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<h1 style="text-align: center"><b>NASCAR Cup Series: Origin, Teams and More</b></h1>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>What is the NASCAR Cup Series?</strong></h2>
NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing) is the authorizing body for stock-vehicle racing in North America. It was established in 1948 in Daytona Beach, Florida. Currently, the organization fields four types of tracks: Intermediate tracks, Superspeedways, Short Tracks and Road Courses.

[caption id="attachment_2675743" align="alignnone" width="5162"]<img class="wp-image-2675743 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-02-20T005209Z_1919194866_MT1USATODAY22564783_RTRMADP_3_NASCAR-DAYTONA-500.jpg" alt="NASCAR" width="5162" height="3322" /> Feb 19, 2024; Daytona Beach, Florida, USA; NASCAR Cup Series drivers Corey LaJoie (7), Kyle Busch (8) and A.J. Allmendinger (16) race three wide for the lead during the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Origin</strong></h2>
The first-ever NASCAR race was held at Charlotte Fairgrounds Speedway on June 19, 1949 and Christian David "Jim" Roper was the victor after racer Glen Dunaway was disqualified for making illegal adjustments to his car.
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">On this day in 1949, NASCAR held its first-ever "Strictly Stock" race.</p>
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<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Why is it named Cup Series? </strong></h2>
The NASCAR Cup Series is the pinnacle of the racing arrangement in the NASCAR classification. The arrangement started in 1949 and was called the Strictly Stock Division. The series was subsequently known as the Grand National Division from 1950 to 1970.

Then, in 1971, it started renting its naming rights to the R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company and was alluded to as the NASCAR Winston Cup Series till 2003. From the next year onwards, the series came to be known as the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series till 2007 after a partnership with Nextel.

Sprint obtained Nextel in 2005 and 2008 saw the arrangement being renamed as the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. Sprint remained the sponsor of the NASCAR Cup from 2008 to 2016. It was reported in December 2016 that Monster Energy would be the sponsor; therefore, the arrangement was renamed the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series from 2017 to 2019.

However, after decades of name changes, in 2017, the organization finally decided to shed off its old image and simply be named as the NASCAR Cup Series, with series sponsors being called 'Premier Partners'.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>What is the format of the Cup Series?</strong></h2>
The NASCAR points system has been a complicated affair to say the least. Over the years, the organization has tried several iterations, namely the Latford system, the Chase and the current elimination playoffs format among others, to discern one that would be fair to each driver.

While the earlier system saw drivers being awarded points on the basis of prize money in a particular race, in 1972 a new format was introduced. This time the points were awarded on the basis of laps completed. However, even that came with its own flaws and just two years later, in 1974, the organization introduced point calculation based on a mathematical formula. However, given the complexity of the equation, Bill France Jr, the former CEO of NASCAR decided to step in and call upon his close friend Bob Latford, to come up with an efficient way, which later came to be known as Boot Hill Format or the Latford Model.

With equal points awarded in all races, as New York Times aptly put it: <em>"Mr. Latford set up his points scale to reward consistency rather than flashes of brilliance, and drivers seem to like it that way."</em>

This system was perhaps the longest-running one during that time, being replaced in 2003, by The Chase format. Currently, the NASCAR Cup Series operates on the Playoff Format. The schedule consists of 31 oval races, 4 road course races, one street track race, and 4 non-championship races to be held on ovals. This also includes 16 playoff races, with four elimination rounds, namely, Round of 16, Round of 12, Round of 4 and Championship 4.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Teams</strong></h2>
As of 2024, the NASCAR Cup Series has 16 full-time teams participating and three manufacturers, namely Toyota, Chevrolet and Ford. As for the team with the most number of victories and championship, Hendrick Motorsports has has an undebatable upper hand, with 305 Cup Series wins and 14 drivers championships.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Venue</strong></h2>
The first championship race was reportedly held at Martinsville Speedway, a half-mile oval, on October 16, 1949. Currently, the final race of a Cup season is held at the Phoenix Raceway, which is a one-mile, low-banked tri-oval race track located in Avondale, Arizona, near Phoenix.

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Championship</strong></h2>
The NASCAR Cup Series hosts three different championship under one name: The Driver's Championship, the Owner's Championship and the Manufacturer's Championship. The driver's championship as the name suggests is the award given to the driver that has emerged as the winner at the end of a season. On the other hand, the Owner's Championship aims to reward the team at the top of the points standings. The driver with the most championship wins are Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt and Jimmie Johnson. Additionally, Rick Hendrick-owned Hendrick Motorsports has won a record-breaking 14 championships till date.

