Inside The Race

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Go Inside the Race with Steve Letarte, Todd Gordon, Kyle Petty and special guests after the NASCAR Cup Series checkered flag. We’ll go beyond the results to break down why the race was won — using data, strategy, technology and expert insight to unpack the pivotal moments, key decisions and details you may have missed in real time. Plus, we’ll sit down with the winning crew chief for an inside look at the strategy behind Victory Lane.

  1. 1d ago ·  Video

    ITR Overtime: Kyle Larson on Knoxville & Building a Legacy

    Kyle Larson joins Inside the Race: Overtime following one of the wildest race days of his career. From racing at Richmond to making a nearly impossible 30-minute turnaround to Knoxville, Kyle breaks down the logistics, focus, and timing it took to make it all work — and what it meant to win the prestigious Knoxville Nationals for the fourth time. Larson also opens up about Hendrick Motorsports, navigating a winless stretch, maintaining confidence in his team, the next generation of drivers, and what he still hopes to accomplish as he continues building his legacy in motorsports. Plus, why Larson believes patience, persistence, and even embracing “the suck” are all part of becoming a better racer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    ITR Overtime: Kyle Larson on Knoxville & Building a Legacy

  2. 1d ago ·  Video

    The Art of Driving in the Rain at Loudon

    Loudon delivered a race where track conditions, strategy and execution changed everything — Inside the Race breaks down why. Steve Letarte, Kyle Petty and Jamie McMurray take a deep dive into the “art of rain” at New Hampshire, examining how lap times evolved as the track dried, NASCAR’s decision to mandate a non-competitive pit stop to remove rain tires, and whether that decision should ultimately be left to the teams. They also look at Shane van Gisbergen’s speed, Josh Berry’s continued Chase push and the radio moments that revealed the frustration inside his team. Penske crew chief Jonathan Hassler joins us to break down Ryan Blaney’s weekend, including the two-tire call, pit crew strategy and his communication with the team. Steve and Jamie also take us into The Lab to break down the pit-road chaos — Christopher Bell’s tire changer getting dragged out of the box, Byron’s stuck wrench and lost wheel, Blaney’s pit-road trouble, and Denny Hamlin’s unforgettable “Enchilada” radio moment. Plus, we break down the tightening Chase battle, who can clinch the fifth seed before Daytona, and what to watch for when NASCAR’s new rules package makes its debut at the track. Rain. Strategy. Chaos. The Chase. Inside the Race breaks it all down Timecodes:  0:00: Weekend recap 0:45: Racing in the rain 6:28: Josh Berry runs well despite uncertain future  17:44: Weekend Winners 18:51: Jonathan Hassler joins Inside the Race 35:29: The Lab: Wet vs Dry Conditions 45:15: The Lab: Pit Road Mayhem 53:48: Chase Preview 57:04: Daytona rules update interview 1:00:36: Overtime Kyle Larson tease See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    The Art of Driving in the Rain at Loudon

  3. Aug 18 ·  Video

    How the 22 Found Its Form

    Richmond was a race where the story wasn’t always in the running order — it was in the strategy. Jamie McMurray guest hosts this week joined by Kyle Petty and Todd Gordon at the Inside the Race desk. From massive tire falloff to bold pit strategy, Richmond created opportunities for teams willing to think differently. The ITR crew takes you inside the decisions that shaped the race, including Joey Logano and Paul Wolfe’s continued rise in the championship standings, Kyle Larson’s improbable turnaround, and the late-race strategy battle between the 22, 20 and 5. Plus, SVG’s fight forward against Preece in the points standings ahead of The Chaser and what Richmond tells us before heading into Loudon next week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    How the 22 Found Its Form

