
Vikrant Damke is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports, covering the Cup Series Sundays desk with a unique blend of engineering fluency and storytelling depth. He has carved out a niche decoding the data behind the Next Gen car and leading discussions on horsepower parity. Vikrant’s reporting also captures NASCAR’s generational pulse, from the karting successes of Brexton Busch to Keelan Harvick’s rapid rise, illustrating how legacy and innovation collide on race days. With his published work reaching a readership of over 1.5 million, Vikrant’s insights have been recognized and shared by fans and top NASCAR personalities alike. His journalistic approach combines technical knowledge with a keen narrative sense, delivering compelling coverage of on-track and off-track events that resonate across the racing community.
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Kyle Busch partners with Rick Hendrick, signing with a top Chevy team for the 2026 NASCAR season in a major career move.

Michael Jordan Handed a Rebuttal Months After Publicly Accusing Beloved FOX Reporter
Michael Jordan confronts FOX’s Bob Pockrass over lawsuit coverage, only for the reporter to later receive unexpected praise from the NBA legend.

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Joey Logano revisits his 2013 clash with Tony Stewart, standing firm with no apologies as he reflects on NASCAR’s evolving racing aggression.

Joe Gibbs’ Grandson Branded Hopeless as Team Mastermind Leaves JGR Behind After Disastrous 2025 Season
Ty Gibbs faces rising doubts after Chris Gabehart’s exit from JGR, raising concerns about his playoff hopes following a troubled 2025 season.

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NASCAR eyes major 2027 shake-up with new venues, a rotating finale, and fan-focused changes as the France family pushes bold schedule innovation.

Racing Community Changes Tune on NASCAR as Viral ‘Bootleggers’ Commercial Wins Back Old Fans
NASCAR’s viral “Bootleggers” promo shocks fans with a gritty return to its roots, earning praise and rebuilding hype ahead of the Daytona 500.

$25M Worth Joey Logano Set to Build Generational Wealth Under Roger Penske’s Blueprint as Retirement Looms
Joey Logano steps into automotive retail ownership, following Roger Penske’s blueprint to build generational wealth as retirement nears.

Dale Jr. Stands in Disapproval as Daytona 500 Faces New Threat From NASCAR Executives
NASCAR’s fuel-saving debate sparks concern as Dale Earnhardt Jr. reacts to Daytona 500 stage-length discussions with clear disapproval.

Richard Petty Calls Out NASCAR’s ‘Problematic’ Officiating as He Passes Verdict on Bowman Gray Clash
Richard Petty slams chaotic Bowman Gray officiating, calling the NASCAR race “strictly chaos” as safety concerns and controversy erupt.

“Turned Into a Sh*tshow”: Kevin Harvick Calls Out Joe Gibbs & Co. as Accusations Mount Against NASCAR’s Officiating
Kevin Harvick slams NASCAR’s Clash officiating as chaos, rain delays, and driver frustration spark accusations against Joe Gibbs Racing and officials.

Kyle Busch Sheds All Mercy as He Delivers the “Hard Truth” to Son Brexton Over NASCAR Future
Kyle Busch gives son Brexton a blunt reality check on his driving as the 10-year-old prodigy prepares for a major step toward NASCAR.

Denny Hamlin Ready to Bury the Hatchet With NASCAR as He Puts France Family’s New Direction on Notice
Denny Hamlin signals a fresh start with NASCAR, backing the France family’s new direction as the long-running charter dispute finally ends.
