No. 99 GMC Hummer EV Chip Ganassi Racing maintained their strong 2023 Extreme E Season, bagging a podium and a fourth place in the searing heat of Sardinia. However, the Island X Prix could have yielded even more for RJ Anderson and Amanda Sorensen, with a penalty denying them a first win of the campaign in Round 5, while they also lost out on a second podium at the very last corner of Round 6.
The American outfit have finished in the top five in every race so far in Season 3, making all Grand Finals across the six Rounds. That consistency has kept Anderson and Sorensen within touching distance of the leading trio, sitting fourth in the standings with 80 points and four Qualifying Heat wins across the campaign.
After taking their first podium of the season at the Hydro X Prix, No. 99 GMC Hummer EV Chip Ganassi Racing looked set to go even better as they lead the Round 5 Grand Final in pursuit of their maiden win of the campaign.
With last year’s driver pairing of Kyle LeDuc and Sara Price taking the team’s debut victory on the Italian island in 2022, having come so close to top spot the year before, it seemed fitting that Anderson and Sorensen would do likewise.
However, a 15.7-second penalty for a Switch Zone infringement ensured that despite finishing first on the course the team would have to settle for third place overall. Nevertheless, two podium finishes in a row further highlighted the strong, consistent pace of the American outfit this term.
No. 99 GMC Hummer EV Chip Ganassi Racing looked destined to replicate that third-place finish in Round 6. However, searing pace from Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E in the Grand Final meant a last lap shootout between the two teams.
It was Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E’s Catie Munnings who came out on top in that battle, snatching P3 on the very last corner to relegate Sorensen and No. 99 GMC Hummer EV Chip Ganassi Racing to fourth.
A strong haul of points from the weekend in Sardinia, though, ensures the American team have strengthened their grip on fourth in the standings and are just 29 points off of leaders ACCIONA | SAINZ XE Team with two X Prix remaining.
RJ Anderson, No. 99 GMC Hummer EV Chip Ganassi Racing, said: “Overall, a fairly good weekend for the team, with a third and a fourth. I think we had more, with the Round 5 mishap, and then being close to the podium in Round 6.
“I think it’s a good building point for the team, we’ve been in all six Grand Finals, and were in the fight. With time it will come. But the starts are so important, and we didn’t get the best one. It was a dogfight here in Italy, when everyone wants the same line, it’s five cars going for one spot.
“We’re going to keep our heads up and come back strong in the next event.”
Amanda Sorensen, No. 99 GMC Hummer EV Chip Ganassi Racing, added: “The weekend was a roller coaster. We learned a lot, the team reacted super well to all the events, and I’m stoked to be part of it because everyone’s role is so important, and everyone is super dialled in. I’m looking forward going to Rounds 7 and 8.
“We’re going for the win, I think that nothing’s going to stop us, and we’re definitely charging hard.”
Now heading into its third season, Extreme E is a radical off-road racing series, founded by the same team behind Formula E, which showcases electric SUVs and futuristic technologies in some of the world’s most remote and challenging environments.
This five-event global voyage utilises its sporting platform for the purpose of promoting electrification, environment and equality. The series’ goal is to highlight the impact of climate change in some of the world’s most endangered environments, promote the adoption of electric vehicles to pave the way for a lower carbon future, and provide a world-first gender-equal motorsport platform.
The first sport to ever be built out of a social purpose, Extreme E aims to minimise environmental impact while maximising awareness, racing in places that have already been damaged or affected by climate change or human interference and taking fans deep into the heart of the most pressing issues facing our planet’s future.
Not only that, but Extreme E is also helping the car industry to develop future-facing technology using racing as a platform for road innovation, which accelerates change ten-fold.
Season 3 Calendar Saudi Arabia: 11-12 March 2023 Scotland, UK: 13-14 May 2023 Sardinia, Italy: 08-09 July 2023 Amazon or USA: 16-17 September 2023 Chile: 02-03 December 2023
CHEVROLET IN NHRA 2023 FLAV-R-PAC NHRA NORTHWEST NATIONALS PACIFIC RACEWAYS KENT, WASHINGTON JULY 21-23, 2023
CHEVROLET EYES REPEAT CAPTURE OF THE FLAV-R-PAC NHRA NORTHWEST NATIONALS WALLY IN SEATTLE
DETROIT (JULY 20, 2023) – Hosting the second stop of NHRA’s Western Swing, the Chevrolet-backed drivers and teams of John Force Racing head next to Pacific Raceways this weekend for the 2023 Flav-R-Pac NHRA Northwest Nationals near Seattle, Wash. While the Pro Stock teams sit idle until the upcoming Menards NHRA Nationals Presented by PetArmor at Heartland Motorsports Park near Topeka, Brittany Force, Austin Prock, John Force, and Robert Hight all have their sights set on the Top Fuel or Funny Car Winner’s Circle, respectively.
The defending winner of 2022’s event in Seattle for Funny Car, Robert Hight, driver of the Cornwell Tools/AAA Chevrolet Camaro SS machine, looks to the weekend with anticipation after exiting Denver’s race day early at the NHRA Mile-High Nationals. Hoping to go back-to-back in the Pacific Northwest, Hight said, “I’m looking forward to racing in Seattle. The Cornwell Tools team didn’t have the best showing in Denver so it’s nice that we get to turn right around and get back at it just a couple of days later. We have some work to do but we’ll just have to take it one run at a time.”
Brittany Force, driver of the Monster Energy/Flav-R-Pac Chevrolet Top Fuel dragster, aims to not only repeat her No. 1 qualifier from 2022, but also to see herself and her team in the Winner’s Circle at the end of Sunday. She noted, “Most importantly this weekend, we need to turn out luck around. We struggled a little bit in Denver on race day. We went out early in the first round. So we’ll be looking for some good qualifying runs and going rounds on race day.”
Despite not competing this weekend, Chevrolet stood strong in 2022, capturing two achievements at Pacific Raceways in Pro Stock, with Greg Anderson setting the ladder as No. 1 qualifier and Troy Coughlin, Jr. racing his Chevrolet Camaro SS Pro Stock to the Winner’s Circle last year. The Chevy drivers and teams of Pro Stock will be back in action in Topeka, Aug. 11-13, 2023.
Additionally sitting idle, the FlexJet Factory Stock Showdown Chevrolet teams return for the biggest event of the season soon, the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, Sept. 1-4, 2023.
The 2023 Flav-R-Pac NHRA Northwest Nationals from Pacific Raceway near Seattle, Washington airs first with Friday’s qualifying on Saturday, July 22 at 2 p.m. ET on FOX Sports 1 (FS1). Saturday’s qualifying airs Sunday, July 23 at 1:30 p.m. ET, with Sunday’s Finals following on FOX at 4 p.m. ET. Coverage streaming live throughout the weekend can be found through NHRA.tv, available via AppleTV, Android TV, and Roku devices.
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING:
Austin Prock, driver of the Rocky Mountain Twist / Montana Brands Chevrolet Top Fuel dragster for John Force Racing:
“Excited to be back at sea level this week in Seattle. I foresee a great weekend for this Montana Brand / Rocky Mountain Twist team. We have had success there in the past, Pacific Raceways is where I got my first win so I know we can get the job done and the weather conditions look like they will suit us well. It would be amazing to get a win at Frank Tiegs’ race.”
Brittany Force, driver of the Monster Energy/Flav-R-Pac Chevrolet Top Fuel dragster for John Force Racing:
“Seattle is next on the list for the Western Swing and this Flav-R-Pac / Monster Energy team is excited to get there with Flav-R-Pac being the title sponsor of the event. Our boss Frank Tiegs is going to be there along with a bunch of Flav-R-Pac employees and family are going to be there so we’re looking forward to it. I’m getting to go in a little early on Thursday and do some media around Seattle and really get to talk up this race to hopefully get as many fans out to the track as possible. I’m also really looking forward to getting to meet some of the Seattle Storm WNBA players. I’ll be going to their game on Thursday, and they’ll be out at the track on Friday.”
