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Shane van Gisbergen Chases Himself in Back-to-Back Sonoma Wins

PHOTO: James Gilbert/Getty Images. Shane van Gisbergen completed a Sonoma weekend sweep, overcoming an imperfect NASCAR Cup Series car to hold off Chase Briscoe while already turning his focus toward the upcoming oval stretch.

Crystal Clay

Jun 294 min read

SONOMA, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 27: AJ Allmendinger, driver of the #16 EchoPark Automotive Chevrolet, looks on during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway on June 27, 2026 in Sonoma, California. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)

AJ Allmendinger Reaches 500 Starts Without Stopping the Pursuit of Better

As AJ Allmendinger prepares for his 500th NASCAR Cup Series start at Sonoma Raceway, the Kaulig Racing veteran isn’t focused on the milestone. Instead, he’s focused on getting better. From studying Shane van Gisbergen’s road-course approach to earning praise from teammate Ty Dillon, Allmendinger’s career continues to be defined by growth, perspective and an unwavering commitment to improvement.

Crystal Clay

Jun 283 min read

Shane van Gisbergen Gets One Back at Sonoma, Says He’s Still Evolving

Shane van Gisbergen dominated NOAPS Sonoma, got one back against Connor Zilisch and shared why he believes he’s still improving.

Crystal Clay

Jun 283 min read

Kyle Busch's plaque on display at Sonoma Raceway's Wall of Fame

Kyle Busch’s Sonoma legacy to be honored with Wall of Fame induction

Sonoma Raceway will posthumously induct two-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion Kyle Busch into its Wall of Fame on Sunday, honoring one of the most accomplished drivers in NASCAR history and one of the road course's most successful competitors.

Crystal Clay

Jun 262 min read

Not From That School: Maddi Gordon, Don Prudhomme, and the Shift in Who Gets a Chance in NHRA

By Crystal Clay SONOMA, Calif . (July 27, 2025) — Maddi Gordon wasn’t at the track this weekend. She wasn’t in the pit area, suiting up,...

Crystal Clay

Jul 27, 20254 min read

Brittany Force's Monster Energy/Top Fuel dragster launches off the starting line at night during her record-setting343.16-mph run at the 2025 NHRA Sonoma Nationals, with flames visible from the headers.

Brittany Force Sets NHRA Speed Record with 343.16 MPH Blast at Sonoma

SONOMA, Calif. (July 26, 2025) — Brittany Force delivered the fastest run in NHRA history Friday night at Sonoma Raceway, clocking a...

Crystal Clay

Jul 26, 20252 min read

Week Twenty - 2025 StatChat Power Rankings After Sonoma

Photo by Ralph Garcia for Racing Refresh By Adam Carabine A look at the Top Ten in our weekly Power Rankings, plus the biggest movers!...

Adam Carabine

Jul 18, 20254 min read

The Post Race Inspection - 2025 Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma

Photo by Ralph Garcia for Racing Refresh By Adam Carabine & Logan Morris Logan Morris: Hey Adam, we’re back, and the beat goes on for SVG...

Adam Carabine

Jul 14, 20257 min read

Shane van Gisbergen stands on his No. 88 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet, arms raised in triumph, surrounded by his Red Bull and Trackhouse crew celebrating in Victory Lane at Sonoma Raceway

Flavor of Focus: Shane van Gisbergen’s Sonoma Win Was as Methodical as the Region Itself

SONOMA, Calif. — In a region where meals are crafted with care and victories are slow roasted, Shane van Gisbergen delivered a Sonoma win that matched the setting: clean, intentional and rooted in precision.

Crystal Clay

Jul 14, 20253 min read