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Zac Brown Band and HendrickCars.com to rock NASCAR playoffs with ‘Stone Skull’ paint scheme

CONCORD, N.C. – Zac Brown Band and HendrickCars.com are teaming with Hendrick Motorsports for a show-stopping presence in the NASCAR playoffs to promote the group’s just-announced 2025 limited engagement at Sphere Las Vegas. The collaboration will feature a special paint scheme on Kyle Larson’s No. 5 Chevrolet during the Oct. 12 Cup Series race at Las […]

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CONCORD, N.C. – Zac Brown Band and HendrickCars.com are teaming with Hendrick Motorsports for a show-stopping presence in the NASCAR playoffs to promote the group’s just-announced 2025 limited engagement at Sphere Las Vegas. The collaboration will feature a special paint scheme on Kyle Larson’s No. 5 Chevrolet during the Oct. 12 Cup Series race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

Zac Brown Band will perform at Sphere Las Vegas on Dec. 5, 6, 12 and 13 to coincide with the release of their seventh full-length studio album, “Love and Fear.” Known for fusing country, rock and Southern roots, the multi-platinum, GRAMMY® Award-winning group’s immersive live shows will be elevated by Sphere’s state-of-the-art technology and storytelling capabilities that deliver a concert experience like no other.

The No. 5 Zac Brown Band HendrickCars.com Chevrolet will feature the band’s signature “Stone Skull” logo on the hood with a matte black and gold chrome color palette. Primary sponsor HendrickCars.com will remain prominently featured on the car.

“Hitting the track with Hendrick Motorsports and Kyle Larson is a badass way to get the word out about our shows at Sphere,” said Zac Brown, frontman and lead vocalist of Zac Brown Band. “Mr. H has been an awesome friend for many years, and we’re thrilled to have this opportunity with his team. These performances are going to be unlike anything we’ve ever done – and this car is just a preview of the spirit we’re bringing to Vegas.”

Hendrick Motorsports fans can access an exclusive presale offer for Zac Brown Band’s Sphere Las Vegas concerts at www.zacbrownband.com using the promo code “HENDRICK” from 1 p.m. ET on Wednesday, July 23, to 1 a.m. ET on Friday, July 25. Tickets will be available to the general public beginning Friday, July 25.

“Zac and the band are great friends of our organization,” said Rick Hendrick, owner of Hendrick Motorsports and chairman and CEO of Hendrick Automotive Group. “They always put on an incredible show, and I personally can’t wait to see what they come up with at Sphere – it’s going to be unbelievable. There’s a natural connection between the energy of rock and roll and the intensity of NASCAR. Las Vegas is one of Kyle’s best tracks, and we hope to deliver a performance for our fans that matches what the band brings to theirs.”

Larson, 32, has been dominant at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The Elk Grove, California, native is a three-time winner on the 1.5-mile oval and has led 690 laps there. The 2021 NASCAR Cup Series champion has gone to victory lane twice in his last four starts at the track.

“It’s always cool when two different worlds come together like this,” Larson said. “The paint scheme has a killer edge to it. I’m pumped to take something to Vegas that our No. 5 team fans and Zac Brown Band fans will all be excited about. I love that HendrickCars.com wanted to make this collaboration happen and is going all in. It’ll be a lot of fun.”

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Connor Zilisch suffers broken collarbone in shocking fall while celebrating win

The 19-year-old won a wild NASCAR Xfinity race at Watkins Glen, but the celebrations did not last long as he fell from his car in Victory Lane. Zilisch appeared to slip on the window net, falling forward in a frightening moment. His foot got caught as he fell down onto the ground. While he was […]

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August 10, 2025

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The 19-year-old won a wild NASCAR Xfinity race at Watkins Glen, but the celebrations did not last long as he fell from his car in Victory Lane.

Zilisch appeared to slip on the window net, falling forward in a frightening moment. His foot got caught as he fell down onto the ground. While he was awake and alert, medical personnel took him from Victory Lane on a stretcher. He was transported by ambulance to the infield care center, and later a local hospital for further evaluation.

In a post at 9:19pm EST, Zilisch revealed that he suffered a broken collarbone in the fall, but thankfully, CT scans for his head were clear.

“Thank you everybody for reaching out today,” said Zilisch. “I’m out of the hospital and getting better already. Thankfully, CT scans for my head are clear, I just have a broken collarbone. Thankful for all the medics for quick attention and grateful it wasn’t any worse.”