John Force, driver of the PEAK Antifreeze and Coolant Chevrolet Camaro SS Funny Car for John Force Racing:
“Flav-R-Pac Northwest Nationals, I’m ready for them. Looking forward to taking care of Frank Tiegs and all his Flav-R-Pac employees. Seattle has always been good to me. Pacific Raceways, tucked into the trees. Love the fans, we’ll be doing a show in Auburn, a FanFest, to say hi and kick off the event. We had a decent performance in Denver but it didn’t go our way on race day. Ready to turn that around and see what happens.”
Robert Hight, driver of the Cornwell Tools/AAA Chevrolet Camaro SS Funny Car for John Force Racing:
“I’m looking forward to racing in Seattle. The Cornwell Tools team didn’t have the best showing in Denver so it’s nice that we get to turn right around and get back at it just a couple of days later. We have some work to do but we’ll just have to take it one run at a time. We’re looking forward to putting on a good show for the fans in Washington and hopefully get Frank Tiegs (of Flav-R-Pac) another Winner’s Circle celebration at his title race. He’s been a great partner to John Force Racing so it would mean a lot to get the job done for him and his companies.”
TEAM CHEVY BY THE NUMBERS:
1,433: Round wins for John Force (1st all-time).
605: Round wins for Robert Hight; 13th all-time. Cruz Pedregon (Funny Car), sits 12th, with 620.
375: Number of wins in Pro Stock since 1970; 255 won in the Chevrolet Camaro body.
165: Number of career No. 1 qualifiers for John Force (1st all-time).
157: Number of Chevrolet Racing Funny Car wins since 1967.
79: Number of career No. 1 qualifiers for Robert Hight (6th all-time).
77: Number of Chevrolet Racing Funny Car wins with the Camaro body.
47: Number of career No. 1 qualifiers for Brittany Force.
27: Number of NHRA championships Chevrolet holds as a manufacturer since entering the first in 1966. No other manufacturer has won it more than Chevrolet.
24: Wins by John Force in a Chevrolet-bodied Funny Car.
18: Number of Pro Stock championships.
20: Chevrolet career Top Fuel wins in NHRA.
16: Number of Chevrolet career wins by Brittany Force.
7: Number of Funny Car driver championships.
2: Number of Top Fuel driver championships.
UPCOMING NHRA MILESTONES:
950: Greg Anderson (Pro Stock) is second all-time with 921 elimination round wins. He could reach 950 round wins with a decent run in the 18-race schedule.
605: Robert Hight achieved 605 Funny Car elimination wins in Chicago to rank 13th on the all-time NHRA list; Cruz Pedregon (Funny Car) sits 12th with 620.
445: By qualifying for his next race, Greg Anderson (Pro Stock) will extend his NHRA record to 445 consecutive race day appearances. His first appearance came in 2002 at Pomona 2, and he holds the longest career qualifying streak in NHRA.
138: Greg Anderson (Pro Stock) ranks third on the NHRA all-time list with 121 No. 1 qualifiers. He will tie Warren Johnson (Pro Stock, 138) for second to John Force (165) on the list.
269: By qualifying for his next race, Robert Hight will extend his NHRA record to 269 consecutive race day appearances. His first appearance came in 2010 at Pomona 2, and he currently sits seventh in career qualifying streaks in NHRA (Doug Kalitta is sixth at 275).
65: Robert Hight moved into the top 10 on the all-time NHRA victory list with his win in Pomona 1 with 63. Jeg Coughlin Jr. (Pro Stock, retired) is next ninth on list with 65.
46: Erica Enders has 44 career Pro Stock victories (all with Chevrolet, first win coming at Chicago, 2012 and last win at Las Vegas 2, 2022). Angelle Sampey (Pro Stock Motorcycle) is the all-time NHRA female leader with 46.
18: Brittany Force (16 Top Fuel career wins) will move past Shirley Muldowney (18 wins) into third on the NHRA all-time victory list for females. Erica Enders (Pro Stock, 44) and Angelle Sampey (Pro Stock Motorcycle, 46) are ahead.
6: Erica Enders (Pro Stock) could tie Warren Johnson (6 Pro Stock championships) for second on the class list. The same holds for Greg Anderson. Bob Glidden is the leader with 10.
3: Brittany Force (Top Fuel, 2 championships) would tie Shirley Muldowney (Top Fuel) and Angelle Sampey (Pro Stock Motorcycle) for second on the NHRA all-time championship list by females with another title in 2023. Erica Enders (Pro Stock, 5) is the leader.
About Chevrolet
Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is one of the world’s largest car brands, doing business in more than 100 countries and selling more than 4.0 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature engaging performance, design that makes the heart beat, passive and active safety features and easy-to-use technology, all at a value. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.com.
DJ Kennington driving the #17 Castrol Edge Dodge at the Toronto Indy. Credit: Matthew Manor
July 20, 2022. DJ Kennington and the #17 Castrol Edge Dodge team are headed west for the three western Canadian events on the 2023 NASCAR Pinty’s Series schedule. This coming Saturday, July 22ndKennington will race at Edmonton International Raceway in Wetaskiwin, Alberta. The following Wednesday July 26th it will be twin 125-lap races at Sutherland Automotive Speedway in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
While the busy schedule can be grueling Kennington has made the most of his previous trips to the west. In seven visits to the Edmonton track he’s recorded top ten result in his #17 Castrol Edge at each race. In Saskatoon he scored the win in race one a year ago and in previous years has collected two additional wins and a total of eight podium finishes.
The two tracks have very different characteristics with Edmonton, but the experience of Kennington and the #17 Castrol Edge Dodge have done extensive preparations to be ready for the trip and are looking for strong results at both locations.
Here’s what you need to know.
Race Event Preview Saturday July 22nd Green Flag 7:30PM MT Bayer 300 Race six of 14 in 2023 This is the eighth NASCAR Pinty’s Series race Edmonton International Raceway
The Track: 1/4-mile paved oval
Best finish: Fourth in 2015
Race Event Preview Wednesday July 26th Green Flag 6:05PM & 8:15PM MT Leland Industries Twin 125’s Races seven & eight of 14 in 2023 This will be the 17th & 18th NASCAR Pinty’s Series races at Sutherland Automotive Speedway
The Track: 3/8-mile paved oval
Best finish: 1st in 2010, 2012 and 2022
Career Victories: 24
Most Recent Win: Race one, Sutherland Automotive Speedway, 2022
DJ Quote: “This is a busy part of the season, but the Castrol team has really worked hard to be ready for this stretch out west. Edmonton is a tough track, it’s hard to move forward, but we’ve been very consistent. I think we’re better prepared this year and believe we can take a step forward. In Saskatoon, we’re expecting the same kind of performance we’ve shown in the past and I think we’ll be right there, with two races it’s a good chance to pick up some championship points”.
TV & Live Streaming All races will be streamed live on TSN+ and through FloRacing in the United States. The races in Edmonton & Saskatoon will also air on TSN Sunday and RDS2 date and times TBD.
Race fans can follow DJ Kennington and the #17 Castrol Edge Dodge team on their official social media platforms:
Nestled along the picturesque coastline of South Carolina, Myrtle Beach is not only a beloved tourist destination but also a hub of heavy truck traffic. Unfortunately, this combination can result in a significant number of truck accidents that pose a grave threat to both locals and visitors alike. With approximately 4000 truck collisions recorded in 2017 alone, the scenic roads of Myrtle Beach have witnessed the devastating consequences of these collisions on life and property. The sheer size, weight, and mass of commercial trucks make them formidable forces in accidents, causing severe damage to smaller passenger cars that bear the brunt of the impact. It’s crucial to understand the risks associated with truck accidents and prioritize safety measures to protect everyone on the roads of Myrtle Beach.
Truck accidents are more likely to occur on busy roads with a heavy influx of visitors and cargo movement. In this case, along with reaching out for immediate medical and reporting the accident, looking for a truck accident law firm can make it easier for you to get the compensation you deserve. Moreover, it’s essential to understand why these types of crashes are so severe and what you can do if you or someone you love is injured. The below guide will help you navigate through such lethal truck accidents.
