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Inside The Race
by NASCAR
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.
Episodes
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Briscoe Goes Back-to-Back & Hamlin’s Costly Pit Road Mistake
Chase Briscoe and the 19 team are on a roll! After scoring back-to-back wins at Charlotte, the 19 car is proving it has the speed, pit crew and execution to contend for a championship. But just how close did Briscoe come to losing it all? James Small joins Inside the Race to break down the…
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Briscoe Bounces Back, Hamlin’s Splitter Disaster & the Chase Elimination Game
The Chase is heating up, and every mistake matters. Chase Briscoe bounces back in Las Vegas after narrowly missing the win at Kansas, outdueling Kyle Larson and Tyler Reddick in the closing laps. Steve Letarte, Kyle Petty and Todd Gordon break down how Briscoe stayed disciplined, raced both…
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Kansas Belongs to Larson, But What About the Qualifying Metric?
Kyle Larson dominated Kansas for a fourth career win at the track — but the story was much bigger than another victory. Inside the Race breaks down Larson’s battle with Chase Briscoe, the late-race pit road strategy that put everything on the line, and what Larson’s max-points day means with six...
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Was the Risk Worth It? Hocevar, Blaney & Bristol
Bristol delivered everything we expect from a playoff race — contact, controversy, risk, reward and a wild final restart. Carson Hocevar and Ryan Blaney found themselves at the center of the action. Did Hocevar simply refuse to lift, and how much does Bristol itself explain what happened? The...
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51 Weeks Later: Kyle Larson Is Back
The Hendrick Motorsports No. 5 team drought is OVER! Kyle Larson is back in championship form — and after 51 weeks in the wilderness, the No. 5 team is making its move. With the playoffs heating up, every point matters as Larson looks to climb the standings and put himself in the best possible...
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A Message to Hocevar: Don't Mess With the Old Guard
Darlington kicked off the Chase with a little bit of everything—and Christopher Bell came out on top, wasting no time showing he’s here to make a run. With Hocevar and Keselowski, is payback on the horizon? The Inside the Race crew breaks down Darlington's hottest drama as there was contact…
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What Do You Have to Lose? Daytona's New Superspeedway Package & Chase Preview
“We’re going for wins. What do we have to lose?” Daytona had it all: strategy, fuel-saving, a new aero package and a chaotic final lap. Inside the Race breaks down what it all means for the Chase. Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray dive into what the data reveals about NASCAR’s new superspeedway...
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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...
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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...
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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…
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Corey Heim Changes the Conversation + NASCAR’s Indy Debate
A Brickyard win. The bird heard ’round the world. A NASCAR superstar on the rise? Corey Heim conquered Indianapolis — but is this just the beginning of something much bigger? The Inside the Race crew breaks down Heim’s breakthrough victory, the moment that put him on NASCAR’s biggest stage, and…
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ITR: Overtime - Christopher Bell Gets Candid About Crashes, Competition & Chasing a Championship
What goes through a driver's mind during and after a hard crash? Christopher Bell opens up about one of the biggest hits of his career, NASCAR's evolving safety standards, and the physical and mental challenges that come with competing at the highest level. He also talks about mentoring the next...
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Logano Was Untouchable. Did Anyone Have a Chance?
Should North Wilkesboro stay a points-paying race? Steve Letarte and Kyle Petty break down the biggest storylines from the weekend, including Logano's dominant performance, Denny Hamlin's late-race pursuit, Shane van Gisbergen's continued oval progress, and Ty Gibbs' impressive recovery. Plus,...
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Overtime Steals the Show as Blaney Delivers
Ryan Blaney delivers another statement win for Team Penske and Ford - was it was skill, strategy, or surviving overtime chaos that nailed him the Atlanta win? Blaney's overtime victory shakes up the championship conversation as Steve Letarte, Jamie McMurray, and Kyle Petty break down the dramatic...
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ITR Overtime: Tyler Reddick Breaks Down 23XI's Winning Formula
Tyler Reddick joins Alex Weaver on Inside the Race: Overtime for an in-depth conversation about what's fueling one of NASCAR's top championship contenders. From breaking down the winning culture at 23XI Racing to discussing his relationship with teammate and team owner Denny Hamlin, Tyler shares...
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ITR Overtime: Connor Zilisch's Biggest Lesson as a Rookie
Connor Zilisch joins Alex Weaver on Inside the Race: Overtime to discuss one of the fastest rises in motorsports. From starting in go-karts at just 4 years old to racing internationally as a kid and now competing in NASCAR, Connor reflects on the path that's brought him to one of the sport's...
