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Associated Press
27-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
From Track to Wardrobe: COOFANDY Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Christopher Bell to Redefine 'Dress the Win'
On May 27, 2025, marking its 10th anniversary, global menswear leader COOFANDY announced a landmark collaboration with NASCAR powerhouse Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) and star driver Christopher Bell. This partnership— COOFANDY 's first foray into motorsports—amplifies the brand's commitment to empowering male confidence and excellence through its revitalized tagline, 'Dress the Journey,' and campaign slogan, 'Dress the Win.' A Union of Speed, Legacy, and Sartorial Mastery Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR), one of NASCAR's most dominant teams with over 400 victories, five Cup Series championships, and four Daytona 500 titles, joins forces with COOFANDY as an official partner. The brand will sponsor Christopher Bell's pivotal race at Martinsville Speedway on October 26 and appoint him as its global ambassador. Joe Gibbs, Founder & Owner of JGR, remarked: 'We look forward to helping COOFANDY celebrate their 10-year anniversary and introducing their brand of clothing to our fans. They have an outfit to help inspire confidence for any occasion and our race team shares a lot in common with COOFANDY, as we both pursue excellence and have a passion for winning.' Christopher Bell stated, 'I'm excited for our partnership with the COOFANDY brand,' driver of the Joe Gibbs Racing No. 20 Toyota. 'Being confident is definitely an important part of being successful on the racetrack and COOFANDY's Dress The Win campaign encourages confidence in men for every one of life's important moments.' Dual Mantras: From Podium to Personal Triumphs COOFANDY 's 10th-anniversary campaign centers on two interconnected pillars: 'Dress the Journey': Celebrating life's milestones, from career ascents to fatherhood, COOFANDY's tailored designs empower men to transition seamlessly through life's roles with timeless elegance. 'Dress the Win': Honoring victories both monumental and mundane, the campaign encourages men to express their ambition through clothing that blends individuality with understated luxury. A Decade of Redefining Menswear Since 2015, COOFANDY has anchored its mission in 'elevating men's most pivotal moments through impeccable craftsmanship.' From boardroom suits to ceremonial tuxedos, the brand merges premium fabrics, three-dimensional tailoring, and accessible sophistication to redefine the modern gentleman's wardrobe. COOFANDY CMO Sidney Sun elaborated: 'I'm very proud to stand here today with JGR. COOFANDY and JGR share the same values — passion, performance, and a drive for excellence. This partnership is more than just fashion meeting racing; it's about inspiring confidence and helping men look and feel their best, every day. Through our long-term collaboration, we will create something truly unique for our customers as we keep pushing forward — with style, speed, and spirit.' Vision for the Future: Accelerating Global Influence This alliance with JGR and Bell marks a pivotal step in COOFANDY's global expansion. By aligning with motorsports' thrilling ethos, the brand aims to resonate with fashion-conscious consumers worldwide while pioneering innovations at the intersection of racing culture and menswear. 'Ten years is a milestone, but our journey has just will continue to empower men to embrace every moment with confidence—whether they're crossing a finish line or redefining personal success.' About COOFANDY Founded in 2015, COOFANDY is a global menswear brand dedicated to crafting timeless, confidence-inspiring apparel for life's defining moments. With a focus on premium materials and tailored elegance, COOFANDY bridges classic sophistication and contemporary style. About Joe Gibbs Racing Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) is one of the premier organizations in NASCAR with four NASCAR Cup Series teams, four NASCAR Xfinity Series teams, an ARCA Series team, and a driver development program. JGR is based in Huntersville, N.C., and owned by 2020 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee Joe Gibbs, who also earned his place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame and was named as one of the NFL's top 10 coaches of all-time with a winning career that included three Super Bowl Championships as head coach of the Washington franchise. JGR has competed in NASCAR since 1992, capturing more than 400 wins over that span. No team has more combined wins across the sport's three national series in the history of NASCAR. In addition, JGR has won five Cup Series championships along with four Xfinity Series driver championships and six Xfinity Series owner's championships. The organization also has captured four Daytona 500 titles, considered to be NASCAR's premier event each season. Media Contact Company Name: COOFANDY Contact Person: Charlotte Liu Email: Send Email Country: United States Website:
NBC Sports
04-04-2025
- Automotive
- NBC Sports
How to watch Sunday's Cup race at Darlington Raceway: Start time, TV info, weather
