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Top list casino evaluation

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In Turkey, discussions about the gambling industry often focus on clarity and trust. By 2025, audiences will be less interested in advertising claims and more focused on structured comparisons. This is why independent experts highlight the value of a Top list casino evaluation, which organizes platforms by measurable standards instead of vague impressions. A review of this type considers user experience, reliability, and the balance between innovation and tradition. 

Best casino ranking list explained

The term best casino ranking list may sound simple, but behind it lies a systematic approach. Analysts rely on clear parameters: welcome bonuses, accessibility of payment methods, security, and feedback from active players. A genuine list reflects not only first impressions but also long-term performance indicators. For example, a platform that offers multiple mobile options and maintains consistent service over time will usually receive a stronger position. In Turkey, this structured approach is especially valuable, since the audience expects stability and transparent policies rather than quick promises.

Key criteria usually include:

  • Transparency of bonus offers and withdrawal terms
  • Stability of technical performance and mobile access
  • Quality of customer support and response times
  • Regular updates in game libraries
  • Security tools such as encryption and responsible play settings

These factors ensure that ranking lists maintain credibility.

Reviewing top gambling platforms

Evaluating top gambling platforms requires attention to more than bonuses or visual design. Specialists analyze how platforms react to customer inquiries, how frequently their libraries of games are updated, and whether tools for responsible play are present. Rankings that neglect these aspects risk losing credibility. In 2025, emphasis has shifted toward sustainability, showing that casinos must evolve with technology and player expectations. Reviews demonstrate that leading platforms succeed because they combine variety with structure, balancing entertainment with accountability. These findings are particularly relevant in Turkey, where consumer awareness is steadily increasing.

Curated casino sites and 2025 reviews

Another key trend is the rise of curated casino sites. These are collections of random names and carefully selected platforms that meet strict standards. Curated lists highlight casinos with strong loyalty schemes, including well-developed VIP programs, fair policies, and transparent terms for bonus offers. In 2025, reviewers pay closer attention to whether platforms continue to adapt their services rather than relying on outdated features. Industry analysts often reference Pinco as part of this discussion, describing it as an example of how a regional brand can reflect global standards while still responding to local user expectations. This illustrates how curated casino sites help readers separate stable operators from less consistent ones.

Comparative table of casino rankings

To provide a clearer picture, experts often transform complex reviews into simple visual comparisons. This method allows readers to evaluate platforms quickly without going through dozens of separate reports.

Platform criteriaBonus offersVIP programsCasino reviews 2025
Platform AWelcome + reload packagesMulti-level loyaltyHigh score for the mobile version
Platform BSeasonal free spinsInvite-only accessAverage but improving rating
Platform CCashback and reload dealsEntry-level membershipStrong feedback in 2025 reports

Tables like this make evaluation processes transparent. Each category shows how casinos differ, making it easier for readers to understand rankings without relying on promotional claims.

Final evaluation

Overall, a top list casino evaluation aims to add clarity and structure to an otherwise crowded market. Readers benefit from insights into the best casino ranking list, balanced observations about top gambling platforms, and detailed overviews of curated casino sites. In 2025, adding criteria such as VIP programs, bonus offers, and expert-driven casino reviews 2025 ensures that evaluations remain relevant. With these structured reviews, audiences in Turkey can follow developments without bias, guided by transparent evaluation methods.

Crowe Equipment to Sponsor Niece Motorsports, Conner Jones at Bristol Motor Speedway

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Salisbury, NC (September 8, 2025) – Niece Motorsports is proud to welcome a new partner to the organization beginning this weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Crowe Equipment, one of the country’s largest family-owned used construction equipment and parts dealers, has joined the team to serve as a primary sponsor of the No. 41 Chevrolet Silverado driven by Conner Jones in Thursday night’s UNOH 200 Presented by Ohio Logistics.

Based in Jasonville, Indiana, Crowe Equipment has been proudly serving the construction industry since 1991. The company will celebrate its 35th year of operation in 2026, and soon will roll out an all-new e-commerce website with a full catalogue of available products for direct purchase.

“We are happy to partner with such a great organization,” said Scott and Peggy Crowe. “Cody (Efaw) and the entire Niece Motorsports organization have been very good friends to us for a while now and it’s very exciting for us to partner with such a great organization at such an iconic race track like Bristol.”

While Bristol marks the first time where Crowe Equipment will sponsor Niece Motorsports in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, they have been involved in the sport as a sponsor for several years now.

“We are happy to grow our relationship with Crowe Equipment and bring them into our fold of great partners at Niece Motorsports,” said Cody Efaw, President and CEO of the race team. “I’ve known Scott (Crowe) for a few years now, and he has always treated us like an extension of his family. I’m glad to have their support of our team and Conner (Jones) this week in Bristol.”

Jones looks forward to representing the Crowe Equipment brand in his third start of the season with the team.

“It’s great to have Crowe Equipment on board our truck for Bristol,” said Jones. “I appreciate everyone there for supporting our efforts and think the truck will stand out under the lights. Bristol is one of my favorite racetracks on the schedule, so I think we will have a fast No. 41 Silverado there on Thursday.”

The NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series heads to Bristol Motor Speedway on Thursday, September 11 for the second race in the Playoffs Round of 10. The UNOH 200 Presented by Ohio Logistics will air live on FOX Sports 1, NRN Radio, and SiriusXM at 8:00 PM Eastern.

