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The Star
8 hours ago
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- The Star
Basketball-WNBA's 'The Engine' Thomas gets fitting NASCAR tribute
An illustration shows a newly unveiled "The Engine" design with images of WNBA basketball player Alyssa Thomas for Castrol RFK Racing, in this handout rendering. Castrol and RFK Racing/Handout via REUTERS NEW YORK (Reuters) -WNBA MVP contender Alyssa Thomas will feature on the Dover Motor Speedway this weekend - though not behind the wheel - as her face graces the hood of RFK Racing driver Ryan Preece's No. 60 Castrol car. It is a fitting honour for the Phoenix Mercury guard nicknamed "The Engine" for her relentless drive on the court, as she earned her sixth selection for the WNBA All-Star Game on Saturday in Indianapolis. Preece will drive the car, which features the name and likeness for the league's all-time triple-double leader, in Sunday's Auto Trader EchoPark Automotive 400 in Dover and again a week later in the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. "Not many people can say that they designed a car and have their face on it. So I'm super appreciative of it," Thomas told Reuters. The collaboration connects one of the WNBA's biggest stars with a sport that has long carried a male-dominated reputation, from the driver's seat to the stands. Castrol said the project was designed to "bridge worlds". "It's an honour to have Alyssa Thomas' legacy and mindset represented on our No. 60 car. Her 'Engine' mentality is all about pushing limits and delivering under pressure," Preece said in a statement. The collaboration comes amid a surge of interest in the top-flight women's league, with TV viewership and attendance continuing to climb, and during another stellar year for Thomas. The 33-year-old was the face of the Connecticut Sun franchise for 11 years before her surprise move to Phoenix this year, where she quickly hit her stride and catapulted herself into the MVP conversation over the last few weeks. "I needed a change after 11 years in Connecticut. My heart wasn't there anymore. It was time for me to move on," said Thomas. "And credit to our organization of putting so many shooters around me." She hit the game-winning free throw in Monday's 78-77 win over the Golden State Valkyries and was averaging 15.4 points, 7.4 rebounds and 9.6 assists per game ahead of Wednesday's meeting with the Minnesota Lynx. "When we talked during free agency, they told me about the offense and how I would be able to do what I do," she said. "We're truly a family here." (Reporting by Amy Tennery in New YorkEditing by Christian Radnedge)
Straits Times
8 hours ago
- Automotive
- Straits Times
WNBA's 'The Engine' Thomas gets fitting NASCAR tribute
An illustration shows a newly unveiled \"The Engine\" design with images of WNBA basketball player Alyssa Thomas for Castrol RFK Racing, in this handout rendering. Castrol and RFK Racing/Handout via REUTERS NEW YORK - WNBA MVP contender Alyssa Thomas will feature on the Dover Motor Speedway this weekend - though not behind the wheel - as her face graces the hood of RFK Racing driver Ryan Preece's No. 60 Castrol car. It is a fitting honour for the Phoenix Mercury guard nicknamed "The Engine" for her relentless drive on the court, as she earned her sixth selection for the WNBA All-Star Game on Saturday in Indianapolis. Preece will drive the car, which features the name and likeness for the league's all-time triple-double leader, in Sunday's Auto Trader EchoPark Automotive 400 in Dover and again a week later in the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. "Not many people can say that they designed a car and have their face on it. So I'm super appreciative of it," Thomas told Reuters. The collaboration connects one of the WNBA's biggest stars with a sport that has long carried a male-dominated reputation, from the driver's seat to the stands. Castrol said the project was designed to "bridge worlds". "It's an honour to have Alyssa Thomas' legacy and mindset represented on our No. 60 car. Her 'Engine' mentality is all about pushing limits and delivering under pressure," Preece said in a statement. The collaboration comes amid a surge of interest in the top-flight women's league, with TV viewership and attendance continuing to climb, and during another stellar year for Thomas. The 33-year-old was the face