As the Cup Series returns to Darlington Raceway, the top two finishers from last May are looking to recapture their form. Brad Keselowski ended a 110-race winless streak at Darlington with his 36th career victory in Cup but has been mired in a 30-race victory drought since. The 2012 Cup champion is having the toughest start of his career in 2025. Dustin Long, Through seven races, Keselowski has no top 10s for the first time since 2011 and an average finish of 25.1 that would rank as his lowest ever. Ty Gibbs, the runner-up to Keselowski last year at Darlington, hasn't fared much better. The Joe Gibbs Racing driver is ranked 31st in points (one spot behind Keselowski) with no top 10s and average finish of 23.857. They'll be looking for a spark at 'The Track Too Tough To Tame,' which is celebrating 75 years of playing host to Cup Series races. The 1.366-mile oval opened with the Southern 500 in 1950. Denny Hamlin, who is coming off a Martinsville win that snapped a 31-race winless streak, leads active Cup drivers with four victories at Darlington. Erik Jones and Keselowski each have two wins there. Details for Sunday's Cup race at Darlington Raceway (All times Eastern) START: The Wood Brothers family will give the command to start engines at 3:02 p.m. ... The green flag is scheduled to wave at 3:12 p.m. PRERACE: The Cup garage opens at noon. ... The drivers meeting will begin at 2 p.m. ... Driver introductions will begin at 2:25 p.m. ... Former driver Lake Speed, the 1988 Darlington Raceway TranSouth 500 winner, will deliver the invocation at 2:54 p.m. ... The 282nd Army Band from Fort Jackson, South Carolina, will perform the anthem at 2:55 p.m. DISTANCE: The race is 293 laps (400.2 miles) on a 1.366-mile oval. STAGES: Stage 1 ends at Lap 90. Stage 2 ends at Lap 185. ENTRY LIST: Click here for the 38 cars entered TV/RADIO: FS1 will begin its race broadcast at 3 p.m. Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio will have radio coverage. FORECAST: WeatherUnderground: Cloudy in the afternoon with a chance for evening showers. High of 89 degrees and winds from the south to southwest at 10 to 20 mph. It's expected to be 86 degrees with a 3% chance of rain at the start of the Cup race. LAST TIME: Chase Briscoe led the final 26 laps to win the regular-season finale and qualify for the playoffs in the final season for Stewart-Haas Racing. A YEAR AGO: After Chris Buescher and Tyler Reddick made contact while battling for the lead, Brad Keselowski went from third to first and hung on for his first victory
NBC Sports
31-03-2025
- Automotive
- NBC Sports
Cup results, points after Martinsville Speedway as Denny Hamlin moves up on NASCAR win llst
Denny Hamlin earned his 55th career NASCAR Cup Series victory, moving into a tie with Rusty Wallace for 11th on the all-time win list in NASCAR's premier series. With his first victory in just over 10 years at the 0.526-mile oval, Hamlin snapped a 31-race winless skid that dated to April 2024 at Dover. Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Christohper Bell finished second, and Bubba Wallace took third in a top three sweep for Toyota. MORE: Click here for Martinsville results l Click here for the cumulative report l Click here for the penalty report l Click here for race notes MORE: Click here for Martinsville driver points l Click here for owner points In the regular-season points standings, William Byron continues to lead Hendrick Motorsports teammates Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott. Bell is ranked fourth, followed by Alex Bowman, the fourth Hendrick driver. Finishing order at Martinsville Speedway: 1. Denny Hamlin 2. Christopher Bell 3. Bubba Wallace 4. Chase Elliott 5. Kyle Larson 6. Ross Chastain 7. Ryan Preece 8., Joey Logano 9. Chase Briscoe 10. Todd Gilliland 11. Ryan Blaney 12. Michael McDowell 13. Ty Gibbs 14. Tyler Reddick 15. Ty Dillon 16. Zane Smith 17. Kyle Busch 18. Austin Dillon 19. Carson Hocevar 20. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. 21. Daniel Suarez 22. William Byron 23. AJ Allmendinger 24. Erik Jones 25. Chris Buescher 26. John H Nemechek 27. Brad Keselowski 28. Alex Bowman 29. Justin Haley 30. Noah Gragson 31. Cody Ware 32. Riley Herbst # 33. Josh Berry 34. Cole Custer 35. Shane Van Gisbergen # 36. Casey Mears 37. Burt Myers 38. Austin Cindric
NBC Sports
30-03-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Austin Hill gives RCR its 100th Xfinity win; tempers flare between Sammy Smith, Taylor Gray
MARTINSVILLE, Va. — Austin Hill went from fifth to first on the final corner when the leaders wrecked to win Saturday's NASCAR Xfinity Series race and give Richard Childress Racing it's 100th series victory. Dillon also earned the $100,000 Dash 4 Cash bonus. Dillon wouldn't have had the chance to score his 12th career Xfinity victory and second of the season without the last-lap drama between Sammy Smith and Taylor Gray. Smith ran into the back of Gray's car entering Turn 3, turning Gray and triggering a multi-car crash. The move came after Gray moved Smith up the track and out of the lead on the overtime restart. The two drivers had to be separated from each other outside the infield care center after the race. 'I'm not very proud of what I did,' Smith said after exiting the infield care center. 'He just has no respect for me and he was flipping me off under the red flag and swerving at my door. I moved him into (Turn) 1. He still had the lead those two restarts. 'Going down the backstraightaway (on the final lap), I thought to myself what would he do in this situation? He would have done the exact same thing. He was flipping me off and that right there was the line for me to ultimately make the decision I made. 'If I just let him go, I accept I finish second today. I try to do my best for my team and myself to win a (Martinsville grandfather) clock. It just wasn't good enough.' #NASCAR … Sammy Smith on what Taylor Gray said to him after Martinsville Xfinity finish: 'He said he wants to go at it. We can go at it if he wants.' Asked if there was anything constructive said by Gray afterward, Smith said: 'No. He said he wants to go at it. We can go at it if he wants. I think at the end of the day, there's probably going to be a lot more going forward and that's OK with me.' Said Gray after the race: 'I feel like we had the best car all day. I can't thank everyone at Joe Gibbs Racing enough. We brought a really fast Operation 300 Toyota GR Supra. Just unfortunate – it's the same story I've lived here for the past two Martinsville race in a row. It sucks, but it is what it is. Long year.' Sammy Smith and Taylor Gray had a confrontation outside the infield care center. Stage 1 winner: Connor Zilisch Stage 2 winner: Connor Zilisch Next: The series races 3:30 p.m. ET Saturday, April 5 at Darlington Raceway on the CW Network.