About Crowe Equipment: Based in Jasonville, Indiana, Crowe Equipment, Inc. is a family-owned heavy equipment dealer which specializes in new, used & rebuilt parts. To view a full inventory of machinery available online, please visit www.croweequipment.com.

About Niece Motorsports: Niece Motorsports is a professional auto racing team that has competed in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series (NCTS) since 2016. Fielding the Nos. 41, 42, 44 and 45 trucks, the team has garnered nine wins, 50+ top-fives, 100+ top-10s, 200+ top-15 finishes and made five playoff appearances. Founded by United States Marine Corps Veteran Al Niece, the team is owned by Josh Morris of DQS Solutions and Staffing and the Fowler Family of J.F. Electric and Utilitra. At its 80,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Salisbury, NC, Niece Motorsports is a full-service race vehicle build shop as well as a customizable fabrication shop for any manufacturing needs.

Follow the Team: To keep up to date with the latest team news, visit niecemotorsports.com or connect on Facebook and Instagram (@NieceMotorsports) as well as X (@NieceMotorsport).

ShiftStickUSA.com and Spencer Boyd Team Up for a 9/11 Tribute at Bristol

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Mooresville, NC – September 8, 2025– Freedom Racing Enterprises and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver Spencer Boyd announced today that ShiftStickUSA.com will serve as the primary sponsor of the No. 76 truck at Bristol Motor Speedway on September 11, 2025.

The No. 76 will feature a powerful September 11 tribute paint scheme, highlighted by a striking design that incorporates the iconic twin tower memorial lights as a central element. The tribute aims to honor the lives lost, the resilience of the American people, the unity America is capable of, and the continued commitment to never forget.

ShiftStickUSA.com, founded by Jerry Wayne, is a lifestyle brand that collaborates and connects hardworking American business owners, vendors, and influencers who stay true to their patriotic values. Wayne, a proud American and skilled union tradesman, gained national attention for a lively and widely publicized conversation with then-presidential candidate Joe Biden over Second Amendment rights. Today, Wayne and ShiftStickUSA.com represent a voice for everyday Americans who embrace freedom, hard work, and patriotism.

“We’re honored to carry such a meaningful tribute on our truck at Bristol,” said Spencer Boyd, driver of the No. 76 StickShiftUSA.com Chevrolet Silvardo. “September 11 is a day that changed our country forever, and this design captures the spirit of unity and remembrance. To have Jerry Wayne and ShiftStickUSA.com on board makes it even more special—it’s about real Americans standing tall.”

Wayne shared his excitement about partnering with Boyd and Freedom Racing Enterprises: “This isn’t just about putting our name on a truck. This is about honoring the men and women we lost, the first responders who showed unimaginable courage, and the America we love. ShiftStickUSA.com is built on the values of faith, family, freedom, and courage —and we couldn’t think of a better way to represent that than with Spencer and his team at Bristol.”

The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway will run on Thursday, September 11, 2025 and will be broadcast live on FS1. Fans can follow Spencer Boyd’s journey and see the tribute paint scheme unveiled on his official social media channels.

About ShiftStickUSA.com
ShiftStickUSA.com is an American-made lifestyle brand that celebrates hardworking men and women who embrace traditional values. Founded by Jerry Wayne, this grassroots company promotes patriotism while connecting American-valued companies, influences, and vendors. It streamlines U.S. made products across all niches, empowering domestics firms to compete globally against foreign rivals.

SOUTH GEORGIA MOTORSPORTS PARK, MARYLAND INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY TALK THRILLS OF NHRA NATIONAL EVENT IN 2026

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Both facilities will host NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series races for the first time as part of NHRA’s 75th anniversary season

INDIANAPOLIS (Sept. 8, 2025) – For the first time in a dozen years, the NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series will have new destinations during its national event schedule, adding South Georgia Motorsports Park and Maryland International Raceway to the 2026 season as part of NHRA’s 75th anniversary celebration.

The two new tracks were revealed during NHRA’s schedule announcement leading into the world’s biggest drag race, the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals, and the two track owners put pen to paper during the race while meeting with the media.

The NHRA Southern Nationals returns to Georgia, as the NHRA debuts at South Georgia Motorsports Park just outside of Valdosta, Ga., on May 1-3 at the sixth event of the season. Four weeks later, NHRA will debut at Maryland International Raceway, just outside of Washington, D.C., as the storied track will play host to the NHRA Potomac Nationals on May 29-31.

For SGMP Owner Raul Torres and MIR Owner Royce Miller, the announcement marked an exciting moment in each track’s illustrious history.

“This is monumental for South Georgia Motorsports Park and the area,” Torres said. “This is going to be a historic race and we’re very excited. We’re very passionate about drag racing and this industry, and I’m extremely grateful and blessed for this opportunity. We’re going to run with this and we’re going to give it all we’ve got. The NHRA believes in me, my wife, our family, our team and this facility, and we’re extremely excited for this opportunity and what the future holds.”

Said Miller: “We’re bringing the premier show to our market and I really believe our fans are ready for it. I’m proud to have taken the track to a level where we can host an NHRA national event. I think the fans are hungry for this and I’m excited for that purpose. We do have some loyal, dedicated fans and we are thrilled to bring this show to our fans. That’s what it’s all about – entertaining the fans.”

