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Yahoo
16-07-2025
- 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
Scottish Sun
28-06-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Terrifying moment Nascar mechanic is struck by flying tire during pit stop in heart-stopping accident
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NASCAR produced a terrifying moment in its race last weekend. While racing at Pocono Raceway, a tire was flung into a pit crew member accidentally. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 A Nascar tire changer was nailed by an errant tire over the weekend Credit: X/KauligRacing 3 JP Kealey was hospitalized with his injuries Credit: X/KauligRacing JP Kealey works as a tire changer for Trackhouse driver Shane Van Gisbergen. However, things went downhill quickly when fellow Trackhouse driver AJ Allmendinger came in at the same time for a stop. Allmendinger came into his pit box too fast, sliding across the pavement and knocking a tire out of a pit crew member's hands. That tire went flying towards Kealey and struck him hard. The impact jammed his air gun directly into the side of his body. Kealey is a former pro lacross player, and was left doubled over in pain before ultimately fighting through the pain. Despite being able to finish the job, Kealey was forced to go to the hospital following the game. It was revealed by Skip Flores of the Stacking Pennies podcast that he suffered two broken ribs. Kealey also later revealed that his injuries included a partially collapsed lung. The footage of the incident is terrifying, and Nascar fans shared how tough Kealey was for getting his job done. American Thunder, NASCAR To Le Mans "Scary moment there on pit road," one fan said. "These guys are STUDS. Insane," another fan said. "Man that guy is a baller for finishing the pit stop anyway," a third fan said. "Nascar pit team tough WOW," a fourth fan said. 3 "Tough, super athletes. His ribs are sore," a fifth fan said. The rough moment on pit lane was ultimately a sign of what was to come during the race. Van Gisbergen ended up finishing 31st at The Great American Getaway 400. Noel "Bud" MIller Jr will fill in as his tire changer for the Quaker State 400 this weekend.
The Irish Sun
28-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Terrifying moment Nascar mechanic is struck by flying tire during pit stop in heart-stopping accident
NASCAR produced a terrifying moment in its race last weekend. While racing at Pocono Raceway, a tire was flung into a pit crew member accidentally. Advertisement 3 A Nascar tire changer was nailed by an errant tire over the weekend Credit: X/KauligRacing 3 JP Kealey was hospitalized with his injuries Credit: X/KauligRacing JP Kealey works as a tire changer for Trackhouse driver Shane Van Gisbergen. However, things went downhill quickly when fellow Trackhouse driver AJ Allmendinger came in at the same time for a stop. Allmendinger came into his pit box too fast, sliding across the pavement and knocking a tire out of a pit crew member's hands. That tire went flying towards Kealey and struck him hard. Advertisement The impact jammed his air gun directly into the side of his body. Kealey is a former pro lacross player, and was left doubled over in pain before ultimately fighting through the pain. Despite being able to finish the job, Kealey was forced to go to the hospital following the game. It was revealed by Skip Flores of the Stacking Pennies podcast that he suffered two broken ribs. Advertisement Most read in Motorsport Kealey also later revealed that his injuries included a partially collapsed lung. The footage of the incident is terrifying, and Nascar fans shared how tough Kealey was for getting his job done. American Thunder, NASCAR To Le Mans "Scary moment there on pit road," one fan said. "These guys are STUDS. Insane," another fan said. Advertisement "Man that guy is a baller for finishing the pit stop anyway," a third fan said. "Nascar pit team tough WOW," a fourth fan said. 3 "Tough, super athletes. His ribs are sore," a fifth fan said. Advertisement The rough moment on pit lane was ultimately a sign of what was to come during the race. Read more on the Irish Sun Van Gisbergen ended up finishing 31st at The Great American Getaway 400. Noel "Bud" MIller Jr will fill in as his tire changer for the Quaker State 400 this weekend.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
How big is the Daytona 500? LaJoie bet his kids' college fund on a chance to make the NASCAR race