The Dangers Of Large Trucks On The Road
When a large truck collides with a smaller vehicle, the results can be catastrophic for those involved. A truck accident law firm will tell you that trucks are much heavier than passenger vehicles and have higher centers of gravity, making them more prone to rollover accidents and jackknifing when turning or braking suddenly. This makes them much more dangerous than other vehicles on the roadways because their size means they take up more space and require longer stopping distances than regular cars or SUVs.
The Consequences Of Truck Accidents
The consequences of a truck accident can be devastating for those involved in the crash as well as their families, who may have to cope with medical bills, lost wages from missed work days due to injuries sustained in the collision, emotional trauma from witnessing such an event or losing a loved one in such an incident, and many other issues associated with these types of crashes. Unfortunately, in many cases, there may also be significant property damage caused by these larger vehicles due to their sheer size and weight, which could result in costly repairs or even total losses depending on the collision’s severity.
Unfortunately, in many cases, there may also be significant property damage caused by these larger vehicles due to their sheer size and weight, which could result in costly repairs or even total losses depending on the collision’s severity.
In cases where injuries lead to long-term disabilities, individuals may benefit from understanding their options for obtaining support. Consulting with an experienced disability attorney in Sacramento can help clarify the legal and financial steps available to address ongoing challenges. These professionals are knowledgeable about the processes involved in securing benefits or compensation, ensuring victims can focus on recovery while navigating the aftermath of such a significant event.
Common Causes Of Truck Accidents
There are several common causes of truck accidents, including driver fatigue due to long hours behind the wheel without proper rest breaks; distracted driving due to cell phone use while operating a commercial vehicle; speeding; improperly loaded cargo; mechanical failure due to lack of maintenance; intoxication from drugs or alcohol; inclement weather conditions; road rage incidents between drivers; aggressive maneuvers such as tailgating another vehicle too closely; failing to yield right-of-way at intersections or merging lanes unsafely without signaling properly first, etc. All these factors contribute significantly towards making truck accidents so severe when they occur on our roads today.
How To Stay Safe Around Large Trucks On The Road
To stay safe around large trucks on our roads, it is essential for drivers of all sizes of vehicles alike to always drive defensively by following all traffic laws and staying alert at all times while out on public highways. It is also essential not only for motorists but also for pedestrians walking near busy routes where large trucks travel frequently to remain aware at all times so they don’t become caught off guard by any sudden movements made by passing big rigs. Additionally, everyone must pay close attention when traveling near construction zones due to heavy equipment mobilization, which could lead to potential hazards if not treated cautiously. Finally, drivers must keep plenty of distance away from semi-trucks whenever possible, allowing them time to react if something goes wrong unexpectedly.
Conclusion
It’s clear why truck accidents are so severe, given their size, weight, and potential force when colliding with smaller passenger cars. By understanding how these crashes occur, we can better protect ourselves while on public roadways by following good defensive driving practices like staying alert, watching our speed limits, and avoiding distractions like cell phones. Additionally, we must remember that even though most truckers operate safely, according to their training, some, unfortunately, make mistakes which could result in tragic outcomes if we aren’t careful enough ourselves when sharing the same roads every day.`
Car accidents can occur for various reasons, and several factors contribute to the frequency of casualties in Michigan. It is the tenth most populous state in the United States, with over 10 million people. Higher population density increases the likelihood of car accidents due to increased traffic volume and road congestion. According to the latest information from Michigan State Police, there were 282,640 car accidents. These collisions caused 1,131 fatalities and 51,666 injuries over the year.
Michigan experiences various weather conditions throughout the year, including heavy snowfall, ice, and fog. These adverse weather conditions can make roads slippery and reduce visibility, increasing the risk of accidents.
Being involved in a car accident can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. But if you find yourself in an auto accident that was not your fault, it’s crucial to consult a car accident law firm to seek restitution and file a legal claim. This blog post provides a comprehensive guide on what you should do after a car accident in Michigan, offering valuable advice to help you navigate the incident’s aftermath.
Ensure Safety and Seek Medical Attention
The immediate priority after a car accident is the safety and well-being of all parties involved. Taking prompt action can prevent further harm and ensure proper medical care.
If it’s safe, move your vehicle to the side of the road or a nearby safe area to avoid blocking traffic and reduce the risk of additional accidents.
Assess yourself and any passengers for injuries. If anyone is injured or complains of pain, call 911 or seek immediate medical attention. Even if injuries appear minor, it’s advisable to undergo a medical evaluation to document any potential hidden injuries.
Once the immediate safety measures are addressed, contacting a healthcare provider familiar with treating injuries related to car accidents can be crucial. Doctors for car accident injuries are skilled at identifying and treating less apparent traumas that may not manifest symptoms immediately. These professionals can also provide essential documentation and guidance for any insurance claims related to the accident. Ensuring you see a doctor for a car accident, even if injuries seem minor, helps protect your health and your legal rights.
Contact Law Enforcement and Gather Information
Contacting law enforcement and collecting essential information will be crucial in establishing the facts of the accident and protecting your rights.
Report the accident to the local law enforcement agency, providing them with accurate information about the incident. The police report will serve as an official record of the accident, which can be invaluable during insurance claims or legal proceedings.
Collect pertinent details from the other party involved in the accident, including their name, contact information, driver’s license number, vehicle registration, and insurance details. Also, gather contact information from any witnesses present at the scene.
Document the Accident Scene
Documenting the accident scene can help preserve evidence and support your case in the future. Use your smartphone or camera to take pictures of the accident scene, vehicle damage, road conditions, and any visible injuries. These visual records can provide crucial evidence and support your version of events.
Make a mental note of important details, such as weather conditions, road signs, traffic signals, and other factors that may have contributed to the accident.
Notify Your Insurance Company
Contacting your insurance company promptly is essential after a car accident, even if the accident was not your fault. When speaking with your insurance company, provide an accurate account of the accident, sticking to the facts without admitting fault. Cooperate fully with the claims process and provide any requested documentation.
Review your insurance policy to understand your coverage and any applicable deadlines or requirements for filing a claim. Your insurance agent can help clarify any questions or concerns you may have.
Consult with an Experienced Injury Attorney
Seeking legal counsel from an experienced personal injury attorney is highly recommended after a car accident, especially if it was not your fault. An attorney can protect your rights and guide you through the complex legal process.
An attorney will assess the details of your case, including the evidence, damages, and liability, to determine the strength of your claim. They can provide legal advice tailored to your specific circumstances.
If the insurance company offers a settlement, your attorney will help negotiate fair and reasonable compensation. They will advocate for your rights and ensure you receive your deserved compensation.
Choosing an experienced injury attorney is crucial for handling your case effectively. Focus on a legal professional specializing in personal injury law and those with experience relevant to your specific case type, such as car accidents or medical malpractice. Investigate their reputation through client reviews and legal ratings on platforms.
Furthermore, confirm their credentials and success rates, and ensure they explain legal terms clearly during a free initial consultation. Local attorneys might offer advantages due to their familiarity with regional laws and courts. Also, consider personal comfort and trust in your interactions. Referrals from acquaintances who have had similar legal needs can also guide your choice. These steps will help you find a competent attorney to achieve the best outcome.
Conclusion
Experiencing a car accident that was not your fault can be challenging. Following the steps outlined in this blog post, you can protect yourself and your rights after such an incident. Remember to prioritize safety, gather essential information, document the accident scene, notify your insurance company, and consult a personal injury attorney. Taking these proactive measures will help you navigate the aftermath of a car accident in Michigan and work towards a fair resolution.
Sports bettors can own digital collectibles and NFTs of their favorite sports teams and athletes, bringing sports betting and NFTs closer than ever before. The sports industry has become aware of the potential of blockchain technologies and cryptocurrencies that can be brought to the industry to monetize fan engagement, engage the global sports market, and attract sponsors in unimaginable ways.
Passionate fans consume sports content that goes beyond the duration of any event. The intertwining relationship between Formula 1 racing and betting traces its roots throughout history. From the very inception of motorsports, enthusiastic fans have flocked to racetracks not only to witness drivers showcasing their valor and skills but also to engage in placing wagers on race outcomes.