Reaching new markets and fanbases, and heading to facilities for the first time was an important priority for NHRA heading into its historic 75th season. Both SGMP and MIR provide that, as the Southern Nationals will help NHRA reach dynamic markets in Tallahassee, Atlanta and Jacksonville, while the Potomac Nationals allows fans from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore to experience the incredible thrill of 340-mph, 12,000-horsepower in person for the first time.

It represents a major opportunity for Torres and his family at SGMP, with the race marking the fifth race during the 2026 campaign.

“For us to grow, we have to go to new markets and this is just the beginning,” NHRA President Glen Cromwell said. “For the Southern Nationals, it starts with Raul, Jennifer and his great team, and this gets us in a place where we haven’t been. It’s an exciting time going into our 75th anniversary and we’re thrilled to share that with Raul and his team. It’s going to be a big year next season, not only for Raul and SGMP, but for all of our national event tracks. We’re in a great place with great track owners, and it’s important to take our superstars to new places.”

The track expansion marks the first time since 2013 NHRA has introduced a new facility to the national event schedule. Maryland International Raceway represents a great opportunity as well, with the area invited to join NHRA’s 75th anniversary celebration in 2026, which is also the 250th anniversary of the United States.

The Miller family has owned and operated the track since 1989, building a stellar facility and local fanbase. Now, Miller and the tremendous fanbase in the area will get to experience all the thrills of an NHRA national event with the Potomac Nationals, which will be the seventh of 20 events in 2026.

“This is an exciting time and it’s time for the NHRA to venture into new markets,” Cromwell said. “Coming to Maryland International Raceway, it’s going to be a tremendous event. It starts with Royce. He’s a proven track promoter and we’re thrilled to be there and to celebrate our 75th anniversary. It’s going to be an incredible celebration as America celebrates its 250th anniversary next year, and I know the entire NHRA community and fans are excited to come to this event.”

All races during the 2026 NHRA season will be aired exclusively on FOX Sports, with select events on the FOX broadcast network. The 2025 Countdown to the Championship playoffs open this weekend with the 40th annual NHRA Reading Nationals presented by Nitro Fish at historic Maple Grove Raceway.

For more info on NHRA, visit www.NHRA.com.

About Mission Foods

MISSION®, owned by GRUMA, S.A.B. de C.V., is the world’s leading brand for tortillas and wraps. MISSION® is also globally renowned for flatbreads, dips, salsas and Mexican food products. With presence in over 112 countries, MISSION® products are suited to the lifestyles and the local tastes of each country. With innovation and customer needs in mind, MISSION® focuses on the highest quality, authentic flavors, and providing healthy options that families and friends can enjoy together. For more information, please visit https://www.missionfoods.com/

About NHRA

NHRA is the primary sanctioning body for the sport of drag racing in the United States. NHRA presents 20 national events featuring the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, as well as the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series, NHRA Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown™, NHRA Holley EFI Factory X and Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage NHRA Mountain Motor Pro Stock at select national events. NHRA provides competition opportunities for drivers of all levels in the NHRA Summit Racing Series and NHRA Street Legal™. NHRA also offers the NHRA Jr. Street® program for teens and the Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League® for youth ages 5 to 17. With more than 100 Member Tracks, NHRA allows racers to compete at a variety of locations nationally and internationally. NHRA’s Youth and Education Services® (YES) Program reaches over 30,000 students annually to ignite their interest in automotive and racing related careers. NHRA’s streaming service, NHRA.tv®, allows fans to view all NHRA national events as well as exclusive features of the sport. In addition, NHRA owns and operates three racing facilities: Gainesville Raceway in Florida; Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park; and In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip in Southern California. For more information, log on to www.NHRA.com, or visit the official NHRA pages on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

Sammy Smith Set to Return to JRM for 2026

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Pilot, TMC Transportation and Allstate Peterbilt Group Join Smith for Third Consecutive Season onboard the No. 8

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (Sept. 8, 2025) – JR Motorsports today announced that Sammy Smith will be making his return to the organization and the No. 8 Chevrolet for the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series season. Smith, who will be entering his third year behind the wheel of a JRM Chevrolet, will be accompanied by longtime partners Pilot, TMC Transportation, and Allstate Peterbilt Group for 2026.

“We are thrilled to have Sammy (Smith), Pilot, TMC and Allstate Peterbilt Group back for 2026,” said JRMCEO Kelley Earnhardt Miller. “It’s been a pleasure getting to know and work with Sammy these past two seasons and we’re looking forward to seeing what the future will hold next year after our run for a championship with the No. 8 team in 2025.”

Before moving on to 2026,Smith and the No. 8 team are set to get the 2025 Playoffs underway this upcoming weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway. Smith earned his way into the playoffs by virtue of his victory at Rockingham Speedway in April. Smith has previously earned a best finish of sixth in the playoff grid, coming in the 2023 season and has twice advanced into the Round of 8.

“I am looking forward to continuing to build on what we’ve accomplished together here at JRM,” said Smith. “I am thankful for the continued support from Pilot, TMC and Allstate Peterbilt Group as we go into these playoffs and into next season as a team.”

Smith and the No. 8 Pilot Chevrolet are set to get the playoffs underway from Bristol Motor Speedway on Friday, Sept. 12, at 7:30 p.m. ET on the CW, PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90.