Connor Zilisch taken away via stretcher, JR Motorsports Chevrolet

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Trackhouse withdraws #87 from Cup race

Zilisch was supposed to be pulling triple duty this weekend, including the Cup race on Sunday. He qualified 25th for that race, driving the No. 87 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet with sponsorship from Red Bull. Trackhouse has since withdrawn its fourth entry from Sunday’s Cup race.

The next Xfinity Series race is at Daytona International Speedway, but that is still two weeks away. Of note, Zilisch currently leads the standings, just seven points clear of his teammate, Justin Allgaier. Just three races remain in the regular season.

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Connor Zilisch suffers broken collarbone in victory lane fall; Trackhouse withdraws his Cup car

WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. — Trackhouse Racing has withdrawn Connor Zilisch’s car from Sunday’s Cup race at Watkins Glen after the driver suffered a broken collarbone in a victory lane fall after his Xfinity Series win. Zilisch stated on social media that he suffered a broken collarbone. He also stated that CT scans of his head […]

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August 10, 2025

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Zilisch stated on social media that he suffered a broken collarbone. He also stated that CT scans of his head were clear.

“Thankful for all the medics for quick attention and grateful it wasn’t any worse,” Zilisch wrote on social media.

Zilisch fell off his car in victory lane after winning his series-high sixth Xfinity race of the season. He was placed on a backboard and had a neck brace when he was loaded into an ambulance to go to the infield care center.

He later was transported to a local hospital. JR Motorsports stated at 9:16 p.m. ET Saturday that Zilisch had been released from the hospital.

The 19-year-old Zilisch was scheduled to have driven the No. 87 car for Trackhouse Racing in Sunday’s Cup race (coverage begins at 1:30 p.m. ET on USA Network). It was to have been his fourth Cup start of the season. He qualified 25th.

Zilisch leads the Xfinity Series points with three races left in the regular season. He leads JR Motorsports teammate Justin Allgaier by seven points. The series is off next weekend. The next Xfinity race will be Aug. 22 at Daytona International Speedway.

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Slush Motorsport Festival Roars Into Nashville Speedway

photo from Slush Motorsports Buckle up, Nashville. The Slush Motorsports Festival is back at Nashville Superspeedway on Saturday, September 13th, and it’s bringing serious horsepower to the track! This high-octane celebration of motorsports and custom car culture is set to feature top-tier racing talent alongside one of the region’s most exciting car shows—presented by Elite […]

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August 10, 2025

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Buckle up, Nashville. The Slush Motorsports Festival is back at Nashville Superspeedway on Saturday, September 13th, and it’s bringing serious horsepower to the track! This high-octane celebration of motorsports and custom car culture is set to feature top-tier racing talent alongside one of the region’s most exciting car shows—presented by Elite Customs of Franklin, TN.

“Elite Customs is thrilled to be a proud sponsor of the annual Slush Motorsports event,” said Rich McClellan, owner of Elite Customs. “Attendees are going to love every aspect—from the incredible cars on display to the wheel-to-wheel racing. I’m especially looking forward to judging the car show and seeing the creativity and craftsmanship up close.”
The Slush Motorsports Car Show, powered by Elite Customs, will showcase vehicles across 35+ categories, including imports, domestics, exotics, classics, muscle cars, trucks, Jeeps, motorcycles, and more. All makes and models are welcome, and one standout will take home the coveted Best in Show award. Attendees can view hundreds of stunning custom builds and vote for their favorites.

Car show participants can also take their builds on track with a driver’s pass, allowing access to high-speed driving experiences. Spectators and drivers alike will enjoy a full day of action, including drag and roll racing, autocross, drifting, hot laps, and 2-step competitions.

“Elite Customs is all about quality, precision, and passion,” says Slush Motorsports CEO Philip Thomas. “That’s why they’re the perfect partner to present the car show. Their builds speak for themselves. They truly understand the dedication it takes to create a show-worthy car. Elite Customs shares our passion for the community, craftsmanship, and the culture of motorsports.”

The festival is a playground for car lovers and adrenaline junkies alike. Professional driver appearances include Formula Drift Drivers Connor O’Sully, Hooman Rahimi and Alex Lichliter, all hitting the track. Other attractions include “Big Kid Energy” drift carts, Podium1’s state-of-the-art SIM racing rigs, a car stereo competition and the Cookeville Hobbies RC drift course, where attendees can bring their own RC cars to join the fun.

For event details, schedules, tickets, and more, visit SlushMotorsports.com.