Today, Formula 1 betting has achieved unprecedented popularity and accessibility thanks to the remarkable expansion of online betting services. Sporting bodies, clubs, and teams continuously innovate to thrive in the new blockchain and digital age and fulfill their fans’ expectations.
The Covid 19 pandemic brought limitations upon the sports industry, to which it has responded with new strategies to ensure that fans and clubs stay connected in an otherwise socially distant world.
Blockchain technology can revolutionize fans’ experience through non-fungible tokens (NFTs), which are extensively discussed in the sections below. NFT development services will help you stay ahead of innovation by harnessing the power of NFT trading on a public blockchain of your choice.
Advantages of NFTs in Crypto Sports Betting
NFT is revolutionizing how sports fans engage with other members of the industry, favorite sports athletes, and teams.
Some of the advantages of these non-fungible tokens in sports betting include:-
Authenticity: Sports bettors have become more concerned about the authenticity of the products they purchase as counterfeit merchandise rises. NFT resolves this issue by providing tamper-proof digital certificates, proving the products’ authenticity, and ensuring the provenance and uniqueness of their collectibles.
Immersive fan experience: NFT provides sports bettors with the most immersive and unique fan experiences that conventional sports merchandise does not offer. Sports bettors can buy and earn collectibles, iconic plays, and other pieces of history available as non-fungible tokens. Fan experiences can connect with motor betting in a number of ways. By making betting more exciting, providing fans with more information, and connecting fans with each other, immersive fan experiences can make the betting experience more enjoyable and rewarding.
Exclusive Content: Athletes and teams can introduce exclusive content in NFTs to provide their fans with the best experience. It can include training sessions, rare footage, personalized messages, or never-seen behind-the-scenes that may not be available elsewhere.
Potential Investments: NFTs and Bitcoin sportsbooks have great potential to increase over time. A Bitcoin sportsbook offers a way for sports enthusiasts to bet on their favorite teams and events using cryptocurrencies. This makes them lucrative investments. NFTs, particularly limited edition and rare ones, can be bought and sold for a considerable profit.As the adoption of cryptocurrencies grows, bitcoin sportsbooks offer a unique opportunity for investors to participate in the expanding digital betting market.
Community Engagement: NFTs can foster a community where collectors can communicate with one another via online forums or social media platforms and get a chance to share their views and opinions on their favorite athlete or team.
Challenges
While sports organizations and bettors can enjoy several advantages with NFTs and crypto sports betting, they may also face some challenges or risks.
Limited Accessibility: Although NFTs enhance fan experience and engagement, they are new in the industry, and not every participant in the sports betting industry may get access due to different factors like lack of NFT knowledge or access to the technology.
Lack of Regulation: The decentralized crypto and NFT market is mostly unregulated, which can result in scams, fraud, and other illicit activities. Because of this, sports bettors must be careful while purchasing NFTs and buy them from crypto sports betting sites that are reliable and licensed.
Impact on the Environment: Selling and minting NFTs requires energy consumption. This has been highly criticized for its impact on the environment. High energy consumption is associated with using NFTs, which often conflicts with how sustainably the sports organizations try to make their initiatives.
Volatility: NFTs and cryptocurrencies can be extremely volatile, with rapid rising and falling prices based on market supply and demand. While this is an advantage for traders and investors, it can create a sense of uncertainty for sports bettors unfamiliar with the crypto market.
Limited Utility: NFTs provide sports bettors with valuable virtual assets, but their utility is limited. For NFTs to enhance fans’ experience, they require integration with other platforms and technologies that provide a more immersive and interactive experience.
Legal Concerns: There are major legal issues in NFTs for sports betting, including concerns about licensing agreements and intellectual property rights. These issues often complicate the use of NFTs in sports betting, leading to disputes.
Future Crypto Sports Betting
The prospect for NFTs in the crypto sports betting industry is enormous with the continuously evolving technology and more opportunities for revenue generation and fan engagement. NFTs provide a completely new way of interacting with sports athletes and teams. Collecting team jerseys, trading cards, and other limited edition collectibles can bring pride to the sports bettors and build a deep connection with the sports betting industry.
Additionally, athletes and teams can benefit from crypto and NFTs by creating exclusive virtual assets and selling them to fans. NFTs are also used to access control of a sporting event and manage ticketing. By using crypto and NFTs, venues and teams can ensure their products’ authenticity to prevent fraud. All in all, NFTs and cryptocurrencies are the future in sports that can create unique virtual assets and provide a new revenue stream for sports bettors, sports teams, leagues, and even bookmakers.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the cryptocurrency market is highly volatile. Buying NFTs and virtual assets can be a risky investment strategy. However, as these are becoming an integral part of modern-day culture, more regulators are looking closer at NFTs in sports betting. Bettors can engage with their favorite players and teams. They can enjoy authentic and unique digital experiences with NFTs that were otherwise impossible. Remember, the more NFTs the sports bettors earn, the more power or influence they have over their favorite teams.
Experiencing a car accident is often distressing, and managing the aftermath can be daunting. In the event that you find yourself in such a predicament in Toronto, it becomes imperative to have the presence of a skilled car accident attorney by your side. Given the intricate nature of legal proceedings and the significant potential consequences involved in these types of cases, enlisting professional representation is essential to ensure that you receive rightful compensation.
This article aims to furnish crucial pointers and factors to consider that will enable you to make an educated decision when selecting a car accident lawyer specifically for Toronto-related incidents.
Experience and Expertise
When choosing a car accident lawyer, nothing’s more crucial than their experience and expertise in handling similar cases.
Seek out those specializing in car accident claims, boasting a stellar track record of representing clients in the bustling city of Toronto.
With years of practice under their belt, these legal maestros will masterfully navigate the intricacies of your case, thanks to their profound knowledge of local laws and regulations.
Reputation and Reviews
Before making your decision, take the time to research the lawyer’s reputation and read reviews from their previous clients.
Check online platforms, legal directories, and testimonials on the lawyer’s website to gauge their standing in the legal community.
Positive reviews and feedback from past clients are indicative of a lawyer’s competence and reliability.
Accessibility and Communication
Effective communication is vital in any legal case. When choosing a car accident lawyer, opt for someone who is easily accessible and responsive. During your initial interactions with potential lawyers, pay attention to how promptly they reply to your inquiries. A lawyer who keeps you informed and communicates clearly throughout the process will provide you with peace of mind.
Resources and Team
Consider hiring a lawyer from a reputable law firm that has ample resources and a supportive legal team.
Having a strong team behind them allows lawyers to handle complex cases more efficiently.
Inquire about the firm’s size and capabilities to ensure they can adequately dedicate time and resources to your case.
Fee Structure and Payment Plans
Before making a decision, engage in a thorough discussion about the fee structure with potential lawyers.
You’ll find that many car accident lawyers opt for the contingency fee basis, which means they only receive a payment if your case emerges victorious.
But don’t forget to grasp the percentage they’ll take from your settlement, as it holds the key to your financial triumph.
Moreover, don’t shy away from inquiring about any other expenses or fees that might cross your path during this legal expedition. Stay informed, and conquer the road ahead!
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NEWS FROM NEW HAMPSHIRE: Kyle Larson’s third-place finish led the way for Hendrick Motorsports at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on Monday afternoon. After finishing 11th in the opening stage, he moved into the top 10 early in stage two. By lap 100, the driver was in the top five and went on to finish stage two in second. Larson ran as high as second in the final stage and restarted on the inside front row with nine laps to go before ending the day third.
HEATING UP: Following Larson’s top-three finish at New Hampshire, the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series champion has earned the most top-five finishes (nine) of all drivers in the series this year. Larson has scored four top-five finishes in the last six races, one less than he scored in the first 14 races of the season. He has earned the sixth-most points (197) in the field over the last six races. The Elk Grove, California, native ranks third in laps led (598) in 2023, with teammate William Byron (750) atop the category. Larson has run the fourth-most laps in the top five (2,005) and top 10 (3,192) this season.