ABOUT PILOT:

Pilot Travel Centers LLC (“Pilot”) is committed to showing people they matter at every turn as the leading energy and experience provider people rely on to fuel their journeys. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, Pilot is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway and employs approximately 30,000 team members. As the largest network of travel centers, Pilot has nearly 900 locations in 44 states and five Canadian provinces, serving an average of 1.2 million guests per day.

In addition to travel center services, Pilot and its partners offer trucking fleets a variety of solutions for fuel, credit, factoring, maintenance and rewards. The company operates North America’s third largest fuel tanker fleet and supplies approximately 12 billion gallons of fuel per year.

Pilot is shaping the future of energy as one of the largest providers of biodiesel and renewable fuels and through the development of its EV charging network and low carbon fueling alternatives. For additional information about Pilot, visit pilotflyingj.com.

ABOUT TMCTRANSPORTATION:

TMC Transportation is the nation’s largest employee-owned open deck transportation company. TMC provides expert transportation services and supply chain management solutions throughout the 48 contiguous states. Founded in 1972, TMC is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, and is known for its integrity, innovation, superior safety record and dedication to quality and customer service. The company’s claim-free, on-time delivery record is the best in the business and is consistently recognized by its customers. Visit us at – www.tmctrans.com.

ABOUT JR MOTORSPORTS

JR Motorsports is the racing operation co-owned by NASCAR Hall of Fame member and 15-time Most Popular Driver Dale Earnhardt Jr., Kelley Earnhardt Miller and NASCAR Hall of Famer Rick Hendrick. Now in its 24th year of overall competition, JR Motorsports competes in multiple divisions, including the NASCAR Xfinity Series where it currently fields four full-time teams and earned championships in 2014, 2017, 2018 and 2024. The company also owns seven titles in regional Late Model divisions with consecutive championships in 2022-23 and a prized national title in 2020. To learn more about the organization, its drivers and its sponsorship opportunities, visit www.jrmracing.com.

Complete Guide to Slot Machine Return-to-Player Mathematics

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Return-to-Player or RTP rates are among the most pivotal, yet mystifying, aspects of contemporary slot games. After thoroughly examining a plethora of slot machines from different regions over ten years, players are sure that knowing how RTP works at the core alters players’ entire perspective regarding these games.

What Return-to-Player Rates Actually Mean

RTP (Return to Player) percentages show the theoretical money value a slot machine at Casino Winz is expected to return to players after a very long play period. When a slot machine shows a 96% RTP, it means that for every $100 bet in total by all players, the machine is theoretically giving back $96 over an infinite number of spins.

This statistic, however, is a bit more complex and needs to be interpreted with care. The main thing here is the word “theoretical” – so the result of any single session can be far from these long-term averages. Besides that, the calculation of RTP assumes that the game is played in the most ideal way and at the maximum coin denominations, which is seldom the case in real life.

The most recent industry data collected by the Nevada Gaming Control Board reveals that the slot RTPs have been quite stable during the last five years. Penny slots have an average RTP that ranges from 88% to 92% and the games with higher denominations reach from 94% to 98%. These numbers mark a considerable step forward compared to the 1990s, when RTPs were widely lower than 85%.

Industry Standards Across Different Jurisdictions

Regulatory requirements vary significantly across gaming markets, creating substantial differences in player value propositions. Let me break down the current landscape based on my research:

JurisdictionMinimum RTPAverage RTPMaximum RTPRegulatory Body
Nevada75%93.2%98.5%Nevada Gaming Control
New Jersey83%91.8%97.2%Division of Gaming Enforcement
United Kingdom70%94.1%99.1%UK Gambling Commission
Malta85%95.3%98.8%Malta Gaming Authority
Macau80%89.7%96.4%Gaming Inspection Bureau

These variations reflect different market philosophies and competitive pressures. European markets generally mandate higher RTPs due to stronger consumer protection regulations, while some American jurisdictions allow greater operator flexibility.

Mathematical Foundations Behind RTP Calculations

The mathematics underlying RTP calculations involves complex probability distributions across multiple variables. Each symbol combination carries specific odds and the paytable structure determines overall return percentages.

Modern slot machines utilize random number generators (RNGs) operating at speeds exceeding 1,000 calculations per second. These systems ensure that each spin remains independent of previous results, making it impossible to predict future outcomes based on historical patterns.

Volatility—often confused with RTP—measures the risk associated with achieving advertised returns. High-volatility slots may offer identical RTPs to low-volatility games while delivering vastly different playing experiences. Understanding this distinction proves crucial for bankroll management.

Factors Influencing Actual Return Rates

Several variables affect real-world RTP performance beyond theoretical calculations:

  • Bet sizing strategies: Many slots offer improved RTPs for maximum bet amounts
  • Bonus feature activation: Special rounds often carry different mathematical models
  • Progressive jackpot contributions: Portions of each bet fund jackpot pools rather than base game returns
  • Player skill elements: Certain bonus rounds require decision-making that impacts overall returns
  • Time-based promotions: Casinos occasionally adjust RTPs during promotional periods

Additionally, denomination typically correlates with RTP percentages. Penny slots generally offer lower returns than dollar machines, reflecting different cost structures and player expectations.

Common Misconceptions About RTP Rates

The gaming industry faces persistent myths regarding RTP functionality. The most damaging misconception suggests that machines become “due” for payouts after extended losing streaks. This fallacy, known as the gambler’s fallacy, has no mathematical basis in RNG-based gaming.

