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The key to Zilisch becoming NASCAR's next big star: 'Learn to lose'
The NASCAR Cup Series isn't kind to rookies, no matter how highly touted, but that might not apply to Connor Zilisch when he steps up in 2026.

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Larson's NASCAR crown comes at Hamlin's heartbreaking expense: 'Doesn't feel right'
Kyle Larson won his second NASCAR title on Sunday, but even he didn't feel right seeing another championship slip through Denny Hamlin's fingers.

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Who has won the most NASCAR Cup Series championships?
Who are the most successful NASCAR drivers? Jimmie Johnson, Dale Earnhardt, and Richard Petty claim the most titles. Check out other top performers.

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All-time NASCAR champions: Cup Series winners list
Richard Petty, Jimmie Johnson, and Dale Earnhardt top the overall NASCAR championship leaderboard, with 7 titles a piece. Check out other winners now.

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- Judge's ruling helps race teams' case vs. NASCAR
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- Phelps: NASCAR 'trying our hardest' to settle suit
- NASCAR counterclaim in antitrust suit dismissed
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