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Vikrant is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports, fueled by a lifelong love for storytelling, precision, and the roar of the engines. Coming from a tech background, he has understood the intricacies of the NextGen car and has consistently led the horsepower debate narratives well from time to time. Apart from having become a proud father of a 5-year-old, Vikrant has enjoyed covering NASCAR star kids and the updates around driver families. His coverage on Brexton Busch, Keelan Harvick, and rising teenagers in the ARCA Series has gained traction from time to time.

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Community in Shock as NASCAR Team Owner Reveals The Heavy Cost of Racing

NASCAR team owner Josh Reaume sparks outrage after revealing two basic fuel hoses cost $800. Fans question rising prices.

As NASCAR Hits Turbulence Getting to Mexico, Bubba Wallace Drops 6 Word Bombshell on International Expansion

Bubba Wallace backs NASCAR’s global dreams despite logistical mayhem as he sees a future in international racing.

After Horror Start to Time in Mexico, NASCAR Driver Earns the Community’s Respect

Noah Gragson's gesture in Mexico City drew heaps of praise from fans who reminisce about the golden days of NASCAR.

Rick Hendrick’s Declining Driver Losing Leverage as Contract Nears Expiry

Alex Bowman’s slump is hurting his playoff hopes and his contract leverage at Hendrick Motorsports as key negotiations loom.

Denny Hamlin’s Replacement Relies on Secret Weapon Ahead of His Impromptu Mexico Plans

Ryan Truex steps in for Denny Hamlin in Mexico City, banking on one key advantage in a wild, last-minute Cup Series opportunity.

Denny Hamlin’s Kids: All About Taylor, Molly and Their Newborn Son

All you need to know about Denny Hamlin kids. Follow Essentially Sports to get the latest updates on Denny Hamlin and his kids.

Denny Hamlin Gets Rare Fan Support as Waiver Controversy Divides NASCAR Community

Denny Hamlin receives unexpected fan support amid NASCAR waiver drama after skipping Mexico race for his son’s birth.

NASCAR Driver Publicly Slams Racing Community’s Mexico City Panic in 1 Word

Zane Smith shuts down NASCAR’s Mexico City critics with a blunt one-word response, calling out the industry’s overreaction.

NASCAR Official Recalls Dale Sr.’s Unforgettable Message Before Career-Defining Race

David Green shares Dale Earnhardt Sr.’s memorable words before his 1991 Daytona pole run, a moment that shaped his NASCAR journey.

Mexico City’s ‘Calamity Corner’ Draws Stark Warning From Veteran NASCAR Driver

Michael McDowell warns of chaos at Mexico City’s Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez's Turn 10, as NASCAR returns for the Viva México 250.

Hendrick Motorsports Faces Heat as Cup Series Imbalance Fuels Fan Outrage

Fans call out Hendrick Motorsports for favoring Kyle Larson over William Byron as team dynamics spark fresh controversy in 2025 season.

“You were gone”- Dale Jr. Details ‘Final Destination’ Scare That Sparked Urgent Call to Close Friend

Dale Jr. recounts a terrifying dream about losing his best friend on the latest episode of the Dale Jr. Download.
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