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On a similar note, the Manufacturer's Championship sees Original Equipment Manufacturers(OEMs) being awarded a championship based on how races their cars managed to dominate and the points accumulated. In this regard, US-based manufacturer Chevrolet has racked up the most Cup Series wins at 42, followed by Ford at 17, and Toyota at 3.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Track Types</strong></h2>
As mentioned earlier, the NASCAR Cup series organizes its races on four different types of tracks, namely, Intermediate tracks, Superspeedways, Short Tracks and Road Courses.

When it comes to Intermediate tracks, it simply means <em>"any track greater than one mile in length, with the exception of both Daytona and Talladega" </em>according to the official NASCAR website and currently the Cup Series drivers compete on the following Intermediate tracks/Speedways :
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 	<li>Atlanta Motor Speedway (1.540-mile, Quad-Oval)</li>
 	<li>Charlotte Motor Speedway (1.500-mile Quad-Oval, including a 2.280 miles Road Course)</li>
 	<li>Darlington Raceway (1.366-mile, Egg-Shaped Oval)</li>
 	<li>Dover Motor Speedway (1.000-mile, Concrete Oval)</li>
 	<li>Homestead-Miami Speedway (1.500-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li>Kansas Speedway (1.500-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
 	<li>Las Vegas Motor Speedway (1.500-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
 	<li>Michigan International Speedway (2.000-mile, D-Shaped Oval)</li>
 	<li>Nashville Superspeedway (1.333-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
 	<li>New Hampshire Motor Speedway (1.058-mile, Paperclip Oval)</li>
 	<li>Phoenix Raceway (1.000-mile, Dogleg Oval)</li>
 	<li>Texas Motor Speedway (1.500-mile, Quad-Oval)</li>
 	<li>World Wide Technology Raceway (1.250-mile, Egg-Shaped Oval)</li>
</ul>
On the other hand, Superspeedways ae oval road courses of two miles or longer. Currently, the NASCAR Cup Series has the following Superspeedways:
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 	<li>Auto Club Speedway (2.000-mile, D-Shaped Oval; Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Chicagoland Speedway (1.500-mile, D-Shaped Oval; Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Daytona International Speedway (2.500-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
 	<li>Kentucky Speedway (1.500-mile, D-Shaped Oval)</li>
 	<li>Pocono Raceway (2.500-mile, Triangular Oval)</li>
 	<li>Talladega Superspeedway (2.660-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
</ul>
The short tracks (less than 1 mile in length) that are part of NASCAR are:
<ul>
 	<li>Bristol Motor Speedway (0.533-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li>Eldora Speedway (0.500-mile, Oval; Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Iowa Speedway (0.875-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li>Knoxville Raceway (0.500-mile, Oval</li>
 	<li>Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum)</li>
 	<li>Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park (0.686-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li>Martinsville Speedway (0.526-mile, Paperclip Oval)</li>
 	<li>Milwaukee Mile Speedway (1.015-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li>North Wilkesboro Speedway (0.625-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li>Richmond Raceway (0.750-mile, D-shaped Oval)</li>
</ul>
As for Road Courses, NASCAR makes use of the following race tracks:
<ul>
 	<li>Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (2.459-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Chicago Street Race (2.14 miles)</li>
 	<li>Circuit of the Americas (3.426-mile)</li>
 	<li>DAYTONA Road Course (4.170-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (2.400-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Portland International Raceway (1.967-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Road America(4.048-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Sebring Raceway (3.741 mi, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Sonoma Raceway (1.99-mile)</li>
 	<li>Watkins Glen International (2.45-mile)</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Crown Jewel Races</strong></h2>
While NASCAR has several racetracks that it competes on, there are a couple venues that are held in high regards. Currently there are four such venues/races, namely the Daytona 500 held at the Daytona International Speedway, the Coca-Cola 500 held at the Charlotte Motor Speedway , the Brickyard 400/Verizon 200 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the Southern 500 at the Darlington Raceway.

Till date, Hendrick Motorsports vice chairman and retired NASCAR driver Jeff Gordon has the most number of Crown Jewel race wins (21), followed by Legacy Motor Club team owner Jimmie Johnson (14) and retired NASCAR driver Bobby Allison (13).

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Cars</strong></h2>
NASCAR is an ever-evolving sport and till date, there have been several iterations of the cars used during races. If we go back to the very inception of the sport, the first kind of vehicle that was used used to be called Generation - 1 (1948-1966), followed by Generation - 2 (1967-1980) and Generation - 3 (1981-1991). Later the Generation - 4 (1992 to 2007) was introduced , and then Generation - 5 (2007 -2012) and Generation - 6 (2013-2021) came into play. And currently, NASCAR features the Generation - 7 car that is also known as the Next-Gen.

