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Pratham Gurung is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports, covering legacy drivers and throwback narratives that resonate with the sport’s long-time followers. His reporting blends historical context with human storytelling, as seen in his article about Sterling Marlin’s rare public appearance—an emotional moment that moved fans across generations. With a deep respect for NASCAR’s past, Pratham draws on the sport's glorious past (the late 90s era) to enrich today’s coverage with the legacy that continues to shape the sport.

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SVG Wins a Few & Now He’s Tony Stewart? Not So Fast, NASCAR Fans Push Back

Shane van Gisbergen’s Chicago and Mexico wins spark Tony Stewart comparisons, but NASCAR fans shut it down, defending Smoke’s legacy.

Ryan Blaney’s Wife Spills on Sydney Sweeney’s Surprising Love for NASCAR Amidst Surprise Friendship

Gianna Blaney dishes on her surprising friendship with Sydney Sweeney, who's a huge NASCAR fan and how their friendship blossomed.

Brad Keselowski Loses All Hope on His Luck as He Admits Bad Fate With 4-Words

Brad Keselowski’s Chicago Street Race hopes crashed on Lap 4, and the owner/driver made a sobering admission after the race.

Ryan Blaney Turns to Best Friend Bubba Wallace for “Advice” as Fatherly Duties Loom

Ryan Blaney leans on best friend Bubba Wallace for parenting tips as he preps for fatherhood.

Kevin Harvick’s Legacy Fails to Outshine Tony Stewart as Fans Blow “Smoke” Over the Closer

NASCAR fans share their honest verdict in the driver comparison between Kevin Harvick and Tony Stewart on Reddit.

Fans Map Out SVG’s Playoff Path as the Kiwi Gets Buried in Points From His ‘Achilles Heel’

Shane van Gisbergen’s road-course brilliance can’t mask his oval struggles, as fans debate his slim playoff odds in a heated Reddit thread.

SVG Lets All Emotions Run Raw as He Creates NASCAR History in Chicago

SVG makes NASCAR history, winning the 2025 Chicago Street Race to become the foreign-born driver with the most wins in the Cup Series.

Emergency Medical Scare Sparks Fan Uproar Over NASCAR’s Chicago Logistics Failure

A spectator medical emergency at the 2025 Chicago Street Race halted the action, sparking fan outrage over NASCAR’s logistical struggles.

Carson Hocevar Triggers Chaos-Fueled Red Flag in Wild Chicago Pileup

Carson Hocevar’s Lap 4 spin sparks a seven-car pileup at the 2025 Grant Park 165, bringing out the red flag and halting the racing action.

Fans Breathe a Sigh of Relief as Rick Hendrick’s Men Fumble Big Time in Chicago

Hendrick Motorsports’ four cars start at the back in Chicago after practice crashes, sparking fan relief and hope for a comeback against SVG.

SVG Lets His Raw Emotions Flow as He Does Justice to Chicago Odds

Shane van Gisbergen dominates Chicago’s qualifying, eyeing another street-course win, after last year's unlucky fall-out.

NASCAR’s EV Dreams Suffer Heartbreak as Chicago Exhibition Receives Poor Fan Reception

NASCAR’s EV prototype wows in Chicago but flops with fans, who slam its range and vibe, fearing it kills the V8 soul.
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