COMING TO POCONO: In his 15 starts at Pocono Raceway, Larson has enjoyed several strong runs, including two runner-up finishes. He has completed 99.4% of his 2,335 laps attempted, led 134 circuits, scored five top-five finishes and nine top-10s at the Long Pond, Pennsylvania, track. Larson’s 11.00 average finish for his Cup Series career at “The Tricky Triangle” is third-best among drivers in Sunday’s field. At the 2.5-mile venue, he currently holds the longest active streak of top-10 finishes (four) and the best average finish (5.33) over the last four races.
FOUR TIRES FAST: The No. 5 HendrickCars.com pit crew has the second-fastest average four-tire pit stop time (11.069 seconds) this season, just behind teammate Byron’s No. 24 crew (10.943 seconds). Their four-tire stop of 9.281 seconds on lap 93 in last month’s race at Nashville Superspeedway is the second-fastest four-tire stop of the season. The No. 5 team’s five-person pit crew consists of Blaine Anderson (front-tire changer), R.J. Barnette (tire carrier), Brandon Harder (fueler), Brandon Johnson (jackman) and Calvin Teague (rear-tire changer). Rod Cox is currently filling in for Teague, who is week-to-week as he rehabs a knee injury.
WEEKDAY RACING: On Tuesday, Larson climbed behind the wheel of the No. 57 sprint car at Lernerville Speedway in Sarver, Pennsylvania. For the second consecutive year, he won the top prize in the Don Martin Memorial Silver Cup in the All-Star Circuit of Champions.
UYRS GRAND PRIX: This Friday, Larson will partner with the Urban Youth Racing School (UYRS) for the second UYRS Kyle Larson and Friends Grand Prix. The No. 5 driver will be accompanied by Chevrolet Cup Series competitors Corey LaJoie (Spire Motorsports, No. 7) and Ricky Stenhouse Jr. (JTG Daugherty Racing, No. 47) at the go-kart event. The students will pick teams, practice in the go-karts and take the green flag for the UYRS Grand Prix! Hendrick Motorsports has been a long-time supporter of the UYRS and Larson has developed a strong relationship with the Philadelphia-based school. To learn more about the UYRS, click here.
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9 CHASE ELLIOTT
Age: 27 (Nov. 28, 1995)
Hometown: Dawsonville, Georgia
Resides: Dawsonville, Georgia
Crew Chief: Alan Gustafson
Standings: 23rd
No. 9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
Chase Elliott, driver of the No. 9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, will be available to members of the media at the Pocono Raceway media center on Friday, July 21, at 2:30 p.m. local time.
POCONO PERFORMANCE: Chase Elliott has 13 NASCAR Cup Series starts at Pocono Raceway with one win, four top-five finishes, eight top-10s and 67 laps led. Though he was the third car to cross the finish line in last season’s race at Pocono, Elliott was awarded the victory after the two cars ahead of him failed post-race technical inspection. Over the last four Cup races held at Pocono, the 27-year-old driver has the sixth-best average finish (11.00).
DOUBLE DUTY: This weekend, in addition to Sunday’s Cup Series race, Elliott will run the NASCAR Xfinity Series event on Saturday. The 2014 Xfinity champion will drive the No. 17 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, his first start for Hendrick Motorsports’ Xfinity Series program. In his lone Xfinity Series start at “The Tricky Triangle” in 2018 (with GMS Racing), the Dawsonville, Georgia, native earned a second-place result. Across 82 races in the series, Elliott has five wins, 34 top-five finishes, 66 top-10s, two pole awards and 689 laps led. He won the Xfinity Series title during his rookie season driving for JR Motorsports.
AG IN PA: This weekend, Alan Gustafson will call his 36th Pocono Cup Series race from atop the pit box. In his previous 35 races at the 2.5-mile track, he has amassed three wins – one with Elliott (2022) and two with NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon (2011 and 2012) – nine top-five finishes, 19 top-10s and 202 laps led.
NUMERICAL DETAILS: Last year’s win for Elliott in the No. 9 marked the seventh time that the car number has reached victory lane at Pocono, which is tied for the second-most wins by car number with the Nos. 18 and 88 at the Pennsylvania facility. The other drivers to win in that number at the venue are Chase’s dad, Bill Elliott (five times) and Kasey Kahne (once)
GIVE ME FIVE: Over the past five Cup Series races, Elliott has earned the fifth-most points (157) and has the best average finish (7.40). That stretch of races includes three consecutive top-five finishes at Sonoma Raceway, Nashville Superspeedway and the Chicago Street Course. Despite missing seven races this season, he is tied for the seventh-most top-five finishes (five) in the sport’s top series.
PLAYOFF PUSH: Elliott currently sits 23rd in the Cup Series point standings, 60 points outside of the provisional cutline for a playoff spot. With six races left in the regular season, the Hendrick Motorsports driver needs to average 10 markers gained per race on the cutline to advance to the playoffs on points. While pointing his way in is still mathematically possible, the most straightforward way for Elliott to lock himself into the playoffs is with a victory. He has earned three of his 18 career Cup Series wins across two of the six tracks remaining in the regular season (Pocono and Watkins Glen International). At three of the other tracks, Elliott has nearly taken home the hardware, finishing runner-up at Richmond Raceway, Michigan International Speedway (three times), and Daytona International Speedway (twice).
GET UP AND GO: NAPA Auto Parts is back on board the No. 9 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 this weekend at Pocono. The Atlanta-based company has been the primary partner for Elliott in all but one of his Cup Series starts on the 2.5-mile triangle, including his win at the track last year. Get a look at all the angles of the No. 9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevy here.
24 WILLIAM BYRON
Age: 25 (Nov. 29, 1997)
Hometown: Charlotte, North Carolina
Resides: Charlotte, North Carolina
Crew Chief: Rudy Fugle
Standings: 2nd
No. 24 RaptorTough.com Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
EYE ON THE PRIZE: With six races left in the regular season, William Byron is second in the NASCAR Cup Series driver points standings, just 17 markers behind the leader. The Charlotte, North Carolina, native is looking for his first Cup Series regular-season championship and the extra 15 playoff points that come with it. To this point, Byron leads the series in wins (four), average running position (9.10), laps led (750), laps run in the top five (2,577) and stage wins (seven). His 750 laps led mark a new season-high for the 25-year-old driver in that category. In addition, Byron is second in top-10 finishes (eight) to Hendrick Motorsports teammate Kyle Larson (nine), has run the second-most laps in the top 10 (3,397) and has collected the second-most points (208) over the last six races.
TWO-FOUR: The No. 24 has scored the win at Pocono Raceway six times – tied for the fifth-most wins by a car number at “The Tricky Triangle,” all coming with Jeff Gordon. If Byron were to end up in victory lane Sunday, the No. 24 would be tied for the second-most wins at Pocono with the Nos. 9, 18 and 88. A win would also move the iconic number into a tie with the No. 2 for the third-most Cup Series wins by car number at 102. Earlier this month, Byron’s triumph at Atlanta Motor Speedway placed the No. 24 in a tie for the fourth-most wins by car number with the No. 3 at 101.
PREVIEWING POCONO: In his nine Cup Series starts at the Long Pond, Pennsylvania, track, Byron has one pole award (June 2019), two top-five finishes, five top-10s and 70 laps led. He holds the top average finish (9.40) among drivers in Sunday’s race, with his track-best finish of third coming in the first race of the June 2021 doubleheader. In the last four Pocono races, Byron has an average finish of 8.50 – third-best behind teammates Larson and Alex Bowman. In fact, his five top-10 finishes are the fourth-most for him at a track in his Cup Series career.
PAST POCONO WINNER: Byron isn’t a stranger to victory lane at Pocono. After starting from the pole in 2016, he dominated the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race, leading 44 out of 60 laps before capturing the checkered flag.