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Results, winner of Cup Series race at Watkins Glen

Daytona Motor Mouths: William Byron makes it to gas station in Iowa Ken and Chris review William Byron’s Iowa win and Bristol’s MLB Speedway Classic, present a Jeff Gordon show-and-tell and preview Watkins Glen. Shane van Gisbergen struck again. The NASCAR Cup Series’ road-course ace did Sunday, Aug. 10, what he’s done all season. He […]

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Shane van Gisbergen struck again.

The NASCAR Cup Series’ road-course ace did Sunday, Aug. 10, what he’s done all season. He dominated a road race. Van Gisbergen won the Go Bowling at the Glen, giving him his fourth victory of the season. All four have come in the last two months.

SVG led 38 of the 90 laps. The margin between first and second place: 11 seconds.

His triumph also ensured NASCAR will not fill its 16 playoff spots with winners. At least one driver will make it on points.

Christopher Bell and Chris Buescher rounded out the top three at Watkins Glen. Here is the full lineup.

NASCAR standings: Results of Cup Series race at Watkins Glen

Shane van Gisbergen, No. 88
Christopher Bell, No. 20
Chris Buescher, No. 17
William Byron, No. 24
Chase Briscoe, No. 19
Ryan Blaney, No. 12
Daniel Suarez, No. 99
Bubba Wallace, No. 23
Tyler Reddick, No. 45
Ross Chastain, No. 1
AJ Allmendinger, No. 16
Erik Jones, No. 43
Ryan Preece, No. 60
Joey Logano, No. 22
Austin Dillon, No. 3
Austin Cindric, No. 2
Zane Smith, No. 38
Carson Hocevar, No. 77
Michael McDowell, No. 71
Alex Bowman, No. 48
Noah Gragson, No. 4
Kyle Busch, No. 8
Ricky Stenhouse Jr., No. 47
Riley Herbst, No. 35
Denny Hamlin, No. 11
Chase Elliott, No. 9
Justin Haley, No. 7
Todd Gilliland, No. 34
Cody Ware, No. 51
Ty Dillon, No. 10
Brad Keselowski, No. 6
John Hunter Nemecheck, No. 42
Ty Gibbs, No. 54
Cole Custer, No. 41
Josh Berry, No. 21
Katherine Legge, No. 78
Josh Bilicki, No. 66
JJ Yeley, No. 44
Kyle Larson, No. 5

(This story was updated to add more information.)

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NASCAR playoff standings today: William Byron stretches points lead at Watkins Glen; Alex Bowman maintains bubble cushion

WATKINS GLEN, N.Y – By virtue of a solid, fourth-place run and nine stage points at Watkins Glen International on Sunday, William Byron extended his advantage atop the NASCAR Cup Series regular season points standings. Byron entered with an 18-point lead over Hendrick Motorsports teammate Chase Elliott and kept his No. 24 RAPTOR Chevrolet clean all event […]

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WATKINS GLEN, N.Y – By virtue of a solid, fourth-place run and nine stage points at Watkins Glen International on Sunday, William Byron extended his advantage atop the NASCAR Cup Series regular season points standings.

Byron entered with an 18-point lead over Hendrick Motorsports teammate Chase Elliott and kept his No. 24 RAPTOR Chevrolet clean all event long in stretching that advantage to 42 markers. Just two races remain in the regular season with stops at Richmond Raceway and Daytona International Speedway left.

Elliott, who came home 26th on Sunday, still has time to cut into that lead. Kyle Larson continues to lead the way for Hendrick Motorsports in the Cup Series playoff standings. His three wins have him in a tie for third with Christopher Bell.

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Finally, Alex Bowman continued to maintain a healthy margin to the playoff cutline now 60 points up in 15th place.

Here’s a look at the NASCAR playoff standings through 24 races in the 2025 season:

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Watkins Glen Results: August 10, 2025 (NASCAR Cup Series)

NASCAR race results from Watkins Glen International NASCAR Cup Series drivers are on the grid in Watkins Glen, New York. The 2.45-mile road course of Watkins Glen International is set to host the Go Bowling at the Glen. View Watkins Glen results for the NASCAR Cup Series below. Watkins Glen MenuARCA: Prac/Qual | RaceTruck: Prac/Qual | RaceXfinity: Prac/Qual | RaceCup: Prac/Qual | Race TV Schedule for […]

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NASCAR race results from Watkins Glen International

NASCAR Cup Series drivers are on the grid in Watkins Glen, New York. The 2.45-mile road course of Watkins Glen International is set to host the Go Bowling at the Glen.

View Watkins Glen results for the NASCAR Cup Series below.

