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NASCAR Cup Owners Standings Shake Up After Viva Mexico 250

Following the Viva Mexico 250, Hendrick Motorsports continues to dominate the NASCAR Cup Series owners standings, holding three of the top five positions. Joe Gibbs Racing sits strong with three teams in the top eleven, while 23XI Racing climbs...

NASCAR Cup Driver Standings Shift After Mexico City

William Byron continues to lead the NASCAR Cup Series standings following the Viva Mexico 250, with 604 points and 172 stage points. Kyle Larson fell to second after an early crash, now 67 points back. Christopher Bell surged to...

Shane van Gisbergen Shines in Mexico City: Full Highlights from NASCAR’s Historic Cup Race

For the first time since 1958, the NASCAR Cup Series held a points-paying race outside the United States—and the return to international soil did not disappoint. The Viva México 250 at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City delivered unpredictable...

Viva Mexico 250 Full Results: NASCAR’s International Debut Ends with a Global Twist

The NASCAR Cup Series roared into new territory Sunday with the Viva Mexico 250 at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, the first international points-paying Cup race in 67 years. And as the rain clouds loomed and the engines screamed, it was...

Bold Predictions for the 2025 Viva Mexico 250: Who Will Win the NASCAR Cup Race in Mexico?

The 2025 Viva Mexico 250 brings the NASCAR Cup Series to one of racing’s most historic tracks, the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. For the first time in decades, a full field of top drivers will compete on Mexican soil. The...

Mexico Cup Starting Lineup Sets Up Unpredictable Sunday: Rain, Altitude, and a Road Course Specialist

The NASCAR Cup Series heads south of the border this weekend for the inaugural Viva Mexico 250 at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. But while fans expected drama on Sunday, the intrigue started early—during Saturday’s rain-shortened qualifying session. Shane van Gisbergen,...

Practice Shakes Up the Grid in Mexico City: Michael McDowell, Todd Gilliland Lead the Way

History was made this weekend as the NASCAR Cup Series rolled into Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez for its first-ever points-paying event in Mexico City. With high temperatures and high stakes, Friday's double-practice sessions set the tone for what could be...

NASCAR Heads South: 37 Drivers Ready for Viva Mexico 250 Debut in Mexico City

The NASCAR Cup Series is heading into new territory this weekend with the inaugural Viva Mexico 250 at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, and the preliminary entry list reflects a blend of international flair, championship contenders, and one notable part-time participant....

Chevrolet Holds Narrow Lead Over Toyota and Ford in 2025 NASCAR Cup Manufacturer Standings

After 15 races of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series, <a href="https://slicksandsticks.com/tag/chevrolet/">Chevrolet leads the Manufacturer’s Championship with 512 points. <a href="https://slicksandsticks.com/tag/toyota/">Toyota trails closely behind with 493 points, while Ford holds third place with 477 points. The Manufacturer’s Championship rewards the...

Hendrick Motorsports Holds Strong Lead in 2025 NASCAR Cup Owner Standings

After 15 races in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season, Hendrick Motorsports leads the Owner Standings with 576 points, followed closely by its second entry at 535 points. Joe Gibbs Racing holds strong in third with 494 points, while...

William Byron Holds Strong Lead in NASCAR Cup Driver Standings After Michigan

Following the 15th race of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series at Michigan International Speedway, William Byron leads the driver standings with 576 points. Close behind is Kyle Larson with 535 points, while Denny Hamlin sits third at 494. Christopher...

NASCAR Michigan 2025 Highlights: Fuel Drama and Fierce Battles Steal the Show

The 2025 FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway had it all—fast-paced battles, huge crashes, late-race heartbreak, and a crafty veteran’s victory. On a day where track position and pit strategy proved critical, it was Joe Gibbs Racing’s Denny...

Who Finished Where? Full NASCAR Cup Results from Michigan

The 2025 FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway had everything fans could ask for: high speeds, multiple lead changes, and a dramatic finish shaped by fuel strategy. On Sunday afternoon, it was Joe Gibbs Racing’s Denny Hamlin who...

Chase Briscoe’s Pole Streak Continues at Michigan — Full FireKeepers Casino 400 Starting Lineup Breakdown

Chase Briscoe continued his remarkable run in NASCAR Cup Series qualifying on Saturday by claiming his third consecutive pole position, this time at Michigan International Speedway. With a blazing lap of 36.826 seconds at an average speed of 195.514...

FireKeepers Casino 400 Predictions: 5 Drivers Poised to Dominate Michigan

The 2025 FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway could change everything in the NASCAR Cup Series. With its wide turns and fast straightaways, this track rewards power and patience. Past winners know how to handle it, but new...

NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying Set for Michigan with Weather Looming

As NASCAR heads into its 15th points-paying race of the 2025 season, the FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway is shaping up to be as unpredictable as ever—not just because of the competition on track, but because of...

Complete NASCAR Cup Series Entry List for Michigan International Speedway

The NASCAR Cup Series returns to Michigan International Speedway this Sunday for the FireKeepers Casino 400, marking the 15th race in the 2025 season. A total of 36 cars are on the preliminary entry list, all full-time teams and...

Chevrolet Holds Narrow Lead in 2025 NASCAR Cup Manufacturer Standings

After 14 of 36 races in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series, Chevrolet maintains a slim lead in the Manufacturer’s Championship with 512 points. Toyota trails closely with 493 points, while Ford sits third with 477 points. The competition remains...

Hendrick Motorsports Dominates NASCAR Cup Owner Standings After Nashville

Hendrick Motorsports leads the NASCAR Cup Owner Standings following Race 14 at Nashville Superspeedway, holding both the first and second positions with 547 and 499 points respectively. Joe Gibbs Racing closely follows with strong showings, placing third and fourth...

William Byron Leads NASCAR Cup Driver Standings After Nashville — A Tight Race to the Playoffs

After 14 of 36 races in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series, William Byron holds a solid lead in the driver standings with 547 points, including 153 stage points. Kyle Larson trails him at 499 points, followed closely by Christopher...

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