TRICKY TRICKY TRICKY: Crew chief Rudy Fugle has three previous Cup Series starts at Pocono under his belt. His best showing with Byron and the No. 24 team came in 2021 – the first race of a doubleheader – where the group finished third after starting second. Since that initial race, Fugle has back-to-back 12th-place finishes at the Cup Series level. The Livonia, New York, native has had more success at the 2.5-mile track though. In seven Truck Series starts, Fugle has visited victory lane there two times, going back-to-back in 2016 and 2017. Byron was his winning driver in the 2016 event. In those Truck Series starts, Fugle’s drivers have also racked up a pole award, four top-five finishes, five top-10s and 71 laps led.
PIT ROAD PROWESS: After 20 races in the 2023 season, the No. 24 pit crew remains in the top spot with the fastest average four-tire pit stop time of 10.943 seconds. The No. 24 pit crew consists of Spencer Bishop (jackman), Jeff Cordero (front-tire changer), Orane Ossowski (rear-tire changer), Ryan Patton (tire carrier) and Landon Walker (fueler). The team has also had three of the fastest pit stops of the season, which rank sixth (9.383 seconds), eighth (9.443 seconds) and ninth (9.504 seconds) overall.
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48 Alex Bowman
Age: 30 (April 25, 1993)
Hometown: Tucson, Arizona
Resides: Concord, North Carolina
Crew Chief: Blake Harris
Standings: 20th
No. 48 Ally Best Friends Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
POCONO? NO PROBLEM: Statistically, Pocono Raceway is one of Alex Bowman’s best tracks in the NASCAR Cup Series. The Tucson, Arizona, native has one win (June 2021 – the first race of the doubleheader weekend), two top-five finishes, four top-10s and has led 34 circuits at “The Tricky Triangle.” Bowman’s win at the three-cornered track was his third of four wins in his career-best year in the Cup Series. Additionally, Bowman has the second-best average finish (7.00) in the last four races at Pocono, trailing only Hendrick Motorsports teammate Kyle Larson. In that four-race stretch, Bowman has not finished outside the top 11.
NO TRICKS HERE: Since the start of the 2021 season, Bowman’s average finish (6.3) at Pocono is his third-best among all tracks. The only venues where he has a better finishing position in that span are Dover Motor Speedway (3.00) and Circuit of The Americas (4.33).
NEED MORE POINTS: With just six Cup Series races left before the 2023 playoffs, Bowman is 42 markers behind the provisional cutoff line. With that said, the 30-year-old wheelman needs to gain an average of seven points per race on the field as it stands to make it in on points. Bowman could punch his ticket to the playoffs with a win in the coming races. In fact of the next six tracks, he has wins at two of them (Pocono and Richmond Raceway, both coming in 2021).
GO BEST FRIENDS: This weekend, the No. 48 Ally Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 will bring back the Best Friends Animal Society colors to celebrate the partnership Bowman and Ally have with the philanthropic organization, aiming to end kill shelters by 2025. At Pocono, the No. 48 will carry 400 pet names from fans who donated to Best Friends. Those 400 names can be found across the hood and decklid of the No. 48. In addition, Bowman and Ally will make charitable contributions to the Lehigh Valley Humane Society, which serves the local community in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Both Bowman and Ally will donate $4,800 to Best Friends and the Lehigh Valley Humane Society. Ally will increase its donation to $10,000 if the No. 48 team wins on Sunday.
HOMETOWN HEROES: Two members of the No. 48 pit crew are Pennsylvania natives. Front-tire changer Donnie Tasser hails from Belle Vernon and went to the University of Pittsburgh. Tasser was a member of the wrestling team from 2008 to 2013, competing through his entire college career. Teammate and No. 48 jackman Allen Holman, who is from Harrisburg, played football for Shippensburg University as a linebacker.
HENDRICK MOTORSPORTS /
Hendrick Motorsports
2023
All-Time
Pocono
Races
20
1,329
77
Wins
6*
297*
19*
Poles
5*
244*
13*
Top 5
26*
1,216*
76*
Top 10
37*
2,082*
136*
Laps Led
1,455*
78,772*
3,372*
Stage Wins
10*
89
4
*Most **Most (tie)
CLOSING IN ON 300: Hendrick Motorsports is just three points-paying victories away from its milestone 300th win in the NASCAR Cup Series. Twenty drivers have combined to reach the organization’s current total of 297, which is the most Cup Series wins by any team. With six points-paying victories in 2023, the team has posted its 36th multi-win season in the Cup Series while maintaining a streak of at least two per season for the past 30 years. The organization has gone to victory lane at more racetracks (31) than any other active team.
MILESTONE MOMENTS: In addition to 300 Cup Series wins, Hendrick Motorsports is approaching several other major milestones. With 244 pole awards, the team is just six away from 250 at the Cup level. In addition, Hendrick Motorsports engines have recorded 495 NASCAR national series victories and need just five more to reach 500.
XFINITY RIDES AGAIN: Hendrick Motorsports will make the third of its five starts in the NASCAR Xfinity Series this season at Pocono Raceway. As announced last week, Chase Elliott will drive the car. The entry is also slated to make starts at Watkins Glen International with Alex Bowman and Darlington Raceway with Kyle Larson. Greg Ives will serve as the team’s crew chief, which marks a reunion with Elliott as the two won the 2014 Xfinity championship together. The team’s previous two Xfinity starts this season have resulted in finishes of second (William Byron at Circuit of The Americas) and third (Larson at Sonoma Raceway). The organization has one championship and 26 wins in the series, with Tony Stewart recording the last victory to date at Daytona International Speedway in 2009.
EDGE OF SEVENTEEN: For the Xfinity races, the Chevrolet Camaro will carry the No. 17 with sponsorship from HendrickCars.com. The No. 17 carries special significance to the Hendrick Motorsports family as it is the same number Ricky Hendrick drove and won with in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. That number has won 39 times in Xfinity Series history, and two of the four drivers to win in it – Darrell Waltrip and Terry Labonte – would go on to win in the Cup Series with Hendrick Motorsports.
RANK AND FILE: The Concord, North Carolina, based team’s 19 wins at Pocono are its fourth-most all-time by track. The only tracks where Hendrick Motorsports has been more successful are Martinsville Speedway (28 wins), Dover Motor Speedway (22 wins) and Charlotte Motor Speedway (21 wins).
NINE TO GET 19: Nine drivers have accounted for the Rick Hendrick-owned team’s 19 wins at “The Tricky Triangle.” Jeff Gordon leads the way with six. Tim Richmond and Jimmie Johnson each earned three wins, while Dale Earnhardt Jr. picked up two triumphs at the 2.5-mile track. Bowman, Elliott, Labonte, Geoff Bodine and Kasey Kahne each won once. Bowman and Elliott’s wins have come in two of the last three Pocono races.
POCONO POWER: From August 2012 to August 2014, Hendrick Motorsports won five straight races at the Long Pond, Pennsylvania, venue. That run included Gordon’s then-record sixth win at the track, which has since been matched, as well as Earnhardt Jr.’s 2014 sweep. The five-race streak is the longest consecutive stretch of wins for any one race team at Pocono.
FOUR SCORE: Since the start of the 1986 season, Hendrick Motorsports has had 17 instances where a driver has earned four wins in the first 20 races of the year. Byron is the most recent to do so this year and joins Larson (2021) as the second driver for the team to do it in the last three years. The others to accomplish this in team history are Richmond (1986), Waltrip (1989), Gordon (1995-1999, 2004 and 2007), Johnson (2004, 2007, 2010, 2013 and 2015) and Martin (2009).
STILL STREAKING: In the past 10 points-paying races dating back to Dover in May, Hendrick Motorsports has had at least one driver finish in the top five. The most recent streak by Hendrick Motorsports of the same length came in 2013 during the 10-race playoffs from Chicagoland Speedway to Homestead-Miami Speedway.
TOP OF THE BOARD: In the Next Gen era (2022-present), Hendrick Motorsports has won the most races (17) of any team. That total is six more than the next closest team. In that span of time, all four drivers in its lineup – Byron (six), Larson (five), Elliott (five) and Bowman (one) – have notched victories.
