NASCAR writer
Dipti Sood is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports. What began as an interest in Formula 1 gradually expanded into a wider motorsports world for her. A B.A. graduate and current law student, Dipti has spent over four years in content writing, working across niches before directing that range toward sports journalism. Her introduction to NASCAR came through Ross Chastain's Hail Melon move, a moment that has stayed with her and sharpened her curiosity for the sport. With over a year of dedicated sports journalism experience, she follows Kyle Larson and Hendrick Motorsports closely, bringing an informed perspective to her Cup Series coverage.
The 10-Track Gauntlet: The Complete Strategy Guide to the 2026 NASCAR Chase
NASCAR did a format switch at the start of 2026. There's a lot of confusion and excitement about it. Here's a breakdown on how to keep track.
“Won’t Be the Same Without You”: Bubba Wallace’s Wife Amanda in Mourning After Tragic Personal Loss Hits Family
Bubba Wallace's wife Amanda is grief stricken. A loss so young and tragic, that an instagram post can only begin to touch the depth of it.
NASCAR Is Chasing Younger Fans. But Has It Forgotten Its Most Loyal Ones?
NASCAR has a fanbase that keeps on expanding, but does incorporating the new ones mean that the old loyal fans can be forgotten? No.
NASCAR Needs More Women. But Is a Women’s Series Really the Answer?
A women's series is NASCAR is perhaps not the answer, but what about the representation and progression of those in the pipeline?
“A Policeman Posted Outside My House”: Katherine Legge Exposes NASCAR Fans’ Extreme Toxicity Jeopardizing Her Safety
NASCAR or rather its fan base, has not been kind to Katherine. She's now revealed a story where we now know the extent of it.
“He Wasn’t Going To Win”- Denny Hamlin Pins Blame on Team Penske For Fueling On-Track Ryan Blaney Beef
Denny Hamlin addressed an on track altercation, involving Ryan Blaney and how different his pov is related to it, on his podcast.
Is NASCAR Really Rewarding the Best? Daytona Could Expose a Broken Championship System
With the Coke Zero 400, a question has been levied onto Daytona. Will it really give all its drivers a fair chance?
IndyCar Just Opened the Door for NASCAR’s Biggest Street Race Yet
Since Indycar took to the streets of Washington all thanks to Trump, is NASCAR Far behind in the mirror, or is it closer than people think.
“Already in Process”- NASCAR’s Promotion Partner Confirms Rockingham Speedway’s Future Amid IHRA Fallout
Another one of NASCAR tracks is in focus this time around, it's the Rocking ham speedway, coming directly from the manager.
“Even the Greatest Have to Overcome Things”- Michael Jordan Finally Steps In Amidst Growing Tyler Reddick Concerns, Claims Insider
Michael Jordan is a good team leader, that is a stance affirmed by all, most recently it was Billy who did the same.
Roger Penske Unmasks Unprecedented Chaos of D.C. Race Amid Museum Preservation Concerns
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix is taking a new turn with its Washington plan. Roger Penske came out with an organizational comparison.
NASCAR Insider Refuses to Back Ryan Blaney’s New Hampshire Defense With Bold Claim
Ryan Blaney is coming to New Hampshire with a yar by year record to back up his performance. Lurking in he zone of possibilities is Logano.