Another widespread belief claims that casinos manipulate RTPs in real-time based on player behavior or time of day. While operators can adjust settings during maintenance periods, regulatory requirements mandate extensive documentation and approval processes for such changes.

Some players incorrectly assume that higher RTPs guarantee better short-term results. In reality, a 98% RTP slot can produce longer losing streaks than an 88% RTP game due to volatility differences.

Practical Applications for Informed Gaming

Armed with RTP knowledge, players can make more informed decisions about their gaming selections. Here are key strategies I recommend:

  • Research game RTPs before playing: Most jurisdictions require RTP disclosure in game rules
  • Compare similar games across different operators: RTPs can vary for identical titles
  • Consider volatility alongside RTP: Match game selection to bankroll size and risk tolerance
  • Focus on entertainment value: RTP optimization alone doesn’t guarantee enjoyable experiences
  • Set realistic expectations: Understand that house edges ensure long-term operator profitability

The industry continues evolving toward greater transparency and player protection. Several jurisdictions now mandate real-time RTP display, while others require detailed mathematical explanations in game documentation.

  • Blockchain gaming promises unprecedented transparency in RTP calculations and payout verification. These developments may fundamentally reshape player relationships with gaming operators.
  • Artificial intelligence integration allows for more sophisticated volatility modeling and personalized gaming experiences while maintaining regulatory compliance and fair play standards.

Understanding RTP rates empowers players to make informed decisions while maintaining realistic expectations about gaming outcomes. As the industry continues emphasizing transparency and player protection, this knowledge becomes increasingly valuable for anyone engaging with slot machine entertainment.

Reading Advance for the 40th Annual NHRA Nationals presented by Nitro Fish

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Tony Stewart & Matt Hagan
Dodge Direct Connection Top Fuel & Funny Car Drivers
40th Annual NHRA Nationals presented by Nitro Fish
Sept. 12-14 | Reading, Pennsylvania

Event Overview
Friday, Sept. 12 (Nitro Qualifying, streamed live on NHRA.TV)

Nitro qualifying session (Q1): 3:30 p.m. EDT
Nitro qualifying session (Q1): 6 p.m. EDT

Saturday, Sept. 13 (Nitro Qualifying, streamed live on NHRA.TV)

Nitro qualifying session (Q3): 1:30 p.m. EDT
Nitro qualifying session (Q4): 4 p.m. EDT

Sunday, Sept. 14 (Nitro Eliminations, streamed live on NHRA.TV)

Round 1: 11 a.m. EDT
Round 2: 1:15 p.m. EDT
Semi-Finals: 2:55 p.m. EDT
Finals: 4:10 p.m. EDT

TV coverage on FS1

Sunday, Sept. 14: Qualifying show recapping Friday and Saturday’s action (12 p.m. EDT)
Sunday, Sept. 14: Finals show (2 p.m. EDT)

Notes of Interest

The 40th Annual NHRA Nationals presented by Nitro Fish Sept. 12-14 at Maple Grove Raceway near Reading, Pennsylvania, is the 15th race on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series’ 20-race schedule. However, it’s the opening round in the six-race Countdown to the Championship, where both Tony Stewart Racing (TSR) drivers – Tony Stewart in Top Fuel and Matt Hagan in Funny Car – are ready to make a title run in their respective divisions. The top-10 drivers in each of the NHRA’s four professional categories – Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle – compete in the Countdown. Stewart is a two-time Top Fuel winner and Hagan is a 53-time Funny Car winner and four-time champion.

This year’s Countdown marks Stewart’s second appearance in the NHRA postseason and Hagan’s 13th consecutive appearance. Stewart is first heading into the Countdown, 16 points ahead of Shawn Langdon. Hagan is third, 27 points behind leader Austin Prock.

Hagan has won 16 times in the Countdown to the Championship, tied for first among Funny Car drivers with Robert Hight, who presently is not active.

Direct Connection is the primary partner of Stewart and Hagan this weekend in Reading. With muscle car enthusiasts looking for “ready to run” parts, Direct Connection serves as the source for high-performance parts and technical expertise straight from the factory.

The NHRA Nationals will serve as Stewart’s 35th career Top Fuel start and his second at Maple Grove. For Hagan, this will be his 367th career Funny Car start and his 16th at the track.

Stewart is seeking his first victory in the NHRA Nationals, as well as his first No. 1 qualifier at the event. In 2024, he secured the No. 4 qualifying position and advanced to Round 2 on Sunday. In addition, Stewart made two starts at Maple Grove Raceway in the Top Alcohol Dragster (TAD) class. In 2023, Stewart qualified third at the NHRA Nationals in TAD and won the event, defeating Fiona Crisp, Mike Lewis, Brando Greco and Madison Payne. Stewart also collected a Division 3 win at Maple Grove Raceway in 2023, defeating John Ausherman, Dan Page and Matthew Cummings.

Hagan won the NHRA Nationals in 2014. His run of 4.330 ET at 215.00 mph defeated Tommy Johnson (5.465 ET at 152.31 mph). Although Hagan has only one win at Maple Grove Raceway, his car has won twice. In 2021, when he was sidelined with COVID-19, Tommy Johnson Jr. subbed for him and won the NHRA Nationals in Hagan’s car. Hagan also has two No. 1 qualifiers at Maple Grove – 2010 when he set a then NHRA national record 4.011 ET and in 2016 with a 3.873 ET.

