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NBC Sports
2 days ago
- Automotive
- NBC Sports
What to watch for in today's NASCAR Cup race at Dover
The race for the final Cup playoff spot continues today at Dover Motor Speedway. Here is what to watch for in today's 400-lap race. Kyle Busch on a roll Kyle Busch has scored back-to-back top-10 finishes and cut 35 points off his deficit to the playoff cutline. He enters today's race 37 points behind Bubba Wallace, who holds the final playoff spot. Busch finished fourth in last year's race at this 1-mile high-banked concrete track. Busch's focus is on ending his 77-race winless drought, but he knows another good performance could close his gap to the cutline. 'Points take care of themselves when you run good,' said Busch, who starts 10th. 'Results are what matters. Being able to get stage points and being able to get good finishes will all equate to higher point totals and you not having to look at the sheet. So obviously with a 'win and you're in,' you really don't have to pay any attention to it. 'That's certainly on our radar right now. We've had a couple of good weeks where we've made up some of the deficit. I feel like there is potential and opportunity for us to continue that way, and we want to continue to climb that way and put ourselves above the cut for making the playoffs.' Also looking to make a move is Ryan Preece. He enters today's race three points behind Wallace for the final playoff spot. Preece starts today's race 11th. Wallace starts 22nd. A new tire Goodyear brought a new tire to Dover and teams didn't get any track time Saturday with practice and qualifying canceled by rain. That will present a challenge for competitors in today's race. 'I think all we can really do at this point is just try and dissect any similarities that the tire this weekend might have to a change that we've maybe already seen throughout the year,' said Chase Elliott, who will start on the pole. 'Really just make your best guess off of the information that you have in front of you with that. I feel like that stuff is always a little bit of an educated guess when you're coming to these places for the first time.' In-Season Challenge The NASCAR In-Season Challenge is down to the final four drivers. Tyler Reddick goes against Ty Gibbs. John Hunter Nemechek faces Ty Dillon. Said Reddick of his matchup with Gibbs: 'It does feel like every time I've been at Dover since Ty has been in the Cup Series, I can at least see him on the track when I'm making laps, and yeah, last year, I finished directly behind him –- so I feel like that is going to continue. I feel like we are going to be around each other a lot this weekend. Hopefully, we will have some good hard racing.' The winners of both matchups advance to next week's finals at Indianapolis with $1 million to the champion. Watch pit road Dover has one of the tightest pit roads on the circuit. That can lead to issues between competitors. Last year's race had only one pit road speeding penalty but the previous three Cup races at Dover averaged eight pit road speeding penalties. Pit road speed is 35 mph.
Perth Now
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Van Gisbergen rivals can breathe easier in Dover
Fans of other NASCAR drivers can find solace that Shane van Gisbergen, who has travelled halfway around the world to dominate the Cup Series for three of the past five weeks, likely won't make it four of six. That's because the drivers are heading to Dover Motor Speedway for Sunday's AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 at the challenging, one-mile concrete venue in Dover. It follows more than a month of Down Under destruction on the road courses by New Zealand's SVG, who won three times and vaulted to third in the playoff standings with his win at Sonama. However, the Trackhouse Racing driver has only been a blip on the radar outside of road courses, recording only four finishes inside the top 20, including a pair of 20th-place showings, with a season-best 14th at Charlotte. This is the lone stop in the nation's first state. The last two-race season at Dover was in 2020 with back-to-back 311-lap events won by Denny Hamlin and Kevin Harvick on consecutive days to lessen travel during COVID. Now there's just one frightening visit to the track ominously called "The Monster Mile" because of its 24-degree banking, self-cleaning wrecks as cars slide down to the apron, and gruelling 400 laps, though it was an even worse 500 until Dover's second race in 1997. The past four winners in Delaware since 2020 include a pair of Chevrolet and Toyota drivers each - bowtie wheelmen Alex Bowman and Chase Elliott and Camry pilots Martin Truex Jr. and Hamlin, respectively. Bowman's 2021 triumph was historic as he led Hendrick Motorsports to a 1-2-3-4 finish, marking just the fourth time ever in NASCAR that a quartet of teammates captured the top spots. Last season in late April, after earlier winning on the Bristol and