  4. Aug 11

    ITR Overtime: Toni Breidinger on Finding Confidence in NASCAR

    From San Francisco go-karts to NASCAR — Toni Breidinger is building her own path. Toni Breidinger joins Alex Weaver on this episode of ITR: Overtime to open up about her unconventional path from go-karts in San Francisco to NASCAR, the confidence it takes to compete under a microscope, and the lessons she's learned while navigating major career transitions. From her recent victories and manufacturer changes to the realities of social media and mental health, Toni gets candid about what it really takes to grow as both a driver and a person. She also shares why seeing more women in racing matters, the advice she'd give to the next generation of female racers, and how she stays grounded outside the driver's seat. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    ITR Overtime: Toni Breidinger on Finding Confidence in NASCAR

  5. Aug 11

    Ty Gibbs’ 2-Tire Gamble, Bell’s Brutal Streak & JGR Has a Brake Problem

    Ty Gibbs gambled on two tires and held off Christopher Bell — but how did he actually pull it off? Kyle Petty, Bozi Tatarevic and Todd Gordon break down the biggest storylines from the weekend at Iowa, including Bell’s run of seven runner-up finishes, Hendrick Motorsports’ struggles, Tyler Reddick’s summer slide and a major shakeup in the playoff picture. Letarte’s Lab goes deep on one of the biggest technical stories in the garage: brakes. Bozi and Todd explain what teams are changing, why JGR has struggled with its brake package, and what could happen at Richmond and New Hampshire. Alex Weaver sits down with Toni Breidinger in Overtime to talk confidence, racing in NASCAR and what it takes to keep pushing forward. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Ty Gibbs’ 2-Tire Gamble, Bell’s Brutal Streak & JGR Has a Brake Problem

  6. Aug 4

    ITR Overtime: Building a Modern Motorsports Empire with Justin Marks

    Justin Marks has reshaped what a modern motorsports team can be. On ITR Overtime this week, the Trackhouse Racing founder shares his journey from race car driver to team owner, the philosophy behind building one of the sport's fastest-growing organizations, and why authenticity and culture have been central to its success. Justin also discusses developing young talent, the evolution of drivers like Ross Chastain and Connor Zilisch, expanding into MotoGP and international motorsports through Project 91, and his vision for keeping NASCAR culturally relevant for the next generation of fans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    ITR Overtime: Building a Modern Motorsports Empire with Justin Marks

  7. Aug 3

    Can Anyone Stop the Favorites? Iowa Preview + Justin Marks Goes Overtime

    Steve Letarte is joined by Kyle Petty, Matt Weaver, and Todd Gordon to preview NASCAR’s upcoming trip to Iowa, breaking down the what makes the track so unique. The crew also dives deep into the current points standings ahead of The Chase - who has the edge, and which drivers are in the best position for championship runs. Then on Inside the Race: Overtime, Alex Weaver sits down with Trackhouse Racing founder Justin Marks to discuss building one of NASCAR’s fastest-growing teams, developing young talent, Project 91, and his vision for the future of NASCAR. Like, subscribe, and let us know your Iowa winner in the comments! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Can Anyone Stop the Favorites? Iowa Preview + Justin Marks Goes Overtime

  8. Jul 28

    ITR Overtime: Corey Heim's Cup Series Breakthrough

    The signs were all there. We recorded this ITR Overtime interview just one week before Corey Heim captured his second Cup Series win in only 15 starts at the Brickyard 400. In this conversation, Heim reflects on his breakthrough first Cup victory in San Diego, the mindset that's fueled his rapid rise, and what it's like racing for 23XI Racing with Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan. He also opens up about balancing multiple series, handling sky-high expectations, building the "HeimTime" brand, and the goals driving his future. If you want to understand why so many people believe Corey Heim is NASCAR's next superstar, this conversation tells you everything you need to know. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    ITR Overtime: Corey Heim's Cup Series Breakthrough
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Go Inside the Race with Steve Letarte, Todd Gordon, Kyle Petty and special guests after the NASCAR Cup Series checkered flag. We’ll go beyond the results to break down why the race was won — using data, strategy, technology and expert insight to unpack the pivotal moments, key decisions and details you may have missed in real time. Plus, we’ll sit down with the winning crew chief for an inside look at the strategy behind Victory Lane.

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