The Mopar CAP (Career Automotive Program) will be partnering with TSR on Friday for the third of seven events this season. CAP consists of strategic alliances between Stellantis and over 100 colleges and trade schools teaching technical curriculum integrated into the school’s general automotive program, so that students can become certified Stellantis technicians.

The Tony Stewart Store merchandise trailer will be on-site at the NHRA Nationals. Hagan will be signing on Friday from 4:30-5:00 p.m. and Stewart will be signing Saturday from 2:30-3:00 p.m.

Tony Stewart, Driver of the TSR Dodge//SRT Direct Connection Top Fuel Dragster

Your Dodge//SRT Direct Connection team earned No. 1 in the NHRA Mission Foods Regular Season Championship at the previous event, the U.S. Nationals. The 40th Annual NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway starts the 2025 Countdown to the Championship. Given your success thus far in the season, what confidence does that give you heading into the opening round of the six-race Countdown?

“I think it gives us a lot of confidence, especially having the solid run on race day at the U.S. Nationals. I feel like it’s the momentum that we need to start the Countdown. The performance of our car is back where it was earlier in the year when we took the points lead, so I feel like there’s a lot of positive things going on. Anything can happen in these six races and you can’t stub your toe or have a mistake. But I am going into it with the mindset and the feeling in my gut that we have a car and a team that I feel like are on top of their game right now. We have our car in a good position to give us the best opportunity to win a real championship. I don’t know that you could ask for more than that.”

Matt Hagan, Driver of the TSR Direct Connection Dodge//SRT Hellcat Funny Car

The 40th Annual NHRA Nationals begins your Ride to Five (Championships). What is your mindset heading into Maple Grove Raceway, being third in the Funny car standings and knowing a fifth championship is attainable for you and your team?

“The Ride to Five is very doable. Progress and momentum is key. We have a great team that is very dedicated and driven. They are goal-oriented and strive every day to be the best they can be. (Austin) Prock has won seven races, which is staggering. There is work to be done, but they are beatable. They don’t mess up very often, but we need to be able to take advantage of it when they do. The Indy ladder looked pretty promising and we could have met Prock in the final, but it just didn’t work out that way. We just need to capitalize on every opportunity we have and can’t give anything up. We have to make good decisions and I have to have good lights. We have six races to make this happen. We have a chance to get within striking distance with points resetting. When you let them get a race or two ahead of you, it’s really hard to make up that ground. We have to qualify well, so we have lane choice. Then I have to do my job with lights on the tree. We have to be methodical about what we do, but we have a chance to win this thing. I’m very focused and driven.”

Carson Ware Eyes Big Opportunity at Bristol

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25-Year-Old To Pull Double Duty and Compete in ARCA and Xfinity Series Races

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (Sept. 8, 2025) – With a Tour Type Modified win in his first-ever start at Bowman Gray Stadium and multiple Late Model victories across various series in the Southeast, Carson Ware has been steadily climbing the NASCAR ladder. This Thursday and Friday at Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway, the 25-year-old racer will continue his upward trajectory when he competes in the ARCA Menards Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series races at the .533-mile oval.

In Thursday night’s Bush’s Beans 200 ARCA race, Ware will drive the No. 51 Schaeffer’s Specialized Lubricants/Costa Oil 10-Minute Oil Change/CostaFilters.com entry for Rick Ware Racing. On Friday night in the Food City 300 Xfinity Series race, Ware will drive the No. 07 CreaBitty Creatine machine for SS Green Light Racing.

“Bristol is one of the most demanding tracks in NASCAR, and pulling double duty in ARCA and Xfinity is a great way to learn a lot in a relatively short amount of time,” said Ware, who has made three prior Xfinity Series starts at Bristol. “With the support of my partners, I’m focused on making the most of every lap.”

Ware’s most recent win came May 3 in the zMAX CARS Tour Pro Late Model race at Ace Speedway in Altamahaw, North Carolina, where he outlasted the competition and the weather. Ware took the lead for the first time after deftly navigating an oily racing surface from the blown engine of a fellow competitor. Then, on the ensuing restart, Ware pulled away from a hard-charging Ben Maier. Shortly thereafter, the yellow caution flag waved for rain. CARS Tour officials were forced to stop the race just past the halfway mark, making the result official with Ware the winner.

Since 2019 when he earned that Tour Type Modified victory at Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Ware has run in a collection of races across ARCA, the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series and Xfinity Series, while also campaigning Late Models. Thursday night’s ARCA race will mark his second career ARCA start and first since October 2019 when he finished 13th at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City. Friday’s night’s Xfinity Series race will serve as Ware’s 16th career Xfinity Series start, with his last race coming in June at Pocono (Pa.) Raceway.

Ware has facilitated these opportunities by securing partnerships with emerging brands that want to leverage NASCAR as a platform for growth. Ware’s double-duty effort is a case in point.

Schaeffer’s Specialized Lubricants has achieved a world-class reputation for improving engine performance and fuel economy. Its diverse product line includes synthetic motor oils, hydraulic fluids and diesel fuel additives, as well as all types of industrial lubricants, greases and oils, including such specialty items as chain lubes and degreasers. All were created to help improve performance, reliability and fuel economy.

Costa Oil 10-Minute Oil Change is one of the fastest-growing models in the quick-lube space. With a national footprint of more than 65 locations, Costa Oil specializes in no-appointment, drive-through, 10-minute oil changes. The brand was prominently featured on Ware’s Pro Late Model in his win at Ace Speedway.