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Kyle Larson, driver of the No. 5 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, on his recent results at Pocono Raceway: “The No. 5 HENDRICKCARS.COM team almost got a win there (at Pocono Raceway) in 2021 and we got a top-five finish there last year. Hopefully, we can get a win there this year.”
Cliff Daniels, crew chief of the No. 5 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, on the team’s approach at Pocono: “We are looking forward to going to Pocono (Raceway). It’s been a pretty good track for us. We had a tough finish there in 2021 when we were on a streak of wins and then it kind of slipped away from us. We certainly know how tricky the track can be – no pun intended there for what its nickname is. It’s usually a challenge there in all three corners, very unique and different. Kyle (Larson) has a knack for unique tracks and can pretty much adapt anywhere. We have just got to give him a good car, make sure we execute a good race and hopefully we will be in good shape.”
Chase Elliott, driver of the No. 9 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, on what it would mean to be the driver to put the No. 17 NASCAR Xfinity Series entry in victory lane with everything that number means to the Hendrick family: “I think that’s the big thing. It is special to not only Rick (Hendrick), but Linda (Hendrick) too. Driving for them and knowing how much it means to them to have that car on track would be great. I know they’ve been super close (to winning) and probably should have a couple by now, so hopefully we can start racking them up for them.”
Alan Gustafson, crew chief of the No. 9 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, on Elliott racing double duty this weekend and the team’s outlook for Pocono: “The cars are so different now. I think before the Next Gen, the two series were much closer to be able to take some things setup wise and information wise, and certainly line wise for Chase (Elliott). That said, anytime you’re racing something it is still beneficial. He can certainly learn something and going through the experience is good. I think they’ll have an opportunity to win the race, so I think that’s good. Certainly, a capable bunch and the car has run so well. They just have had tough circumstances, so hopefully he can win. For us on this No. 9 team, we’re focused on trying to get our car dialed in and driving well. We want to have as much pace as we can and execute a good race on Sunday.”
William Byron, driver of the No. 24 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, on rebounding at Pocono: “While we didn’t have our strongest race last weekend at New Hampshire (Motor Speedway), I’m confident in my team that we’ll rebound at Pocono (Raceway). We’ve always had fast cars there not only as a team but as an organization as well. Rudy (Fugle) and I have a win there in trucks and we came close in 2021 to getting two wins in the doubleheader weekend. Heading to a track that we’ve been traditionally really good at helps to bring that momentum back for everyone after a tough weekend. I’m just excited to get on track and put New Hampshire behind us.”
Rudy Fugle, crew chief of the No. 24 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, on what is the most challenging aspect about racing at Pocono: “I’ve always enjoyed racing at Pocono Raceway and I know William (Byron) has as well. While the track has three different corners with their own characteristics, we traditionally have always thought that you had to ‘give up’ handling in one corner to really get the other two right. I don’t think that’s as much of the case anymore. You can get turns one and three pretty similar in handling – it’s turn two that’s the hardest and what really sets you up for the rest of the lap. The whole track is rough but turn two is the most treacherous, so you have to worry a lot about the ride quality of the car and any bump contact.”
Alex Bowman, driver of the No. 48 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, on how his past at Pocono will help him this weekend: “Having won there (at Pocono Raceway) in 2021 and knowing what it takes to win helps a lot. Blake (Harris, crew chief) and I have been looking at past notes, leaned on our teammates’ notes to try and get the car in a good spot for practice and make adjustments from there. I’ve said it before, but this No. 48 team is really strong and there is no reason we can’t go win any given weekend. We have to keep staying focused on each race and be ready to perform when the time comes. Right now, we are focused on trying to win at Pocono (Raceway).”
Blake Harris, crew chief of the No. 48 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, on the next few races: “We have six races left in the regular season and Alex (Bowman) has wins at two of them, which is great for us in terms of confidence. Our team is plenty capable of contending every week but having a few tracks where Alex has found success is reassuring. Obviously, we have to take it one race at a time, stay focused on the small tasks and make sure we aren’t complacent on the easy tasks. It takes a team to win a race and our group is firing on all cylinders to punch our ticket into the top 16. Hopefully, we go get it done this Sunday at Pocono (Raceway).”
LAKEVILLE, Connecticut – Mercedes-AMG Motorsport Customer Racing teams WeatherTech Racing, Team Korthoff Motorsports and Winward Racing compete in the first of this year’s two IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Grand Touring (GT) feature races this weekend in the FCP Euro Northeast Grand Prix at Lime Rock Park, July 21 – 22. Featuring the GT Daytona (GTD) and GTD Pro classes, Saturday’s Northeast Grand Prix can be viewed live on the USA Network at Noon EDT, with free live streaming coverage available for international viewers at IMSA.com. The Northeast Grand Prix joins next month’s event at VIRginia International Raceway (VIR) as the only GT feature races on the IMSA schedule.
Jules Gounon, Daniel Juncadella and the No. 79 WeatherTech Racing/Proton Competition Mercedes-AMG GT3 team have been battling for the GTD Pro driver and team championships all year and look forward to continuing the fight on the 1.4-mile Lime Rock “bullring,” which is the shortest track on the IMSA circuit. WeatherTech has a class-leading two race wins this year at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and the season-opening Rolex 24 At Daytona.
The No. 79 team and drivers have led or ranked second in the GTD Pro points standings all season and narrowed the gap to the current leaders with a third-place finish one race ago at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP). Heading into Lime Rock, the No. 79 team and drivers are second in the GTD Pro championships with 2,014 points, 96 points shy of the current class leaders. WeatherTech’s success has also singlehandedly moved Mercedes-AMG into the GTD Pro manufacturer championship picture this season with the same points differential to the first-place competitor as the team and driver title races.
WeatherTech was one of two Mercedes-AMG Motorsport Customer Racing teams reaching the podium at CTMP. In GTD competition, the No. 32 Team Korthoff Motorsports Mercedes-AMG GT3 team and co-drivers Mikael Grenier and Mike Skeen broke through for their first podium of the season with a third-place finish. Korthoff was also competitive and in line for a podium result last year at Lime Rock only to be just edged at the line to place fourth in a frenzied finish.
The No. 57 Winward Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3 team and co-drivers Russell Ward and Philip Ellis are next in line at Lime Rock Park to have a change of fortune after a challenging season to date. Ellis was running in second place two weeks ago at CTMP only to be forced to pit late in the race with a cut tire.
Winward is also determined to avenge another late misfortune in last year’s Lime Rock race when Ellis took the white flag in the lead only to slow with a mechanical issue with the checkered flag in sight. Despite the disappointments, Winward’s pace and performance at both CTMP and Lime Rock last year bode well for an overdue strong race result Saturday.
The Northeast Grand Prix is bookended by a pair of IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge series sprint races that will see Murillo Racing and team driver Tim Probert carry the Mercedes-AMG Motorsport Customer Racing flag.
The new-for-2023 VP Racing series runs consecutive races for the first time following a return to competition two weeks ago at CTMP after being idle since March. Unlike the multiple driver WeatherTech Championship, the VP Challenge is a single-driver series featuring 45-minute sprints and no scheduled pit stops.
Longtime Murillo Racing driver Probert drives the team’s No. 65 Mercedes-AMG GT4 and showed no rust from the four-month break with a Bronze Cup class victory and top-five overall finish in the opening race at CTMP. The overall fifth-place finish was the best for Probert since placing fourth in the second race of the debut VP Racing weekend at Daytona last January.
A literal twist for some of the Mercedes-AMG Motorsports customer teams and drivers and their competitors this weekend will be the use of Lime Rock’s chicane just before the track’s uphill section that leads to the fast run down to the front straight. The chicane has traditionally been used for the WeatherTech series and will also be in place for all VP Racing series on-track sessions this weekend.
A tight, two-day event weekend, on-track action at Lime Rock gets underway Friday with morning and afternoon practice sessions for all series to set the stage for VP Racing qualifying at 4:20 p.m. EDT and GTD/GTD Pro qualifying at 5:40 p.m. EDT.
