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Debashrita Ghatak

A NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports, Debashrita Ghatak reports from the NASCAR Newsbreak desk. A fan since Johnson’s 2010 title run, Debashrita pairs newsroom urgency with long-time passion to cover the shifts shaping the future of stock car racing—from NASCAR’s Mexico City debut to Jimmie Johnson’s evolution as an owner. What she once described as “the smell of burning fuel feels like a morning cup of coffee” now fuels her clear, fan-focused stories.

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Rick Hendrick & Co’s Season Gets Fueled with New Confidence After Months Long Misery

Rick Hendrick and his team celebrates their big win shrugging off their dry spell while planning their next move.

Bubba Wallace Jumps to Defend his Black Identity as He Embraces His Heritage Proudly

Brickyard 400 champion Bubba Wallace opens up about creating history, cultural heritage and being proud about being a race car driver.

NASCAR Boss Dismisses Roger Penske & F1 as Threats While Eyeing Global Market

NASCAR Boss came up with a shocking revelation in an interview, dismissing Roger Penske and F1 as threats amidst global expansion.

JGR Star Predicts Absolute Mayhem on Track as NASCAR Puts Million Dollar on the Line

Chase Briscoe shares his feelings on participating in NASCAR's first-ever in season tournament going up against a close friend.

Questions Raised Over Dale Jr.’s Legitimacy as Pundits Debate Crew Chief Stint

Dale Earnhardt Jr. returns for the Pocono race as the crew chief faces skepticism from famous drivers questioning his legitimacy.

Rick Hendrick’s NASCAR Driver Grouped With Brad Keselowski as Insiders Dissect Drastic Pocono Fumble

Insiders share jaw-dropping details on Brad Keselowski's Pocono fumble while naming two other drivers who suffered similar fates.

Joe Gibbs Bluntly Reminds NASCAR of His Leadership Pedigree as Critical Gamble Pays Off

Veteran NASCAR team owner Joe Gibbs explains how his organization has been able to find success despite the major overhaul last year.

Dale Jr.’s Blunt Words Finally Break Silence on Age-Old F1 vs. NASCAR Debate

Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares his honest take on why he feels that NASCAR has a better racing product in comparison to F1.

Dale Jr. Admits Skepticism Against Change as He Drops 6-Word Verdict on NASCAR’s International Expansion

NASCAR is on a path to grow beyond what it is now. Dale Earnhardt Jr. comes forth to welcome this change amidst the skepticism.

NASCAR May Dump $128 Million Chicago Success to Flirt With West Coast’s Comeback Demands

NASCAR is planning to take things down the West Coast leaving fans wonder if this is the last of the Chicago Street Race.

Joey Logano Concedes the Mental Toll of NASCAR, Echoing Denny Hamlin’s Famous Words

Team Penske star driver Joey Logano opens up about the uphill climb and unforgiving journey to becoming a successful NASCAR driver.
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