of the Connecticut Sun franchise for 11 years before her surprise move to Phoenix this year, where she quickly hit her stride and catapulted herself into the MVP conversation over the last few weeks. "I needed a change after 11 years in Connecticut. My heart wasn't there anymore. It was time for me to move on," said Thomas. "And credit to our organization of putting so many shooters around me." She hit the game-winning free throw in Monday's 78-77 win over the Golden State Valkyries and was averaging 15.4 points, 7.4 rebounds and 9.6 assists per game ahead of Wednesday's meeting with the Minnesota Lynx. "When we talked during free agency, they told me about the offense and how I would be able to do what I do," she said. "We're truly a family here." REUTERS
Fox News
a day ago
- Automotive
- Fox News
2025 NASCAR Odds: Denny Hamlin, Kyle Larson Tied As Early Favorites For Dover
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Dover this weekend for the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 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 weekend at Sonoma, favorite Shane van Gisbergen got into victory lane, making it back-to-back wins for the No. 88 team. This week, Denny Hamlin and Kyle Larson are the early favorites at +500. Will one of them add another win to their resume, or will another driver capture the checkered flag? Let's dive into the odds at DraftKings Sportsbook as of July 15. Denny Hamlin: +500 (bet $10 to win $60 total)Kyle Larson: +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)Christopher Bell: +1000 (bet $10 to win $110 total)Chase Elliott: +1200 (bet $10 to win $130 total)Tyler Reddick: +1200 (bet $10 to win $130 total)Ross Chastain: +1200 (bet $10 to win $130 total)Chase Briscoe: +1600 (bet $10 to win $170 total)Alex Bowman: +2200 (bet $10 to win $230 total)Kyle Busch: +2200 (bet $10 to win $230 total)Chris Buescher: +2500 (bet $10 to win $260 total)Joey Logano: +2500 (bet $10 to win $260 total)Carson Hocevar: +2500 (bet $10 to win $260 total)Ty Gibbs: +2800 (bet $10 to win $290 total)Brad Keselowski: +3500 (bet $10 to win $360 total)Austin Cindric: +4500 (bet $10 to win $460 total)Ryan Preece: +5500 (bet $10 to win $560 total)Josh Berry: +5500 (bet $10 to win $560 total)Erik Jones: +6000 (bet $10 to win $610 total)AJ Allmendinger: +6000 (bet $10 to win $610 total)Bubba Wallace: +6500 (bet $10 to win $660 total)Ricky Stenhouse Jr.: +9000 (bet $10 to win $910 total)Shane van Gisbergen: +10000 (bet $10 to win $1,010 total)Daniel Suarez: +13000 (bet $10 to win $1,310 total)Michael McDowell: +15000 (bet $10 to win $1,510 total)Noah Gragson: +17000 (bet $10 to win $1,710 total)Cole Custer: +20000 (bet $10 to win $2,010 total)Zane Smith: +20000 (bet $10 to win $2,010 total)Justin Haley: +20000 (bet $10 to win $2,010 total)John Hunter Nemechek: +20000 (bet $10 to win $2,010 total)Austin Dillon: +25000 (bet $10 to win $2,510 total)Ty Dillon: +25000 (bet $10 to win $2,510 total)Todd Gilliland: +25000 (bet $10 to win $2,510 total)Riley Herbst: +50000 (bet $10 to win $5,010 total)Cody Ware: +100000 (bet $10 to win $10,010 total)Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account, and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily!
Fox Sports
a day ago
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- Fox Sports
2025 NASCAR Odds: Denny Hamlin, Kyle Larson Tied As Early Favorites For Dover
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Dover this weekend for the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 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 weekend at Sonoma, favorite Shane van Gisbergen got into victory lane, making it back-to-back wins for the No. 88 team. This week, Denny Hamlin and Kyle Larson are the early favorites at +500. Will one of them add another win to their resume, or will another driver capture the checkered flag? Let's dive into the odds at DraftKings Sportsbook as of July 15. AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 Denny Hamlin : +500 (bet $10 to win $60 total) Kyle Larson : +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) Christopher Bell : +1000 (bet $10 to win $110 total) Chase Elliott: +1200 (bet $10 to win $130 total) Tyler Reddick : +1200 (bet $10 to win $130 total) Ross Chastain : +1200 (bet $10 to win $130 total) Chase Briscoe : +1600 (bet $10 to win $170 total) Alex Bowman : +2200 (bet $10 to win $230 total) Kyle