Denny Hamlin trying yet again to win his first Cup championship on Sunday at Phoenix
Denny Hamlin insists that making the final four is the goal, Bob Pockrass writes. Don't take that to mean he doesn't want the title. NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Meet Cliff Daniels, the crew chief behind Kyle Larson's phenomenal season
Kyle Larson isn't alone at the top. Cliff Daniels is by his side, and it has made a world of difference, Bob Pockrass writes. NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Braves, Bulldogs fan Chase Elliott aims to give Georgia another reason to cheer
Chase Elliott hopes to deliver for his home-state fans while he roots on the Braves to do the same, Bob Pockrass writes. NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Larson, Hamlin, Truex and Elliott: The Championship 4 prepare for shot at glory
It has all come down to this. Bob Pockrass takes an early look at next Sunday's Cup Series championship race in Phoenix. NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Cup Series Championship 4 is set after drama-filled day at Martinsville
Several drivers left Martinsville angry as Denny Hamlin, Martin Truex Jr. and Chase Elliott advanced, Bob Pockrass writes. NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Kyle Larson, Hendricks team staying focused on Martinsville one week before Phoenix
Bob Pockrass examines the attitude of Kyle Larson and his team heading into their last race before the title tilt in Phoenix. OCTOBER 28, 2021
Martinsville will determine who joins Kyle Larson in Championship 4
The pressure is on, as a shot at the Championship 4 is on the line for several drivers at Martinsville, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 25, 2021
Kyle Larson's victory at Kansas a special moment for Hendrick Motorsports
Kyle Larson's third straight victory was also a poignant moment for the Hendrick Motorsports team, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 25, 2021
Harvick vs. Elliott and Earnhardt vs. Gordon: NASCAR's best rivalries between old and young
In honor of Chase Elliott and Kevin Harvick, Bob Pockrass looks at the best cross-generational rivalries in NASCAR history. OCTOBER 23, 2021
NASCAR drivers all compete by their own code, but what happens when they clash?
Should non-playoff drivers race differently against playoff drivers? Bob Pockrass tackles a sticky question about conduct. OCTOBER 21, 2021
Team Penske drivers giving Joe Gibbs Racing, Hendrick Motorsports a run for their money
Hendrick and JGR were expected to cruise in the playoffs, but Penske has thrown a wrench in those plans, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 18, 2021
Kyle Larson wins again at Texas, clinches spot in the Championship 4
Kyle Larson recorded his eighth win this season with another dominant outing at Texas. Here are Bob Pockrass' takeaways. OCTOBER 18, 2021
Next Gen testing gives NASCAR drivers key time in new car
Testing the Next Gen car gives drivers a chance to work out some bugs, but there is much work to be done, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 14, 2021
The Round of 8: Bob Pockrass breaks down the Cup Series playoffs semifinals
Who's cruising toward the final four, and who needs speed? Bob Pockrass breaks down the Cup Series playoffs Round of 8. OCTOBER 12, 2021
Chase Elliott, Kevin Harvick continue to escalate their dispute on the track
Chase Elliott and Kevin Harvick showed Sunday that their feud – while on ice for now – is far from over, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 11, 2021
Kyle Larson pulls off clutch comeback, while Chase Elliott and Kevin Harvick continue feud
Kyle Larson overcame an alternator issue to win at Charlotte, while the Elliott-Harvick feud continued. Here are Bob Pockrass' takeaways. OCTOBER 11, 2021
Kyle Larson knows not to get too comfortable heading into Charlotte
Kyle Larson is in good shape in the Cup Series playoffs, but he knows that can change in a hurry, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 7, 2021
Talladega proves pivotal for Bubba Wallace, Brad Keselowski, Kyle Larson, more
The rain-shortened day at Talladega brought a mix of triumph, disappointment and stress for drivers, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 5, 2021
Bubba Wallace breaks through with first Cup Series win at Talladega
In a rain-shortened race at Talladega, Bubba Wallace finally got the victory he has been chasing, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 4, 2021
NASCAR drivers have crucial tests of Next Gen car on the horizon
NASCAR drivers have crucial tests on the Next Gen car upcoming, with cockpit heat a big concern. Bob Pockrass has the story. OCTOBER 4, 2021
NASCAR Cup Series playoff race at Talladega moved to Monday due to rain
Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series playoff race at Talladega has been moved to Monday due to rain. Bob Pockrass has the details. OCTOBER 3, 2021
Drivers face crucial decisions as Cup Series playoffs reach climax
To help or not to help a competitor? That will be the question at Talladega on Sunday, Bob Pockrass writes. SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
Kevin Harvick is trying to get into Chase Elliott's head, which is no surprise
Kevin Harvick's anger with Chase Elliott could be real, or he could be simply looking for a mental edge, Bob Pockrass writes. SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Denny Hamlin's big win, Kyle Larson's costly error define Las Vegas
Denny Hamlin is on to the Round of 8, while Kyle Larson and his team are regretting a woeful decision, Bob Pockrass writes. SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Kyle Larson on Cup title chances: 'I don’t view what I’m doing now as redemption'
Suspended for using a racial slur in 2020, Kyle Larson isn't viewing his Cup title chances in 2021 as a "redemption" story. SEPTEMBER 24, 2021