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Corey LaJoie so badly wanted to race in the Daytona 500 that he gambled his children's college fund to secure a seat in 'The Great American Race.' LaJoie was let go last season from Spire Motorsports and closed out the year driving the final six races with Rick Ware Racing with no promise of 2025 work. Ware was willing to field a second car at Daytona International Speedway, but it would be a driver who brought the financial funding for the effort. LaJoie, who has welcomed three sons since 2020, grabbed their college fund and turned it over to Ware to make sure another driver wouldn't snag the No. 01 Ford before he could find sponsorship. He said he handed over the money 'in January to make sure nobody else got the car.' 'I was probably dumb enough to let my chips ride on the table and try to make this race on my own dime,' LaJoie said. 'It was all of my kids' college fund rolled into one race." LaJoie said the cost for the seat was 'four zeros, one comma," but he was made whole before he arrived at Daytona International Speedway when sponsors 'DuraMAX and Take 5 came in at the last minute and took me off the hook.' Everything is bonus money from here as LaJoie raced his way into the field in one of Thursday night's qualifying races. He and Cody Ware will give RWR two cars in Sunday's race and strengthen Ford's presence in an event in which manufacturers need to help each other to be competitive. LaJoie will run a limited Cup Series schedule with RWR this year and also be an analyst for Amazon Prime Video's portion of the Cup Series schedule. He's using the platforms to build his Stacking Pennies Performance Brand. The No. 01 is meant to represent the 'Stacking Pennies' concept LaJoie has developed around the idea that small victories lead to greater success. His Stacking Pennies podcast is one of NASCAR's most popular. RWR has not announced how many races LaJoie will enter but he's in the biggest show of the year. 'I was at peace with letting that amount of money go as a bit of a faith tester,' LaJoie said. 'It was like every day for weeks, and it got down to the 11th hour, right? I'm not sure what the future holds quite yet, but I'm excited that the first box we set out to check was coming down here and making the 'Great American Race,' and that's what we did.' LaJoie finished fourth in last year's Daytona 500 driving for Spire. ___ AP auto racing: Jenna Fryer, The Associated Press
Associated Press
14-02-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
How big is the Daytona 500? LaJoie bet his kids' college fund on a chance to make the NASCAR race
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Corey LaJoie so badly wanted to race in the Daytona 500 that he gambled his children's college fund to secure a seat in 'The Great American Race.' LaJoie was let go last season from Spire Motorsports and closed out the year driving the final six races with Rick Ware Racing with no promise of 2025 work. Ware was willing to field a second car at Daytona International Speedway, but it would be a driver who brought the financial funding for the effort. LaJoie, who has welcomed three sons since 2020, grabbed their college fund and turned it over to Ware to make sure another driver wouldn't snag the No. 01 Ford before he could find sponsorship. He said he handed over the money 'in January to make sure nobody else got the car.' 'I was probably dumb enough to let my chips ride on the table and try to make this race on my own dime,' LaJoie said. 'It was all of my kids' college fund rolled into one race.' LaJoie said the cost for the seat was 'four zeros, one comma,' but he was made whole before he arrived at Daytona International Speedway when sponsors 'DuraMAX and Take 5 came in at the last minute and took me off the hook.' Everything is bonus money from here as LaJoie raced his way into the field in one of Thursday night's qualifying races. He and Cody Ware will give RWR two cars in Sunday's race and strengthen Ford's presence in an event in which manufacturers need to help each other to be competitive. LaJoie will run a limited Cup Series schedule with RWR this year and also be an analyst for Amazon Prime Video's portion of the Cup Series schedule. He's using the platforms to build his Stacking Pennies Performance Brand. The No. 01 is meant to represent the 'Stacking Pennies' concept LaJoie has developed around the idea that small victories lead to greater success. His Stacking Pennies podcast is one of NASCAR's most popular. RWR has not announced how many races LaJoie will enter but he's in the biggest show of the year. 'I was at peace with letting that amount of money go as a bit of a faith tester,' LaJoie said. 'It was like every day for weeks, and it got down to the 11th hour, right? I'm not sure what the future holds quite yet, but I'm excited that the first box we set out to check was coming down here and making the 'Great American Race,' and that's what we did.' LaJoie finished fourth in last year's Daytona 500 driving for Spire. ___