Richmond short tracks, Hamlin started sixth after seeing Kyle Busch earn the pole and beat Hendrick Motorsports' Kyle Larson by 0.256 seconds for his 54th career win. Earlier that week on his podcast, Hamlin had basically called his shot by saying he expected to win, then went ahead and did just that. "You'd better win if you're going to open your mouth, that's for sure," the Joe Gibbs Racing driver said after leading a race-high 136 laps in his No.11. However, the victory was the last of 2024 for Hamlin as he went without checkers from May through November. The Tampa-born Hamlin is one of three drivers in Sunday's field who holds multiple Dover victories. The defending winner has won twice along with Elliott, while Busch won in 2008, 2010 and 2017. With 12 different winners possessing playoff positions, the winless Busch stepped it up last Sunday at Sonoma by finishing 10th and gaining nine points on the cut line, which has Bubba Wallace sitting in 16th. Wallace was not in contention to beat van Gisbergen, a three-time Supercars champion and Bathurst 1000 winner, at Sonoma - no one was, really - but he did gain one point on 17th-place Ryan Preece by accumulating 15 stage points as he stayed out on long runs.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
'All it takes is Kyle Busch leaving': Kyle Busch's exit could reshape the grid, says NASCAR veteran
It could take just one move to overturn the whole of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series lineup and Kyle Busch is the starting point of that move, according to veteran Corey LaJoie. Busch has extended his contract with Richard Childress Racing until 2026, however the future is not certain as it might appear. He's in the middle of one of the longest winless streaks of his career, almost 70 races, with just two top-five finishes and six top-10s so far in 2025. He's also outside the Playoff picture for this season. The Next Gen car has been a problem for Busch and he has cited before the lack of practice in NASCAR as contributing to it. RCR says Busch is staying, though, but things could still change. And according to NASCAR veteran Corey LaJoie, it wouldn't take much to cause a major shift in the garage. 'Some big dominoes are going to fall,' LaJoie said on Stacking Pennies. 'It just takes Kyle Busch leaving, plugging Suárez in.' Also Read:: Jimmie Johnson's NASCAR team just scored a massive multi-year deal with $22billion retail giant Could Kyle Busch's exit be the domino that reshapes the grid? When Busch signed his extension, it quieted the exit rumors, at least temporarily. But as LaJoie pointed out, NASCAR contracts aren't always set in stone. With the right legal moves, Busch could leave before 2026. That would open up the №8 Chevy and Suárez could be first in line for it. 'He hasn't exhibited that speed. But the truth of the matter is he hasn't had the success over the last three or four years that we're accustomed to seeing from Kyle Busch,' said NASCAR analyst Jeff Burton, reflecting on Busch's decline amid younger drivers passing him by. And if that seat opens, Daniel Suárez makes a lot of sense. Even before Busch rumors picked up, Suárez's place at Trackhouse was already looking uncertain. The team confirmed recently that he'll be leaving after 2025. Why the shift? It likely comes down to 18-year-old Connor Zilisch. He hasn't officially been announced as the next driver of the №99, but he's clearly the favorite. Zilisch already has wins in ARCA, Xfinity, and Truck, and he's gotten Cup experience through Project91. At 33, Suárez, former Xfinity champ, still has strong ties to Chevrolet and a valuable presence as a bilingual driver with a loyal fanbase. What he wants now is a solid, competitive ride, and Busch leaving could give him just that. And if Busch steps away, Suárez would be a natural fit for Richard Childress Racing. If Busch stays, Suárez's options may be less ideal. He might have to look at mid-level Cup teams, consider a return to Xfinity, or wait for openings at places like Front Row or 23XI. But none of those routes carries the same upside as a Busch departure. Everything could hinge on Kyle Busch's next move. If he decides to walk, or RCR decides to cut ties early, it would open the door for Suárez, speed up Trackhouse's youth movement, and kick off a much bigger shift across the Cup Series. Also Read:: NASCAR gives its verdict: No Penalty for Ross Chastain after Joey Logano demands action Related Headlines 'Does he deserve to earn more than Wemby?' Kyrie Irving offers spicy take on Stephen A. Smith's ESPN salary NFL reporter shares what Terry McLaurin wants in new contract, issues with Washington Commanders NBA reporter reveals which team 'all signs pointing to' Bradley Beal signing with WWE legend reacts to Kyle Larson copying his iconic signature celebration
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Germany's two biggest technology companies are unhappy with EU's AI regulations; call it 'Toxic' for ...