Saturday’s first on-track activity is the opening VP Racing sprint at 9:05 a.m. EDT. The featured FCP Euro Northeast Grand Prix goes green at 12:10 p.m. EDT for a two-hour and 40-minute race that will be followed by the final VP race at 3:05 p.m. EDT.
Daniel Juncadella, Driver – No. 79 WeatherTech Racing/Proton Competition Mercedes-AMG GT3: “I really like Lime Rock. It is short and pretty cool. I had my first experience there in Formula BMW where I won my first international race. So, I have very good memories of Lime Rock. It is a different layout with the chicane going up the hill. I think the WeatherTech Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3 will be good around that short track. We have a little more horsepower, so we will focus on the set-up and our strategy. Having a GT3 only weekend is always fun. Going for an overall win and not having to deal with the prototypes makes it a little more competitive.”
Jules Gounon, Driver – No. 79 WeatherTech Racing/Proton Competition Mercedes-AMG GT3: “I really like the track, which I ran for the first-time racing with Cooper MacNeil last year. There are a lot of fans that surround the track on the outside and inside, so it gives a feel like you are racing in an arena. I don’t know of any other track that is this short. Since it is GT only, Lime Rock and VIR are our only chances during the season to take an overall win without the prototype cars on the track. That’s the goal this weekend!”
Mike Skeen, Driver – No. 32 Team Korthoff Motorsports Mercedes-AMG GT3: “There is always loads of effort put in and lots of performance and passion to achieve great results, but we haven’t always been able to get all of the right pieces to fall into place. Some of that is luck, but to get that monkey off our back and get a podium builds some confidence and proves that we can do it and that we deserve to be up there. Hopefully we can take the next few steps to get a win out of it. Lime Rock suits the Mercedes-AMG GT4 really well. It has lots of high-speed, fast sweepers, which are good for the car, and we did really well there last year and felt we had a really good car. We felt like we were certainly going to be on the podium and potentially challenge for the win but not everything fell into place. Going back there I feel like we have pretty high potential for being up front again.”
Tim Probert, Driver – No. 65 Murillo Racing Mercedes-AMG GT4: “I really like Lime Rock. It’s going to be a little different for us this year because we have always run the full course, but we are going to use the chicane this year. I think we are all scrambling a little bit to figure out what that means to us in terms of car setup and how we make sure we are quick there. I have been to Lime Rock many times, originally through MX5 Cup for about 10 seasons and then about 10 seasons or thereabouts in IMSA Pilot Challenge. Been there, a lot, plenty of seat time, but the first time running the chicane. It’s going to be interesting, but our Mercedes-AMG GT4 loves to corner so it might help.”
HighPoint.com 400 Pocono Raceway NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) Sunday, July 23 at 2:30 p.m. EDT on USA
Kaulig Racing has made two NCS starts at Pocono Raceway, earning top-25 finishes in both starts.
So far in the 2023 season, Kaulig Racing has earned one runner-up finish, a third-place finish, nine top-10 finishes and has led 30 laps.
AJ Allmendinger, No. 16 Action Industries Camaro ZL1
AJ Allmendinger has made 22 starts at Pocono Raceway and has led five laps and earned two top-10 finishes.
The Pocono 400 will mark Allmendinger’s first NCS start on the Tricky Triangle since 2018.
So far in the 2023 NCS season, Allmendinger has led seven laps and earned one top five, four top 10 and seven top-15 finishes.
“Pocono is definitely one of the most unique, tougher racetracks that we go to with all three corners being completely different. I think this is a track that track position is key, but because of how long the track is, strategy is really important. I’m looking forward to the challenge of it. Our speed at bigger racetracks has been good this year and Pocono is a track that if we get right, we can get some good points at. Hopefully we unload solid and have speed to put together a good race and rebound from last week.” – AJ Allmendinger on Pocono Raceway
Justin Haley has made two NCS starts at Pocono Raceway.
So far in the 2023 NCS season, Haley has earned one top five and five top-10 finishes with a best qualifying effort of third.
Haley’s best finish of the season came from his runner-up finish in the first-ever race at the Chicago Street Course where he led 23 laps, the most he has led in a single race.
After completing the 2023 Coca-Cola 600 and Alsco Uniforms 300, Haley now holds the record for the most NASCAR National Series miles completed in a single day by any driver in NASCAR history.
“I always love going to Pocono. The speed in our cars at the bigger tracks right now is really good, so I’m happy to get on track and keep working toward great finishes. Pocono is a challenging track and so unique it makes it that much more enjoyable to drive” – Justin Haley on Pocono Raceway
Pocono Mountains 225 Pocono Raceway NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS) Saturday, July 22 at 5:30 p.m. EDT on USA
Kaulig Racing has made 13 NXS starts at Pocono Raceway and has earned three top fives, eight top-10 finishes and 31-laps led.
So far in the 2023 NXS season, Kaulig Racing has earned four wins, 14 top fives, 30 top 10-finishes and four pole awards.
Daniel Suarez, No. 10 LeafHome Water Solutions Chevrolet Camaro
Daniel Suarez has made two NXS starts at Pocono Raceway, earning a top five and a top-10 finish In both starts.
Suarez won the NXS championship in 2016, claiming three victories that same year at Michigan, Dover and the championship finale at Homestead-Miami.
“This is a great opportunity for me. The Kaulig Chevrolets have been fast all year and I can’t wait to get in one and see how we do. I have always liked racing in the Xfinity Series and there are so many good memories from those days. This isn’t going to be an easy race. The competition is tough these days and Pocono is one of the toughest tracks on the circuit. I want to thank Kaulig for giving me a chance.” – Daniel Suarez on Pocono Raceway
Daniel Hemric, No. 11 Chevy Accessories Chevrolet Camaro
Daniel Hemric has made five NXS starts at Pocono Raceway, where he has earned one top five, four top-10 finishes and 18-laps led.
Hemric currently sits seventh in the 2023 NXS standings and has earned three top five and 10 top-10 finishes.
“Pocono is a place that is always fun from the driver’s seat. It really comes down to racing yourself and trying to make as smooth lap times as possible. A lot of throttle time is also key. Hopefully we can do that this weekend. I’m looking forward to the opportunity to go there and have a good weekend and see what the team can unload for us and how we can execute the weekend.” – Daniel Hemric on Pocono Raceway
Chandler Smith, No. 16 Quick Tie Products Chevrolet Camaro
Chandler Smith will make his first start at Pocono Raceway in the NXS in the Pocono Mountains 225.
Smith won the 2022 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series (NCTS) race at Pocono Raceway after qualifying in second.
Smith sits fifth in the NXS points standings with one win, five top five and eight top-10 finishes.
“I’ve got a lot of fond memories of racing at Pocono, obviously with winning in Trucks last year. It’s a difficult track to set up for since all three corners are different. You’re going to have to compromise to get at least one turn right compared to the other two. We ran pretty much full throttle through turn two there last year in Trucks, but I think it’ll feel a bit different in NXS cars. It’s a challenge, and I enjoy it the that reason.” – Chandler Smith on Pocono Raceway
About Kaulig Racing™
Kaulig Racing™ is a full-time multi-car NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) and NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS) team, owned by award winning entrepreneur, Matt Kaulig. Established in 2016, Kaulig Racing™ has made the NXS Playoffs consecutively each season since the playoff system started and has won back-to-back regular-season championships. Before becoming a full-time NCS team, Kaulig Racing made multiple starts in the 2021 NCS season and won in its seventh-ever start with AJ Allmendinger’s victory at “The Brickyard” for the Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The team expanded to a two-car, full-time NCS team in 2022 with Justin Haley piloting the No. 31 Camaro ZL1, and an all-star lineup featured in the No. 16 Camaro ZL1. Haley will continue to drive the No. 31 full-time in 2023, alongside AJ Allmendinger, who will drive the No. 16 Camaro ZL1. The team will continue to field three, full-time NXS entries; the No. 10 Chevrolet driven by an all-star lineup, the No. 11 Chevrolet driven by Daniel Hemric, and the No. 16 Chevrolet driven by Chandler Smith. To learn more about the team, visit kauligracing.com.
