRO. Known for his no-nonsense approach on and off the track, Nemechek is back with another signature release following […]

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As temperatures heat up this summer, so does melin’s collection of creative collaborations, this time teaming up once again with NASCAR Cup Series driver John Hunter Nemechek for a patriotic summer edition of the Odyssey Mindset HYDRO. Known for his no-nonsense approach on and off the track, Nemechek is back with another signature release following his “Strictly Business” design, only now trading a blacked-out colorway for a red, white, and blue style that’s all about summertime motorsport spirit.

It’s a fitting nod to Nemechek’s roots and his current ride behind the wheel of the #42 Toyota Camry XSE for Legacy Motor Club. With 11 Xfinity Series wins and 13 in the Truck Series, the 27-year-old racer brings serious momentum and style to his growing collection of melin models. Built to handle everything from pit lane to poolside, the new Odyssey Mindset HYDRO is wrapped in a water-resistant exterior, sweat-proof interior, and that same comfort-first fit melin is known for.

On the inside, Nemechek’s racing influence shines through with hand-drawn details like personal JH logos, while the outside sports a fresh patriotic colorway and the words “All Throttle, All The Time, Chasin’ Clear Air” front and center. Every hat comes with a matching drawstring sack, perfect for stashing on race day or during a long weekend getaway. Casual race fans and collectors can shop the new limited-edition melin x John Hunter Nemechek hat by clicking the link below.

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. reacts to 2026 NASCAR schedule rumors, potentially breaks news

Dale Earnhardt Jr. took a closer look at what the 2026 NASCAR schedule could look like. On Dale Jr. Download, Earnhardt first talked about NASCAR potentially returning to Chicago since its contract is up with the city. “I can’t even imagine how much of a spiderweb the agreement or any future agreement or how to […]

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. took a closer look at what the 2026 NASCAR schedule could look like. On Dale Jr. Download, Earnhardt first talked about NASCAR potentially returning to Chicago since its contract is up with the city.

“I can’t even imagine how much of a spiderweb the agreement or any future agreement or how to even get down that path is for NASCAR in the city and all that s**t,” Dale Earnhardt Jr. said. “You don’t know who’s telling the truth about whether they really want to do this again or not. If they said tomorrow, ‘Yeah, there’s a new two-year deal or three-year deal, I wouldn’t be mad about it. The race itself is entertaining as s**t.”

Earnhardt went on to talk about what he likes about the Chicago Street race. He also revealed how NASCAR could add it to the 2026 schedule as it looks to have a road course race in San Diego.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares more rumors on 2026 NASCAR schedule

“I don’t know if they’ll go back. I hear that San Diego is going to take its place,” Earnahrdt stated. “There will be a street course in San Diego of some type. That is what will take Chicago’s place. It doesn’t mean that Chicago can’t still exist. Maybe Mexico City goes away, and Chicago shifts to a different part of the schedule, I don’t know. I think there’s a potential where you could see us racing at Chicago and San Diego, for sure. There’s a world where that exists.”

Earnhardt then shared something about what NASCAR won’t do in 2026 and which international city could host a race down the road. “I don’t think that they’re adding another road course,” he said. “Whatever the number is today, that will be the number next year, but I don’t know which race tracks it’s going to be. I’m feeling like the San Diego deal is done. People will say it’s not done, but I feel like it’s done.

“And then it’s like 50/50 between going back to Chicago or going back to Mexico City. Then you always have the hope that we get to Montreal again, and I think it’s NASCAR’s intention to get there. That might not happen next year.”

Earnhardt’s comments came as NASCAR announced news about the 2026 schedule. It was revealed on Wednesday that the Clash is set to return to Bowman Gray Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.



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Hendrick Motorsports Media Advance: Sonoma

Sonoma RacewaySunday, July 13, 20251.99-Mile Road Course3:30 PM ETLocation: Sonoma, CaliforniaTV: FoxEvent: NASCAR Cup Series (Race 20 of 36)RADIO: SiriusXM 5 KYLE LARSONAge: 32 (July 31, 1992)Hometown: Elk Grove, CaliforniaLast Week: 13th (Chicago Street Course)Crew Chief: Cliff DanielsStandings: 3rd No. 5 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet 2025 Cup Career Sonoma Races 19 385 10 Wins 3 32 2 […]

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Sonoma Raceway
Sunday, July 13, 2025
1.99-Mile Road Course
3:30 PM ET
Location: Sonoma, California
TV: Fox
Event: NASCAR Cup Series (Race 20 of 36)
RADIO: SiriusXM

