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2025 NASCAR Xfinity and Craftsman Truck Series seasons saw record-breaking performances, with Connor Zilisch winning ten races, the most by any driver since 2016, and becoming the youngest driver to achieve various milestones. JR Motorsports had a dominant year with seventeen victories, while Austin Hill made history for Richard Childress Racing with his hundredth series win. Justin Allgaier joined an elite group, leading seven thousand career Xfinity Series laps. In the Truck Series, Corey Heim led all drivers with seven poles, twelve wins, and set a new record by leading laps in twenty-six consecutive races.

Lando Norris crowned 2025 Formula One World Champion, securing title at Abu Dhabi race; Max Verstappen congratulates via virtual appearance, acknowledging Norris unbelievable season and McLarens performance.

Bubba Wallace, in his second playoff appearance, secured one win and six top-five finishes, marking significant progress in his career. However, a playoff-ending incident at Kansas Speedway and a missed opportunity at Richmond Raceway highlighted his seasons challenges. Despite these setbacks, his victory at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway was a major milestone. With improved performance across all track types and a strong team, Wallace is poised for continued success in the upcoming season.

Spire Motorsports reinforces leadership, shuffles crew chiefs for 2026 NASCAR seasons. Matt McCall promoted to Competition Director, Ryan Sparks focuses on crew chief role. Travis Peterson and Luke Lambert retain crew chief positions. Kevin Bono Manion promoted to Competition Director in Truck Series, crew chief lineup remains unchanged. Driver and sponsorship details yet to be announced.

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.