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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High Limit Racing International Race Format Explained: Schedule, Heats, and Finale

High Limit Racing International format explained: full schedule, heat races, dashes, points system, and the $110,000 finale.

Corey LaJoie Publicly Speaks Out Against Vocal NASCAR Fans as Hate Goes Out of Hand

Corey LaJoie fires back at nonstop NASCAR criticism, calling out social media’s echo chamber as fan frustration hits new highs.

Supercars Impose Strict Bans as Teams Caught Abusing Loopholes Amidst Cost Cap Measures

Supercars tighten 2026 cost-cap rules after teams exploited loopholes, imposing strict bans to curb performance personnel abuse.

Rick Hendrick’s Rising Star Pulls Off the Unthinkable at Kyle Larson’s Turf

Rick Hendrick’s rising star stuns the sprint car world, stealing headlines at Kyle Larson’s home turf with a jaw-dropping drive.

Ford Is Losing NASCAR’s Garage — and There’s No System to Stop It

Ford’s NASCAR presence is shrinking as teams drift away, exposing a deeper structural problem with no clear plan to stop the slide.

Joey Logano Snubs Entire NASCAR Garage With Bold International Stardom Claim

Joey Logano claims unexpected international stardom in Mexico as NASCAR expands globally, surprising fans and rivals alike.

Last-Lap Shopping: The Ultimate NASCAR Gift Guide for 2025

Last-minute Christmas shopping for NASCAR fans? This 2025 gift guide has quick, fan-approved ideas that still feel thoughtful.

Kyle Larson Throws Shade at Gen-7 Car Amidst Growing Pushback From Denny Hamlin

Kyle Larson questions the Gen-7 car as Denny Hamlin leads growing criticism over parity, passing issues, and the state of NASCAR racing.

Dale Jr.’s CARS Tour Team Enters NASCAR as Michael Jordan & Co. Close Cup Series Gates

Dale Jr.’s CARS Tour team joins NASCAR Xfinity in 2026 as soaring Cup charter prices push new teams away from the top tier.

NASCAR Team President Claps Back at Haters After Playoff Controversy Lands Him in Hot Waters

Kaulig Racing president Chris Rice fires back at critics as backlash grows over NASCAR’s controversial decision to keep the playoff format.

Abandoned NASCAR Track Back in Focus as New Images Stir Fan Hope

New photos of Auto Club Speedway’s demolition spark fan hope, debate, and “hopium” as long-promised NASCAR short track remains in limbo.

Wife Samantha Shares Her Excitement as Kyle Busch’s RCR Legacy Gets Featured on Taylor Sheridan’s Landman

Samantha Busch reacts as Kyle Busch’s Lucas Oil–backed RCR legacy makes a surprise appearance in Taylor Sheridan’s hit series Landman.