Vikrant Damke, Author at EssentiallySports

Vikrant Damke

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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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Ryan Blaney Praises Josh Berry’s Resilience After Near-Win Redemption

Ryan Blaney applauds Josh Berry’s resilience after a near-win at New Hampshire, contrasting respect with JGR's Gibbs–Hamlin’s chaos.

Roger Penske’s NASCAR Juggernaut Sends Shockwaves Through Rivals After NHMS Success

Team Penske’s dominant NHMS run reasserts its playoff edge, leaving rivals scrambling as the 2025 NASCAR title fight heats up.

Insiders Sound Alarm Over Chase Elliott’s Qualifying Struggles Threatening NASCAR Playoff Derailment

Insiders warn Chase Elliott’s poor qualifying runs could derail his playoff push despite consistent top-5 finishes this season.

Ryan Blaney Drops Truth Bomb on Roger Penske’s Ruthless Championship Mandate

Ryan Blaney reveals Roger Penske’s championship mandate and preps for Kansas & Charlotte after securing Round of 8 with NHMS win.

Fans Buzz as Corey LaJoie Rejects NASCAR Racing Future With a Caveat

Corey LaJoie signals his full-time NASCAR driving days may be over, sparking fan debate on his career, future, and off-track success.

Denny Hamlin Exposes JGR’s Missed Opportunity Which Shaped Penske’s Success

Denny Hamlin calls out JGR’s missed prep at Loudon, highlighting how Penske turned testing into dominance at New Hampshire.

Denny Hamlin Reveals Brutal Truth About 23XI’s Kansas Playoff Chances

Denny Hamlin breaks down 23XI’s tough NHMS run and what they must now do in Kansas to keep playoff hopes alive.

NASCAR Rivals Fume Over Roger Penske’s Hidden Phoenix Power After NHMS Reality Check

Rivals voice frustration as Roger Penske's team's NHMS dominance sparks fresh concerns over their Phoenix edge in the owner’s title fight.

Michael Jordan’s NASCAR Driver Left Heartbroken After 23XI’s Disastrous NHMS Performance

Tyler Reddick reflects on 23XI Racing’s struggles at NHMS, calling it a “terrible day” as playoff hopes hang by a thread.

Kyle Busch Aims to Break Winless Streak in Kansas After Devastating NHMS Crash

Kyle Busch looks to rebound at Kansas Speedway after a crash-marred outing at New Hampshire, aiming to end his winless streak.

Bubba Wallace Blasts 23XI’s New Hampshire Struggles With Bold 4-Word Confession

Bubba Wallace calls out 23XI after New Hampshire, admitting “no speed, no grip” as playoff pressure mounts in Round of 12.

NASCAR’s $117 Billion Giant Partner Steps Back as Playoff Overhaul Looms Large, Claims Insider

NASCAR’s billion-dollar TV partner steps back, leaving the sport to decide its playoff future as fans push for major changes.