5 KYLE LARSON
Age: 32 (July 31, 1992)
Hometown: Elk Grove, California
Last Week: 13th (Chicago Street Course)
Crew Chief: Cliff Daniels
Standings: 3rd

No. 5 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet

2025 Cup Career Sonoma
Races 19 385 10
Wins 3 32 2
Poles 1 22 4
Top 5 9 128 2
Top 10 12 194 4
Laps Led 851 10,107 113
Stage Wins 8 70 3
Average Finish 12.7 14.0 13.0
  • Kyle Larson comes home to race at Sonoma Raceway. The Elk Grove, California, native grew up approximately 80 miles from the raceway.
  • Larson ranks second among active drivers with the most NASCAR Cup Series road course wins (six). Hendrick Motorsports teammate Chase Elliott is the only driver with more (seven).
  • The 32-year-old is tied for the most road course wins in the Next Gen era with three.
  • Larson is tied for the second-most poles at Sonoma (four), trailing only Jeff Gordon (five)
  • The driver of the No. 5 HendrickCars.com Chevy has the best average all-time starting position (3.8) at Sonoma in 10 starts.
  • Larson and Denny Hamlin lead all drivers with nine top-five finishes in 2025.
  • Larson is ranked third in the points standings just 19 points behind teammate William Byron. He is projected first in the playoff standings.

9 CHASE ELLIOTT
Age: 29 (Nov. 28, 1995)
Hometown: Dawsonville, Georgia
Last week: 16th (Chicago Street Course)
Crew Chief: Alan Gustafson
Standings: 2nd

No. 9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet

2025 Cup Career Sonoma
Races 19 341 8
Wins 1 19 0
Poles 0 12 0
Top 5 6 110 4
Top 10 10 181 6
Laps Led 136 5,662 52
Stage Wins 0 38 0
Average Finish 10.6 12.8 11.1
  • Heading to Sonoma Raceway this weekend, Chase Elliott is second in the NASCAR Cup Series regular season points standings, 13 markers behind teammate William Byron.
  • Making his 341st Cup Series start last weekend at the Chicago Street Course, Elliott surpassed Dale Earnhardt Jr. as the driver with the fourth-most starts for Hendrick Motorsports.
  • Elliott’s average finish of 10.58 in 2025 leads the series and is also his second best all-time through a season’s first 19 races. He is the only driver to finish in the top 20 in every event so far. It’s the second straight season he’s headed into the 20th event having completed all but one lap.
  • The Dawsonville, Georgia, native has scored more points (155) than any other driver over the last four races. His average finish of 6.3 in that span is also tops.
  • Elliott has four consecutive top-10 finishes at Sonoma, tied for the longest active streak. He’s won at five road courses in his career, most of all drivers, but is still looking for his first win on the Napa Valley road course. He’s led laps in each of the last five Sonoma Cup Series events, tied for the record.
  • The 2020 Cup Series champion has the most road course wins among active drivers (seven) and the third all-time behind NASCAR Hall of Famers Jeff Gordon (nine) and Tony Stewart (eight). His average finish of 9.03 leads active drivers (minimum four starts).
  • In the Next Gen era on road courses, Elliott leads the series in top-five finishes (10), and his 12 top 10s are third most. His 147 laps led rank third and 610 points earned rank second.

24 WILLIAM BYRON
Age: 27 (Nov. 29, 1997)
Hometown: Charlotte, North Carolina
Last Week: 40th (Chicago Street Course)
Crew Chief: Rudy Fugle
Standings: 1st

No. 24 Valvoline Chevrolet

2025 Cup Career Sonoma
Races 19 271 6
Wins 1 14 0
Poles 2 15 0
Top 5 7 61 0
Top 10 10 114 1
Laps Led 769 3,747 26
Stage Wins 7 30 1
Average Finish 14.2 15.1 22.0
  • William Byron is in the midst of a career year, leading the NASCAR Cup Series points standings for 16 out of 19 weeks, including presently by 13 markers.
  • Through the same stretch of 19 races, the Charlotte, North Carolina, native has paced the field for 769 laps across 13 events, the most races with a lap led by a driver and second most laps total.
  • In the Next Gen era on road courses, Byron has two wins (fifth most), 138 laps led (fourth most) and has collected 542 points.
  • In the last 10 road course races, the 27-year-old has two wins, five top-five finishes and seven top 10s, all tied for the most. He also has led 110 laps in that same span, tied for the second most.