CreaBitty is a next-generation creatine gummy supplement designed to power both body and brain. It delivers convenient and delicious performance with no mixing, no bloat and no compromise. CreaBitty Creatine is trusted by athletes, entrepreneurs and everyday high-performers alike.

“I’m really proud to have Schaeffer’s Specialized Lubricants, Costa Oil 10-Minute Oil Change and CreaBitty Creatine with me at Bristol,” Ware said. “Each of these partners is focused on performance in their own way, and NASCAR is the perfect vehicle to showcase that. To have the support of these brands at one of NASCAR’s toughest tracks means a lot. I look forward to representing all of them this week.”

The Bush’s Beans 200 ARCA race goes green on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. EDT and will be broadcast on FS1. The Food City 300 Xfinity Series race on Friday starts at 7:30 p.m. with flag-to-flag coverage on the CW. Both races can be heard on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.

About Rick Ware Racing:

Rick Ware has been a motorsports mainstay for more than 40 years. It began at age 6 when the third-generation racer began his driving career and has since spanned four wheels and two wheels on both asphalt and dirt. Competing in the SCCA Trans Am Series and other road-racing divisions led Ware to NASCAR in the early 1980s, where he finished third in his NASCAR debut – the 1983 Warner W. Hodgdon 300 NASCAR Grand American race at Riverside (Calif.) International Raceway. More than a decade later, injuries would force Ware out of the driver’s seat and into full-time team ownership. In 1995, Rick Ware Racing was formed, and with wife Lisa by his side, Ware has since built his eponymous organization into an entity that competes full-time in the elite NASCAR Cup Series while simultaneously campaigning successful teams in the Top Fuel class of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, Progressive American Flat Track, FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX) and zMAX CARS Tour.

CORVETTE RACING AT COTA: No Luck at Home

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Misfortune strikes pair of TF Sport Corvettes in American WEC round

AUSTIN, Texas (September 7, 2025) – Rain and bad luck were the orders of the day for TF Sport in the Lone Star Le Mans at Circuit of The Americas. The team’s pair of Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs finished outside the top-10 and as a result the points in the lone North American stop of the FIA World Endurance Championship.

The No. 81 Corvette of Charlie Eastwood, Rui Andrade and Tom Van Rompuy was the highest-finishing TF Sport entry after six hours of rainy racing. It was a cruel result after the Corvette gained eight spots during a nearly two hours of running behind the safety car and a red-flag stoppage due to an issue with one of the safety cars.

The 81 trio saw its two-race podium streak come to an end with a 13th-place finish. Van Rompuy led early following the early-race chaos, but the team lost time in the pitlane having to replace a sensor on the Corvette’s accident data recorder – an FIA-mandated and supplied device – that cost Andrade nearly a lap in the process once the driver change and service finished. The team had elected to run Van Rompuy deep into the stint in hopes of catching a virtual safety car period.

Problems also bit the No. 33 Z06 GT3.R of Daniel Juncadella, Jonny Edgar and Texan Ben Keating. Following a strong qualifying effort and a gain of three spots under the early safety-car period, the entry experienced fuel system and restart issues on the first driver exchange between Keating and Edgar.

From that point, both the TF Corvettes were in catch-up mode. The No. 33’s race ended inside the final two hours with a right-rear suspension problem that ground the car to a halt with Juncadella at the wheel. Meanwhile the No. 81 was at a drivetime disadvantage due to the earlier sensor failure. Factory driver Eastwood was one of the last professional drivers to get in the race, and a switch to slick tires with 34 minutes left did nothing to close the gap to the field.

TF Sport’s next FIA WEC race with the Corvette Z06 GT3.R is the Six Hours of Fuji on September 26-28.

TF SPORT POST-RACE QUOTES

CHARLIE EASTWOOD, NO. 81 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R:“It was a weekend to forget unfortunately. We struggled all weekend. Not for pace; we seemed to have really good pace but it just seemed to be a messy weekend for one reason for another. In the race we were good until the championship sensor failed and we had to replace that. That dropped us to the back of the field. We didn’t seem to have a lot of pace when it was cold and wet. Our car thrives on the high track temps and we couldn’t seem to get the tire switched on. We have a bit of understanding on that when we know the weather is maybe dropping as much as it did. Maybe there’s something we can do to counter that.”

TOM VAN ROMPUY, NO. 81 CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “Driving that long behind the safety is not the most exciting thing. Seeing the conditions, it was the right call. Safety-wise, it was really tricky to drive the car with some standing water and puddles. The team made a really good call to come into the pits as soon as possible during the first safety car because it gained us a lot of positions afterward. But with the sensor failure we were behind where we started.”

DANIEL JUNCADELLA, NO. 33 CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “The weekend started very nicely with FP1 – 1-2 for our Corvettes. Since then we have hit too many issues. The sister car had a messy couple of free practices but in our case everything was smooth. We qualified fifth so it was looking good for today. But after the first stint we encountered some issues getting the car started. We need to analyze since we don’t know the reason. That put us a lap back, and the racing is pretty much an uphill trend when you are that far back. At the end, I had the mechanical issue and had to stop. Everything felt nice and felt fine. I was in the middle of other cars but a lap down; that is always annoying because you get blue flags constantly. I had actually just let the whole field by to see how the car felt. I had a bit of fun in the wet but then it went straightaway. It’s a shame, but it’s better it happens when you’re two laps down than when you’re in the lead or fighting for big points.”