Watkins Glen Menu
ARCA: Prac/Qual | Race
Truck: Prac/Qual | Race
Xfinity: Prac/Qual | Race
Cup: Prac/Qual | Race

TV Schedule for Watkins Glen

Ryan Blaney and Shane van Gisbergen set the front row. 90 laps of stock car racing are up next…

Watkins Glen
Stage 1 – Report

Laps: 20 (1-20 / 90)

Green flag, they side-by-side into turn one. Blaney outbrakes him but van Gisbergen crosses under him into turn two. Blaney holds him off as they roll up the hill.

Lap 6, Kyle Larson spins into turn one. “I have no brakes,” Larson says over the radio as he heads for the pit lane.

2 to go in stage one, Blaney and van Gisbergen pit in tandem. Blaney wins the race to the pit exit.

Chris Buescher stays out and he takes the stage one win!

Watkins Glen Results (Stage 1) : 1. Chris Buescher; 2. Alex Bowman; 3. Ryan Preece; 4. Chase Elliott; 5. John Hunter Nemechek; 6. Ricky Stenhouse Jr; 7. Ryan Blaney; 8. Shane van Gisbergen; 9. Chase Briscoe; 10. Cody Ware

Chris Buescher - Watkins Glen International - NASCAR Cup Series — Credit: WATKINS GLEN, NEW YORK – AUGUST 10: Chris Buescher, driver of the #17 BuildSubmarines.com Ford, and Tyler Reddick, driver of the #45 The Beast Toyota, race during the NASCAR Cup Series Go Bowling at The Glen at Watkins Glen International on August 10, 2025 in Watkins Glen, New York. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Watkins Glen
Stage 2 – Report

Laps: 20 (21-40 / 90)

Alex Bowman pits from 2nd as Chris Buescher stays out.

Green flag on stage two, Preece clears Buescher before turn one. Shane van Gisbergen makes it three wide for 3rd, he’s coming to the front on fresh tires.

Shane van Gisbergen run three wide for 2nd into the bustop! He takes 2nd away but he’s not done. He dives inside of Preece into turn six. Shane van Gisbergen takes the lead away in just one lap.

Lap 28, Ty Gibbs tags the bumper of Josh Berry exiting turn five. Berry tags the wall, no caution.

Chase Elliott heads for the pit lane. Moments later, the caution is out from debris.

Green, van Gisbergen clears Blaney in turn one to hold the race lead.

3 to go in stage two, van Gisbergen pits from the lead.

1 to go in stage two, Ty Gibbs shoves John Hunter Nemechek into the carousel wall! He keeps it rolling, no caution.

Ryan Blaney stays out and he wins stage two at WGI!

Watkins Glen Results (Stage 2) : 1. Ryan Blaney; 2. William Byron; 3. Christopher Bell; 4. AJ Allmendinger; 5. Brad Keselowski; 6. Riley Herbst; 7. Alex Bowman; 8. Ricky Stenhouse Jr; 9. Ty Gibbs; 10. Ryan Preece

Ryan Blaney at Watkins Glen International - NASCAR Cup Series — Credit: WATKINS GLEN, NEW YORK – AUGUST 10: Ryan Blaney, driver of the #12 Menards/Richmond Water Heaters Ford, drives during the NASCAR Cup Series Go Bowling at The Glen at Watkins Glen International on August 10, 2025 in Watkins Glen, New York. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

Watkins Glen
Stage 3 – Report

Laps: 50 (41-90 / 90)

Green flag on stage three, Blaney gets the jump and he clears Byron before the flagstand.

Lap 45, Kyle Busch is turned around in turn 7 as Denny Hamlin and Ross Chastain were three wide, no caution.

Lap 54, Shane van Gisbergen has a run on Blaney out of the carousel. He dives inside into turn six and with fresher tires, he drives right by. Shane van Gisbergen returns to the lead.

29 to go

29 to go, Shane van Gisbergen leads Ross Chastain by 19 seconds. The green flag pit cycle is underway.

27 to go, race leader van Gisbergen and Chastain head for the pit lane.

25 to go, Daniel Suarez shoves Kyle Busch off track as they run side-by-side in the bus stop. No caution as Busch keeps it rolling.

16 to go, Brad Keselowski is the last car to pit. Shane van Gisbergen cycles back to the race lead. Chris Buescher and William Byron trail by 2 seconds.

10 to go, van Gisbergen leads Buescher by 4 seconds. He’s driving away.

6 to go, Brad Keselowski picks up a flat tire, no caution.

1 to go, Bell has a run on Buescher into the bus stop. Bell clears him and takes 2nd away.

Shane van Gisbergen wins at Watkins Glen International!