Anothe notable model was the Generation - 5. Dubbed as the<em> "Car of Tomorrow"</em>, this model featured flaunted prominent front splitters under the bumpers and larger rear wings. Apart from that, according to NASCAR, the car also had <em>"significant safety advancements and a return to symmetrical bodies". </em>

[caption id="attachment_2651610" align="alignnone" width="3461"]<img class="wp-image-2651610 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-02-16T030626Z_974940649_MT1USATODAY22533198_RTRMADP_3_NASCAR-BLUEGREEN-VACATIONS-DUEL-1-AT-DAYTONA.jpg" alt="" width="3461" height="2307" /> Feb 15, 2024; Daytona Beach, Florida, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Martin Truex Jr. (19) during the Bluegreen Vacations Duel 1 at Daytona International Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series debut at the Street Course</strong></h2>
The NASCAR Cup Series has come a long way since its initial days. The organization has always been open to developments and one of the most exciting ones came in 2023,when the tourney made its Street Course debut at Chicago.

In a bid to turn make the schedule even more exciting, NASCAR officials were reportedly in talks with Chicago authorities for a number of years, with one attempt of a Chicago street race even dating back to the 1980s. However, owing to political pressure, that plan failed to materialize. Now, fast forward to four decades later and authorities were finally geared up to host an exciting, first-of-its-kind race in downtown Chicago.

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Designed by race simulation video game developer iRacing, the race aimed to showcase the city's major landmarks such as the Buckingham Fountain, the Grant Park and the Soldier Field Stadium, among others.

The first iteration of the race came in July of 2023, with New Zealand born driver Shane van Gisbergen clinching victory in his first-ever NASCAR race. If that's not iconic, what is?

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<td style="width: 237.884%;height: 24px">Richard Petty (7), Dale Earnhardt (7) and Jimmie Johnson(7)</td>
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<h3>Clint Bowyer- 2021 Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h3>
Clint Bowyer is undoubtedly the most-renowned American NASCAR racing driver. The racer currently races full time for the Stewart-Haas Racing team in the NASCAR Cup Series.
<h3>Clint Bowyer: Stats and Championships</h3>
The racer is famous worldwide for his accomplishments in the field of? American Stock car racing. He commenced racing in his early boyhood age. Conversely, he is the most efficient racer at present. He has bagged over 200 triumphs.

His remarkable form of racing was noticed without a doubt. He began racing for Richard Childress in 2004 and continued for eight years. He jumped the ship to Michael Waltrip Racing, continuing there for four years.

Following them, he moved to HScott Motorsports and raced for a year. Finally, at present, he drives the number 14 cockpit of the Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing.

His records hold several accolades, for instance; the 2008 NASCAR Nationwide Series Championship. Following next is the 2002 NASCAR Weekly Racing Series Midwest Division Champion.

He also boasts the crown of 2011 UNOH DIRT car Nationals Modified Overall Champion, 2011 Prelude to the Dream Winner,

In addition, he bagged 2010, 2011 Alabama 500 prize, and also became 2014, 2015, 2017 NASCAR All-Star Race winner.

However, he finally made the official announcement of his retirement from racing in NASCAR, from the following Season.
<h3>Clint Bowyer: 2021 Net Worth</h3>
Clint Bowyer at present, according to <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/race-car-drivers/clint-bowyer-net-worth/">internet sources</a>, is the tenth highest-paid racer in NASCAR. He has a net worth of $40 million.

The present income of the racer reckons to $7 million, as per the 2018-2019 calendar. His major income is from the victories of his race and the salary.
<h3>Clint Bowyer: Charity and Foundation</h3>
In the arena of philanthropy, Clint clearly has a significant role. He is the founder of The 75 Fund.

He formed it for the unprivileged children of his homeland in Emporia, Kansas. Clint built the Emporia Community Foundation for collecting funds for the people of the native land in need.
<h3>Clint Bowyer's Family</h3>
The son of Jana and Chris Bowyer, Clint grew up in Emporia, Kansas with his two siblings Andy and Casey Bowyer.

Clint tied the knot with Lorra in the Spring of 2014. Later that year, on 1 October, the couple gave birth to their first child. They named him Cash Aaron Bowyer.

On 9 December they became parents to their second infant, a baby girl named Presley Elizabeth.
<h3>How to contact Clint Bowyer</h3>
Clint Bowyer is very active and highly popular on Social media. He keeps his followers regularly updated.

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Clint shares his personal opinions and thoughts on his social media handles like <a href="https://instagram.com/clintbowyer?igshid=q13lkoon5lhg">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/clintbowyer">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/clintbowyer">Facebook</a>.

