NASCAR Writer
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.
“Not a Good System”– Richard ‘The King’ Petty Calls Out NASCAR’s Chase Format With Bold Kyle Larson Warning
Richard Petty questions NASCAR’s Chase format, warning Kyle Larson’s dominance could make the championship a foregone conclusion too early.
“Take a Breath and Relax”– Denny Hamlin Rips Apart Kyle Larson’s ‘Unbeatable’ Chase Run With Law of Averages Claim
Denny Hamlin urges fans to relax over Kyle Larson’s Chase dominance, arguing that his blistering form cannot last forever.
“You Can’t Even Say Sorry Yet”– Enraged Tony Stewart Slams the Door on Steve O’Donnell’s Help Plea Over Past Bad Blood
Tony Stewart rejects Steve O’Donnell’s plea for help, revealing the past NASCAR tensions that still fuel their bitter relationship.
“I Got Fired From My Own Team”– Tony Stewart Unpacks Bizarre NHRA Split Involving Wife Leah Pruett
Tony Stewart reveals how Leah Pruett’s changing demeanor tipped him off that he was about to be “fired” from his own NHRA team.
Denny Hamlin Demands Public Accountability for Martinsville ‘Cowards’ in Direct Warning to NASCAR Regional Boss
Denny Hamlin demands NASCAR take action after Corey Heim was attacked at Martinsville, warning regional officials over the lack of accountability.
“What More Can You Do?”- Bubba Wallace Delivers Raw Admission on Being Paddock’s Wreck Magnet
Bubba Wallace admits he expects to get caught in wrecks every week as the 23XI Racing star fights through a chaotic Chase.
“Maybe It’ll Rain in Vegas”– Ryan Blaney Takes Bitter Swipe at NASCAR Metric Trap Amid Piling Chase Pressure
Ryan Blaney takes aim at NASCAR’s metric system as repeated starting disadvantages add pressure to his Chase title hopes.
“Don’t Want to F***ing Hear It From You”- Livid RCR Star Lashes Out at His Own Team After SVG Feud Triggers Brutal Radio Fallout
Austin Hill’s long-running feud with van Gisbergen boils over again, sparking a furious radio exchange with his own team.
“We Got Big Problems”– Frustrated Tyler Reddick Publicly Calls Out 23XI Racing’s Chase Embarrassment
Tyler Reddick admits 23XI Racing has “big problems” after another difficult Chase race leaves the team searching for answers.
Chase Briscoe Publicly Abandons Championship Hopes as ‘Tony Stewart Math’ Forces 6-Word Admission
Chase Briscoe admits his championship hopes are fading after falling 123 points behind Kyle Larson with six Chase races left.
“Third Place Car, Driver & Everything”– Denny Hamlin Downplays Slipping Championship Threat With Candid Accountability
Denny Hamlin admits he needs more wins after Kansas widens his championship gap to Kyle Larson with six Chase races remaining.
“Easier to Be the Hunter”– Kyle Larson Delivers Cold Reality Check to Chase Briscoe With Bold Championship Statement
Kyle Larson’s Kansas win sends a strong championship message as he opens a 26-point Chase lead over Denny Hamlin.