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Briscoe’s Breakthrough & Zilisch’s Reality Check: The Chicagoland Breakdown
What really decided the Chicagoland race? Inside the Race breaks down the final run that separated Chase Briscoe and Christopher Bell, the pit road moments that changed the outcome, and the numbers reshaping the championship picture. James Small joins to share and celebrate the 19 team’s...
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SVG Owns Wine Country & The Chase Heat-Up
SVG continues his winning streak with another road course masterclass at Sonoma, but was anyone really surprised? Steve Letarte is joined by Kyle Petty to break down the biggest takeaways from the weekend, including Christopher Bell's top-5 run with an injury, Ty Gibbs' breakout performance, The...
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ITR Overtime: Jimmie Johnson on Racing’s Next Chapter
Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson has conquered the track, but his biggest challenge might be happening off of it. Jimmie Johnson may have stepped out of the driver’s seat, but he’s busier than ever. On the debut episode of Inside the Race: Overtime, Alex Weaver catches up with...
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SVG's tactical guide for Coronado
How do you race on an active naval base? NASCAR's road and street course ace Shane van Gisbergen teaches the ins and outs of the Qualcomm Circuit at Naval Base Coronado in the latest edition of "SVG's Racing School." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice…
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Three in a Row: Denny Hamlin Joins Elite Company
Denny Hamlin wins his third race in a row joining elite company in the record books. Steve Letarte is joined by Todd Gordon and Kyle Petty to talk about Hamlin's dominant stretch and his winning Pocono strategy. Steve and Todd also discuss where Christopher Bell's strategy fell short and how…
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Is this the best version of Denny Hamlin?
Steve Letarte is joined by Kyle Petty to talk about Denny Hamlin's statement win tying him with Kyle Busch on the all-time wins leaderboard. They discuss if Carson Hocevar should change how he drives, the massive crash involving Christopher Bell and Chase Elliott, and previewing how important the...
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Exploding Rotors + Denny Hamlin Masterclass
Steve Letarte is joined by Kyle Petty, Todd Gordon and Alex Weaver to discuss the exciting action in Nashville, exploding brake rotors and what to expect this weekend in Michigan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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Daniel Suárez’s Coke 600 Win + Kyle Busch’s NASCAR Legacy
Steve Letarte, Jamie McMurray and Kyle Petty break down Kyle Busch’s NASCAR legacy and dive into how Daniel Suárez was able to hold off the field on two late restarts to win the rain-shortened Coca-Cola 600. Steve is joined by Suárez’s crew chief Ryan Sparks fresh off his first career Cup Series...
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Denny Hamlin Dominates the Monster Mile
Alex Weaver and Kyle Petty break down an eventful All-Star Race, recapping all the action from Dover Motor Speedway's first time hosting it. New format, new track, new horsepower, and new aero package made the racing good and the payout greater. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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Connor Zilisch
Steve Letarte welcomes Red Bull driver Connor Zilisch to the Inside the Race studio after triple duty at Watkins Glen. Zilisch won the O'Reilly Series race, finished 2nd in the Truck Series and finished the weekend by running well in the Cup Series including setting the fastest lap of the race.…
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SVG's Watkins Glen Masterpiece
Shane van Gisbergen trailed the race leader by 30 seconds late at Watkins Glen, but then he found another gear. Join Kyle Petty, Skip Flores, and Todd Gordon as they break down SVG's impressive comeback. The "Inside the Race" crew analyze the key moments, turning points, strategy calls, and what...
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Alan Gustafson
Championship Crew Chief Alan Gustafson joins the show after winning his 2nd race of the season with #9 Chase Elliott! Gustafson speaks with his former colleague Steve Letarte about his career at Hendrick Motorsports, what it's like working with the most popular driver in the garage and how…
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Chase Elliott doubles down at Texas
Chase Elliott wins at Texas Motor Speedway! 🏁 Steve Letarte and Todd Gordon break down Chase Elliott’s Texas win with instant reaction and expert NASCAR analysis. Plus, Alex Bowman joins the show after helping push his Hendrick Motorsports teammate to victory. We cover all the biggest moments…
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NASCAR CEO Steve O'Donnell
NASCAR CEO Steve O'Donnell joins Steve Letarte on "Inside the Race" to share his instant reactions to Carson Hocevar's first career win at Talladega Superspeedway. O'Donnell also speaks about the new superspeedway stage lengths, and the sport's recent leadership changes. See Privacy Policy at...