Two of the biggest technology companies in Germany has raised alarm over the European Union's AI regulations. Top executives of Siemens and SAP have slammed EU's AI Act, blaming it for Europe lagging behind. The CEOs of Siemens and SAP have called on the European Union (EU) to overhaul its artificial intelligence regulations, arguing that the current framework is stifling technological innovation, according to an interview with the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung. EU' AI Act governs how companies handle consumer and corporate data. Siemens CEO Roland Busch and SAP CEO Christian Klein slammed the EU's AI Act, which became law last year to ensure that AI systems are safe, transparent, and respect fundamental rights. The legislation categorizes AI applications by risk, imposing specific security and transparency requirements on providers. However, Busch argued that the Act is a significant factor in Europe's lag in AI development, compounded by overlapping and contradictory regulations. "The EU's regulatory approach is holding back progress," Busch told the newspaper. He also described the EU's Data Act as "toxic" for digital business models. Siemens and SAP mum on American companies letter to EU by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Most Successful Way of Intraday Trading is "Market Profile" TradeWise Learn More Undo While companies like Google and Meta recently urged Brussels to delay the AI rules in a letter, Busch declined to support their letter, stating it did not address the core issues. Klein, meanwhile, cautioned against merely replicating U.S. strategies focused on heavy infrastructure investments. "Infrastructure shortages are not the main barrier in Europe," Klein said. "The real issue is unlocking the potential of our data. "Busch echoed this sentiment, noting, "We are sitting on a treasure trove of data in Europe, but we are not yet able to tap into it. It's not access to computing capacity that we're lacking, but the release of resources." Both CEOs urged the EU to reform data regulations before prioritizing investments in data centers, emphasizing the need for a regulatory framework that fosters rather than hinders technological advancement. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Newsweek
14-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Cubs May Have Unlocked Secret Weapon Leadoff Hitter
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Chicago Cubs almost certainly remember Anthony Rizzo's flaming hot streak in the leadoff spot in the order. Former manager Joe Maddon experimented with Rizzo at the top and it paid off to the tune of four straight games with a leadoff home run back in 2018. This season, it's current manager Craig Counsell's turn to experiment with another slugging first baseman and after just one game, it already paid off. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 13: Michael Busch #29 of the Chicago Cubs in action against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on July 13, 2025 in New York City. The Cubs defeated... NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 13: Michael Busch #29 of the Chicago Cubs in action against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on July 13, 2025 in New York City. The Cubs defeated the Yankees 4-1. MoreStruggles from usual leadoff man Ian Happ prompted Counsell to make a change atop the Cubs order. Friday and Saturday, it was second baseman Nico Hoerner leading off against left-handers Carlos Rodon and Max Fried. Sunday, it was first baseman Michael Busch leading off against Yankees right-hander Will Warren. Busch delivered in his new spot in the order and gave Chicago a 1-0 lead just two pitches into the game. It was Busch's first-time hitting leadoff in his MLB career, so the homer was the first leadoff homer of his career. It gave the Cubs an early lead, and despite being tied 1-1 just an inning later, they never trailed in the game. The decision to move Busch to the leadoff spot felt eerily similar to what Maddon did with Rizzo years ago. Put a guy that slugs and gets on base at the top of the order and see what happens. It sure worked out pretty well and Counsell, usually a pretty stern face individual, cracked a bit of a smirk after Busch's at-bat to start the game. Craig Counsell couldn't hide a smirk after Michael Busch's leadoff homer — Brendan Miller (@brendan_cubs) July 13, 2025 It appears that it will be Busch leading off against righties and Hoerner leading off against lefties when Chicago resumes play after the All-Star Break. More MLB: Cubs' Kyle Tucker Offers 2-Word Response on Potential New Contract
