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Bubba Wallaces NASCAR career began in 2012, showcasing promise with top-twelve finishes in his first four races. He secured his first national series win in 2013, becoming the second Black driver to achieve this feat. Wallace continued his winning streak in the Truck Series, earning victories at Gateway, Eldora, and Martinsville. In 2015, he moved to the Xfinity Series, and in 2017, he made his Cup Series debut, eventually becoming the full-time driver of the number forty-three car. Wallaces Cup Series career gained momentum with a runner-up finish at the Daytona 500 in 2018. In 2021, he joined twenty-three XI Racing, co-owned by Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan, and made history again by winning at Talladega, becoming the second Black driver to win in the NASCAR Cup Series.

Mohammed Ben Sulayem secures second term as FIA president amidst controversy.

Formula One star Max Verstappen partners with Fanatics for a global merchandise deal, launching a new online store in 2026. This move signifies a shift in athlete branding and merchandise, offering fans a wide range of apparel, accessories, and limited-edition items. The partnership also signals a new era for motorsport collectibles, consolidating everything under one roof.

IndyCar introduces a new independent board for race officiating, aiming to enhance fairness and transparency. The IndyCar Officiating Incorporated, overseen by a three-person Independent Officiating Board (IOB) and a Managing Director, will handle rule enforcement, technical inspections, and race control decisions. The IOB members, Ray Evernham, Raj Nair, and Ronan Morgan, bring diverse motorsport experience from various series. This change is expected to boost the series integrity and growth, with positive reactions from IndyCar stakeholders and FIA officials.

Lionel Racings top ten best-selling die-cast cars for the 2025 season feature a mix of NASCAR legends, champions, and new talents. Justin Allgaiers Traveller Whiskey Daytona 500 scheme and Chase Elliotts EchoPark Speedway win lead the pack, showcasing fan interest in both popular drivers and race-winning cars. The collection also includes iconic names like Dale Earnhardt Jr. and emerging drivers like Connor Zilisch, Josh Berry, and Shane van Gisbergen. Elliotts EchoPark victory car tops the five most popular race-win die-casts, reflecting thrilling moments from the past season.

Alex Bowmans 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season saw him finish 13th in points, with 6 top-5 and 16 top-10 finishes. Despite not winning, he led 165 laps and made the playoffs, but was eliminated after 2 poor performances. His 4th place finish in Mexico City, after a major crash, showcased his resilience. However, his average finish of 17.4 was his lowest with Hendrick, and hes aiming for a strong 2026 season to secure his future with the team.

Aston Martins 2025 Formula One season ended with a seventh-place finish in the Constructors Championship, marking the third time in five years theyve landed in that spot. Veteran driver Fernando Alonso secured a tenth-place finish in the Drivers Championship, while his teammate Lance Stroll secured thirty-three points. The teams final race under the current Formula One regulations and Mercedes engines ended with a double points finish in Abu Dhabi. Looking ahead, Aston Martin will be powered by Honda starting in 2026, with Honda Racing President Koji Watanabe expressing confidence in this new collaboration and aiming to win the World Championship in the future.

The F One Academy, an all-female racing series, is gaining global popularity with a 14-race schedule this season, including iconic tracks like Shanghai, Jeddah, Montreal, Austin, and the legendary Silverstone in the UK. Major partnerships and high-profile locations are boosting visibility and opportunities for young drivers, aiming to inspire the next generation of female racers.

Podcast Papi shares his personal journey of overcoming a 3-year period of isolation, poverty, and lack of excitement. He emphasizes that current circumstances do not define ones future and encourages listeners to use challenging times as opportunities for growth and preparation for their comeback story.