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Carson Hocevar is a Cup Series winner
Carson "Hurricane" Hocevar had his NASCAR Cup Series moment Sunday at Talladega where he secured his 1st win and performed one of the best celebration burnouts in NASCAR history. Steve Letarte & Jamie McMurray recap the race and welcome Todd Gilliland to the studio as guest analyst. See Privacy...
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The Art of Superspeedway Racing
Steve Letarte is joined in studio by Bubba Wallace in studio to discuss the art of Superspeedway racing as the NASCAR Cup Series heads to Talladega on Sunday. Plus, a deep dive into the new stage lengths and how fuel-saving strategy will be impacted. See Privacy Policy at…
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Tyler Reddick & Toyota shine at Kansas
The final laps at Kansas Speedway were pure cinema that ended with Tyler Reddick taking the checkered flag in overtime. Steve Letarte, Kyle Petty, Alex Weaver, and Todd Gordon react to Reddick and Michael Jordan's fifth win of the year, Kyle Busch and Denny Hamlin's comments, and more! See…
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Joey Logano previews Kansas
Todd Gordon welcomes former Penske teammate Joey Logano into The Lab to preview this weekend's NASCAR Cup Series Race at Kansas Speedway. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Tremendous Ty Gibbs
Ty Gibbs holds off Ryan Blaney & Kyle Larson for 1st ever NASCAR Cup Series WIN! Alex Weaver welcomes Kyle Petty, Zach Sturniolo and Todd Gordon to the show to react to this emotional win for Ty Gibbs and his grandfather's Joe Gibbs Racing team. What went wrong for Ryan Blaney and Kyle Larson who...
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Kyle Larson, Adam Alexander + Bristol Preview
Steve Letarte is joined by reigning NASCAR Cup Series Champion Kyle Larson. We review his start to the 2026 season and preview this Sunday's race at Bristol Motor Speedway. The voice of the NASCAR O'Reilly Series on CW and Cup Series on Amazon and TNT Adam Alexander is in studio! Plus, MRN's Todd...
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#45 Crew Chief Billy Scott
Steve Letarte welcomes #45 Crew Chief Billy Scott to the Inside the Race studio! We discuss Tyler Reddick's hot start to the season and the #45 Crew Chief Billy Scott gives us insight into the team's success. Jamie McMurray also joins Steve in "The Lab" to break down the finish at Martinsville....
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Chase Elliott Relishes Martinsville Victory
Chase Elliott gets Hendrick Motorsports into victory lane for the first time in 2026! Steve Letarte, Alex Weaver & Kyle Petty have instant reaction and expert analysis after 400 laps at Martinsville Speedway. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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Clocking in for Martinsville
Tyler Reddick and Carla Metts join Steve Letarte on this midweek episode of Inside the Race! We preview Martinsville with the driver who has won 4 of the first 6 Cup series races of the season. Plus, what does it take to make a successful jump from the O'Reilly Series to the Cup Series? The CW's...
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Boogity, Boogity, Boogity! Tyler Reddick stays HOT
Tyler Reddick, Dale Earnhardt and Bill Elliott are now the only three drivers to win four of the first six races in a NASCAR Cup Series season! Steve Letarte, Kyle Petty and Alex Weaver discuss what it means for 23XI Racing and Michael Jordan. Plus, Austin Cindric joins the show after a 5th place...
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Hamlin goes A11 IN
Steve Letarte, Kyle Petty and Alex Weaver break down Denny Hamlin's dominant outing at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Ross Chastain and Daniel Suarez' post-race squabble, and much more "Inside the Race". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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Viva Las Vegas
The NASCAR Cup Series is headed to Las Vegas! Ryan Flores joins Steve Letarte to preview Vegas and break down the points standings heading into the 5th race of the season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Most Admired Man in Motorsports
FOX's Mike Joy said it best when he called Phoenix winner Ryan Blaney "the most admired man in motorsports". Steve Letarte, Kyle Petty, Alex Weaver and Special guest Todd Gordon break down the action at Phoenix Raceway. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...
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Connor Zilisch & Noah Gragson + Phoenix Preview
NASCAR Cup Series Rookie Connor Zilisch joins Steve Letarte in "The Lab" after a strong run at Circuit of the Americas. Driver of the RCR #4 Noah Gragson also drops by to discuss the start to his season & being featured on the newest edition of Full Speed on Amazon Prime. Plus, former…
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First. Time. Ever.
Tyler Reddick and Michael Jordan celebrate in Victory Lane for the third time in as many weeks to start the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season. Steve Letarte, Kyle Petty and Alex Weaver have instant reaction and expert analysis to the historic race at Circuit of the Americas. See Privacy Policy at...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
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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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...
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