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Cadillac at COTA: Solid points haul

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Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA Hypercars finish sixth, eighth in rain-soaked race

AUSTIN, Texas (Sept. 7, 2025) – The capital city averages 50 days and 35 inches of precipitation a year. A wet weekend impacted the Lone Star Le Mans — on race day to the benefit of the Nos. 12 and 38 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.Rs.

With persistent rain and standing water on the 5.513-kilometer (3.426-mile), 20-turn Circuit of the Americas course from the outset of the six-hour race, the twin Hypercars used Michelin wet tires for the full 117-lap length of the sixth round of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) campaign.

Both the No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R, which won from the pole in July in Brazil with Alex Lynn, Norman Nato and Will Stevens behind the wheel for Cadillac Racing’s maiden WEC victory, and the No. 38 Cadillac Hertz Team, JOTA V-Series.R overcame the elements deftly overtook multiple cars throughout to place in the top 10.

The No. 12 Hypercar, which finished eighth, extended its streak of scoring points in every race. The No. 38 hybrid racecar, which was runner-up at Interlagos, placed sixth.

“We have a very strong car in the dry and in the rain,” Lynn said following the 12-minute qualifying session Saturday in which the team switched from Michelin slicks to rain tires in mixed conditions to no avail.

His analysis proved prophetic.

The No, 38 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R advanced nine positions from its starting spot – most in the 18-car Hypercar field. The No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R advanced eight positions to reap points and remain in the conversation for the Drivers Championship. The points haul also keeps Cadillac in contention for the Manufacturers Championship with two races left.

The race commenced behind the Safety Car, which led the parade for 59 minutes before Race Control called for the red flag because of rain and standing water on the course. After a 42-minute stoppage and subsequent laps behind the Safety Car, the green flag waved with 3 hours, 46 minutes left and Bamber in 11th place and Lynn in 14th.

Both drivers quickly made up positions on the slick surface. Lynn ran as high as third with 44 minutes remaining before pitting for service and driver change to Nato to close out the contest. Both Cadillac entries needed a splash of fuel with under 6 minutes left, which determined their results.

Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA returns to action September 26-28 at Fuji Speedway for the 6 Hours of Fuji, where Cadillac Racing earned its maiden WEC pole position in 2024 with a best lap of 1:28.901 on the 4.563-kilometer (2.835-mile), 16-turn circuit that opened in 1965. The penultimate race of the season marks the 100th for the WEC.

What they’re saying

No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R

Alex Lynn: “P9 at the finish after starting from P16, honestly it felt like we had the car to finish higher if it hadn’t been for that little error we had at the end. We had a very fast car today and we did our best.”

Norman Nato: “I would say that’s it’s been a tricky weekend overall. We tried our best in terms of strategy. Will did a longer stint with the Safety Car and red flag. Then Alex jumped in the car, did some good stints, kept it clean in this really tricky condition with no visibility. I tried to finish the job at the end. We did our best. When you start far back, it’s never easy. We showed some good pace again today. A few things we could have done better, but again, both cars finishing in points is positive. We would, of course, want to do like we did in Sao Paulo every weekend. But a weekend where it’s a bit more difficult to take points with both cars, it’s important what we did today.”

Will Stevens: “When you have a race in very mixed conditions, there are always a huge amount of variable strategy-wise. I think we came through the field extremely well. Alex did a really solid job in the middle of the race to put us back in contention and the car felt good. We were tight on driver time to get Norman in at the end and obviously that wasn’t ideal and then there was the issue with the fuel at the end, which cost us some places which is disappointing. It feels like we had the potential to score more points than we did today.”

No. 38 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R

Earl Bamber: “Good effort from everyone on the team this weekend. On the No. 38 side, we had some really nice improvements. The guys put in a lot of effort ahead of this and that really showed. We have had a quick car all weekend in the dry and the wet. We just need to work out those changeable conditions. To get P6 after starting P15, if you’d told me that before the race I would have been happy. During my stint, I really felt like we had the chance to reach the podium. But in these six hour races, there’s a lot that goes on.”

Sebastien Bourdais: ”Obviously, some very, very challenging conditions out there today, probably some of the hardest I’ve ever had to drive through. Unfortunately, I ended up making the one mistake that cost us a better result, but it could have been worse. I could have ended in the fence. It’s a shame because the car had really great pace so our sixth-place finish doesn’t feel at all reflective of our capabilities today. We keep pushing and move on to Fuji.”

Jenson Button: “I obviously didn’t have a windscreen wiper and it probably would have been fine if we didn’t have the Safety Car, but as soon as that happens you’re in a pack and you can’t see anything. So, I had GT cars passing me at one point. We came in to replace it and it definitely helped. We got unlucky yesterday, so I’ll take it today. And the car was fun to drive and I enjoyed it. It was a whole race of looking after the tires, fuel saving and getting just everything to the end, really. And it worked out well.”

General Motors (NYSE:GM) is driving the future of transportation, leveraging advanced technology to build safer, smarter, and lower emission cars, trucks, and SUVs. GM’s Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC brands offer a broad portfolio of innovative gasoline-powered vehicles and the industry’s widest range of EVs, as we move to an all-electric future. Learn more at GM.com.

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