Busch : +2200 (bet $10 to win $230 total) Chris Buescher : +2500 (bet $10 to win $260 total) Joey Logano : +2500 (bet $10 to win $260 total) Carson Hocevar : +2500 (bet $10 to win $260 total) Ty Gibbs : +2800 (bet $10 to win $290 total) Brad Keselowski : +3500 (bet $10 to win $360 total) Austin Cindric : +4500 (bet $10 to win $460 total) Ryan Preece : +5500 (bet $10 to win $560 total) Josh Berry : +5500 (bet $10 to win $560 total) Erik Jones : +6000 (bet $10 to win $610 total) AJ Allmendinger : +6000 (bet $10 to win $610 total) Bubba Wallace : +6500 (bet $10 to win $660 total) Ricky Stenhouse Jr. : +9000 (bet $10 to win $910 total) Shane van Gisbergen : +10000 (bet $10 to win $1,010 total) Daniel Suarez : +13000 (bet $10 to win $1,310 total) Michael McDowell : +15000 (bet $10 to win $1,510 total) Noah Gragson : +17000 (bet $10 to win $1,710 total) Cole Custer : +20000 (bet $10 to win $2,010 total) Zane Smith : +20000 (bet $10 to win $2,010 total) Justin Haley : +20000 (bet $10 to win $2,010 total) John Hunter Nemechek : +20000 (bet $10 to win $2,010 total) Austin Dillon : +25000 (bet $10 to win $2,510 total) Ty Dillon : +25000 (bet $10 to win $2,510 total) Todd Gilliland : +25000 (bet $10 to win $2,510 total) Riley Herbst : +50000 (bet $10 to win $5,010 total) Cody Ware : +100000 (bet $10 to win $10,010 total) Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account , and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! recommended Item 1 of 1 Get more from the NASCAR Cup Series Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more
Fox Sports
a day ago
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- Fox Sports
AUTO RACING: Van Gisbergen goes back-to-back in NASCAR and Palou stays on top in IndyCar
Associated Press All Times Eastern NASCAR CUP SERIES Challenge Round 4 - AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 Site: Dover, Delaware. Track: Dover Motor Speedway. Race distance: 400 laps, 400 miles. Schedule: Saturday, practice, 1:30 p.m., qualifying, 2:40 p.m.; Sunday, race, 3:30 p.m. (TNT and MAX). Last year: While leading the final 72 laps, Denny Hamlin held off a late surge from Kyle Larson, earning him his 54th career win. Last race: Shane van Gisbergen secured his third win of the season, leading 97 of 110 laps with a dominate performance in Sonoma. Next race: July 27, Speedway, Indiana. Online: NASCAR XFINITY SERIES BetRivers 200 Site: Dover, Delaware. Track: Dover Motor Speedway. Race distance: 200 laps, 200 miles. Schedule: Friday, practice, 4 p.m., qualifying, 5:05 p.m.; Saturday, race, 4:30 p.m. (CW). Last year: Ryan Truex took the lead and the white flag from Carson Kvapil in double overtime giving him his first series victory of the season. Last race: Connor Zilisch blocked a surging teammate Shane Van Gisbergen late to maintain the lead and secure the win in Sonoma. Next race: July 26, Speedway, Indiana. Online: NASCAR CRAFTSMAN TRUCK SERIES Last race: Pole sitter Corey Heim locked in his fifth win of the season while dominating 99 out of 100 laps at Lime Rock Park. Next race: July 25, Indianapolis. Online: FORMULA ONE Last race: Lando Norris scored his first victory at his home race in Silverstone after capitalizing on teammate Piastri's 10-second penalty amidst a safety-car restart. Next race: July 26, Stavelot, Belgium. Online: INDYCAR Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto Site: Toronto. Track: Streets of Toronto. Race distance: 275 laps, 245.85 miles. Schedule: Friday, practice, 3 p.m.; Saturday, practice, 10:30, qualifying, 2:30 p.m.; Sunday, warmup, 8:30 a.m., race, noon (FOX). Last year: Colton Herta firmly led all but four laps to secure the win in a chaotic race that saw numerous incidents and cautions flags. Last race: Alex Palou further secured his place atop the standings, following a win in Iowa that saw Palou snatch the lead late with 11 to go. Next race: July 27, Monterey, California. Online: NHRA DRAG RACING Muckleshoot Casino Resort NHRA Northwest Nationals Site: Kent, Washington. Track: Pacific Raceways. Race distance: 1/4 mile. Schedule: Friday, qualifying, 9:15 p.m.; Saturday, qualifying, 12:30 p.m., qualifying, 2:45 p.m., qualifying, 5:30 p.m.; Sunday, race, 4:30 p.m. (FOX). Next race: July 27, Sonoma, California. Online: WORLD OF OUTLAWS Knight Before the Kings Royal 42nd Kings Royal Next race: July 23 - 28. Online: _____ AP auto racing: recommended Item 1 of 1