He also has his own <a href="https://www.clintbowyer.com/">official website</a> and his management team to keep track of his endeavors, requests, and proposals.
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<td width="151">AGE</td>
<td width="142">40</td>
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<td width="151">HEIGHT</td>
<td width="142">6?0?</td>
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<td width="151">CHAMPIONSHIP TITLES</td>
<td width="142">2008 NASCAR Nationwide Series? Champion

2002 NASCAR Weekly Racing Series Midwest Division Champion

2011? UNOH DIRT CAR NATIONALS MODIFIED OVERALL CHAMPION

2011 PRELUDE TO THE DREAM WINNER

2010, 2011 ALABAMA 500 Winner

2014, 2015, 2017 NASCAR ALL-STAR RACE Open Winner</td>
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<td width="151">RESIDENCE</td>
<td width="142">Mocksville, NC</td>
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<td width="151">NET WORTH</td>
<td width="142">$40 Million</td>
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<td width="151">NATIONALITY</td>
<td width="142">American</td>
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<td width="151">KIDS</td>
<td width="142">2- Cash Aaron, Presley Elizabeth</td>
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<td width="151">Marital Status</td>
<td width="142">Married</td>
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<td width="151">Spouse</td>
<td width="142">Lorra Bowyer</td>
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<td width="151">Ethnicity</td>
<td width="142">White</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Clint Bowyer

NASCAR- Clint BowyerCOURTESY: GETTY Clint Bowyer- 2021 Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Clint Bowyer is undoubtedly the most-renowned American NASCAR racing driver. The racer currently races full time for the Stewart-Haas Racing team in the NASCAR Cup Series. Clint Bowyer: Stats and Championships The racer is famous worldwide for his accomplishments in the field of? American Stock car racing. He commenced racing in his early boyhood age. Conversely, he is the most efficient racer at present. He has bagged over 200 triumphs. His remarkable form of racing was noticed without a doubt. He began racing for Richard Childress in 2004 and continued for eight years. He jumped the ship to Michael Waltrip Racing, continuing there for four years. Following them, he moved to HScott Motorsports and raced for a year. Finally, at present, he drives the number 14 cockpit of the Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing. His records hold several accolades, for instance; the 2008 NASCAR Nationwide Series Championship. Following next is the 2002 NASCAR Weekly Racing Series Midwest Division Champion. He also boasts the crown of 2011 UNOH DIRT car Nationals Modified Overall Champion, 2011 Prelude to the Dream Winner, In addition, he bagged 2010, 2011 Alabama 500 prize, and also became 2014, 2015, 2017 NASCAR All-Star Race winner. However, he finally made the official announcement of his retirement from racing in NASCAR, from the following Season. Clint Bowyer: 2021 Net Worth Clint Bowyer at present, according to internet sources, is the tenth highest-paid racer in NASCAR. He has a net worth of $40 million. The present income of the racer reckons to $7 million, as per the 2018-2019 calendar. His major income is from the victories of his race and the salary. Clint Bowyer: Charity and Foundation In the arena of philanthropy, Clint clearly has a significant role. He is the founder of The 75 Fund. He formed it for the unprivileged children of his homeland in Emporia, Kansas. Clint built the Emporia Community Foundation for collecting funds for the people of the native land in need. Clint Bowyer&#8217;s Family The son of Jana and Chris Bowyer, Clint grew up in Emporia, Kansas with his two siblings Andy and Casey Bowyer. Clint tied the knot with Lorra in the Spring of 2014. Later that year, on 1 October, the couple gave birth to their first child. They named him Cash Aaron Bowyer. On 9 December they became parents to their second infant, a baby girl named Presley Elizabeth. How to contact Clint Bowyer Clint Bowyer is very active and highly popular on Social media. He keeps his followers regularly updated. NASCAR- Clint BowyerCOURTESY: GETTY Clint shares his personal opinions and thoughts on his social media handles like Instagram, Twitter, Facebook. He also has his own official website and his management team to keep track of his endeavors, requests, and proposals.  AGE 40  HEIGHT 6?0?  CHAMPIONSHIP TITLES 2008 NASCAR Nationwide Series? Champion 2002 NASCAR Weekly Racing Series Midwest Division Champion 2011? UNOH DIRT CAR NATIONALS MODIFIED OVERALL CHAMPION 2011 PRELUDE TO THE DREAM WINNER 2010, 2011 ALABAMA 500 Winner 2014, 2015, 2017 NASCAR ALL-STAR RACE Open Winner  RESIDENCE Mocksville, NC  NET WORTH $40 Million  NATIONALITY American  KIDS 2- Cash Aaron, Presley Elizabeth  Marital Status Married  Spouse Lorra Bowyer  Ethnicity White

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