48 ALEX BOWMAN
Age: 32 (April 25, 1993)
Hometown: Tucson, Arizona
Last Week: 8th (Chicago Street Course)
Crew Chief: Blake Harris
Standings: 10th

No. 48 Ally Chevrolet

2025 Cup Career Sonoma
Races 19 344 8
Wins 0 8 0
Poles 2 7 0
Top 5 4 44 0
Top 10 10 106 2
Laps Led 157 1,525 0
Stage Wins 0 7 0
Average Finish 17.4 19.2 17.3
  • Alex Bowman sits 14th in the NASCAR Cup Series Playoff standings, holding a 39-point cushion above the elimination point.
  • The Tucson, Arizona, native has finished inside the top 10 in each of the last three road course races in 2025, making him one of only two drivers to do so.
  • Bowman’s average finish on road courses in 2025 is seventh, which ranks second among full-time drivers.
  • Bowman’s best finish across eight starts at Sonoma Raceway is ninth, achieved twice (2018, 2021).
  • In the Next Gen era, Bowman has accumulated six top-five finishes and nine top 10s on road courses.
  • With his eighth-place finish at Chicago, Bowman advanced to the third round of the NASCAR In-Season Tournament and will compete against Ty Dillon.
  • For this weekend’s Sonoma race, the Best Friends Animal shelter partner Friends of Upland Animal Shelter, in Sonoma, California.
  • Ally and HendrickCars.com are teaming up again to give fans the chance to win prizes with this year’s “Open Road Sweepstakes.” Fans can win VIP experiences at various races throughout the season and one lucky winner will hit the open road in a Chevy Silverado LT Trail Boss with an Airstream camper. Fans can stop by the Ally Fan Zone to enter the sweepstakes in-person and check out the camper. Fans can also enter at ally.com/sweepstakes/nascar.

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2025 All-Time Sonoma
Races 18 1,400 35
Wins 5 317* 8*
Poles 5 258* 10*
Top 5 26* 1,305* 36*
Top 10 42* 2,229* 63*
Laps Led 1,913* 84,225* 830*
Stage Wins 15* 130 5*

*Most all time
**Tied for most all time

  • With Alex Bowman’s eighth-place run at the Chicago Street Course on Sunday, Hendrick Motorsports remains the only organization to place at least one car in the top 10 of every event in 2025. That streak goes back 27 events to last season, the longest such run of any team in the Next Gen era.
  • The Hendrick Motorsports engine shop has won 15 combined poles (seven in the NASCAR Cup Series and eight in the Xfinity Series) and 16 combined races (five in the Cup Series, 10 in the Xfinity Series and the preseason Clash) this year. Its 39 victories in regular season Cup Series events are the most in the Next Gen era.
  • Hendrick Motorsports has led 1,913 laps through 19 events this year, accounting for 40% of all circuits completed in the Cup Series and more than any other team by 953.
  • Hendrick Motorsports enters this weekend’s race at Sonoma Raceway as the all-time leader in wins (eight), poles (10), top fives (36), top 10s (63) laps led (830) and stage wins (five).
  • Five of the last 10 road course races have gone to Hendrick Motorsports with Bowman, Kyle Larson (twice) and William Byron (twice) all winning in that span. Larson is the defending winner at Sonoma Raceway.

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Kyle Larson, driver of the No. 5 Chevrolet, on racing in his home state of California: “It’s always special to go back home. I love having friends and family at the track, especially the friends that don’t typically get to go to the track. We have dominated there in the past – hopefully we’ll be just as good and catch Jeff Gordon (on Sonoma Raceway’s all-time wins list). It will feel hotter in Sonoma with the race being in July. The pavement will be a little bit slicker. I personally prefer the race to be in July, more enjoyable for everyone that comes into town and experience Napa (California).”

Chase Elliott, driver of the No. 9 Chevrolet, on Sonoma Raceway: “Sonoma is a track I always enjoy going to. Last year, I thought that we had really good pace, and our road course program this season has been strong, so that gives me confidence heading into this weekend. This entire stretch of races coming up, really, I think could be good for us. We’re within reach of the regular season championship, so running well and maximizing points is going to be really important.”

William Byron, driver of the No. 24 Chevrolet, on the team as it heads to Sonoma Raceway: “It’s been a rough couple weeks for our No. 24 team. We can’t get down though. We’ve been fast at every track and just had something, both in and out of our control, happen. Hopefully this weekend can just be a smooth one so we can get back in the groove we were in. I know everyone on the team has the same mindset, and no one is giving up.”

Alex Bowman, driver of the No. 48 Chevrolet, on Sonoma Raceway: “Sonoma’s one of those places that really challenges you as a driver. It’s technical, it’s physical, and every lap you’re just trying to stay mistake-free. We are coming off of a solid race from Chicago. I feel like we got our bad luck out of the way and need to be consistent here on out to make sure that we stay off the cutoff line. We’re a team capable of winning it just hasn’t been in the cards for us yet.”



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