The Circuit Journal

NASCAR or Formula 1: Which is really America’s favorite racing series?

By John Haverlin October 25, 2021F1, NASCAR

Kansas Speedway promoters were tasked with an increasingly difficult challenge before NASCAR visited the midwestern race track this weekend.Selling tickets.The 1.5-mile venue can hold 48,000 people. But that certainly wasn't…

Texas’ unusually dramatic race sees Kyle Larson advance in Playoffs while other title hopefuls struggle

By John Haverlin October 17, 2021NASCAR

Texas Motor Speedway hasn't exactly been the site of thrilling finishes and drama for NASCAR lately. It's been among the dullest venues for a race since its repave and flattened…

Better off alone: The case for only one Bristol race

By Cole Cusumano September 23, 2021NASCAR

Bristol Motor Speedway has been all the rage across NASCAR after one of the best weekends in the sport's recent history. Fans were treated to a first-time truck winner, a…

NASCAR seeks opportunities for growth with 2022 Cup schedule

By Cole Cusumano September 21, 2021NASCAR

Only seven weeks remain in what was an experimental 2021 NASCAR Cup Series season. Headlined with a road course-heavy schedule, including four new tracks and one beloved venue receiving a…

Are doubleheaders really helping NASCAR’s developmental series?

By Cole Cusumano September 15, 2021NASCAR

RICHMOND, Va. -- More is often always better, especially when it comes to racing: wins, points, resources on pit road, but what about the number of races in a single…

Alex Palou retakes IndyCar title lead with victorious rebound in Portland

By John Haverlin September 12, 2021IndyCar

PORTLAND, Ore. -- Alex Palou started the Grand Prix of Portland from the pole, but his win didn’t come as easy as it sounds.The IndyCar Series came to the Oregon…

Martin Truex Jr. wins Playoff race at Richmond Raceway

By John Haverlin September 12, 2021NASCAR

By Holly CainNASCAR Wire ServiceMartin Truex Jr. received a penalty on the opening lap of the race for crossing the start/finish line in front of polesitter Denny Hamlin at the…

NASCAR’s numbers game: Forward progress or regression?

By Cole Cusumano September 3, 2021NASCAR

Numbers have always played a prominent role in NASCAR. Points and statistics are one thing, but the values featured on the doors have become a source of identity in the…

Ryan Blaney concludes NASCAR’s regular season with winning streak as playoff field is set

By John Haverlin August 29, 2021NASCAR

Since his first NASCAR Cup Series win in 2017, Ryan Blaney grew notoriety for being a driver to win one race per season.That changed last weekend when he won at…

NASCAR Camping World Truck Series postseason preview and predictions

By Cole Cusumano August 20, 2021NASCAR

Semblance of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series former glory has evidently been restored in 2021. This unique transitional period for the developmental series has provided the best racing in…