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Jahnavi Sonchhatra
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Jahnavi Sonchhatra is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports, reporting from the off-track news desk with a focus on fan sentiment and cultural narratives. She covers the sport’s most debated storylines, including Denny Hamlin being told to bench his driver after a divisive move in Mexico. A member of the EssentiallySports Journalistic Excellence Program, Jahnavi brings fresh and inclusive angles to a sport she’s come to understand from both inside and beyond the paddock.

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Ty Gibbs Puts $1,000,000 in the Back Seat, Pushing His Bigger Agenda Heading to Indianapolis

Ty Gibbs shrugs off the In-Season Challenge hype as he targets Indy and his first Cup win to crack the playoffs.

Chase Elliott Snatches the Championship Lead From Rick Hendrick’s Down and Bad Driver

Chase Elliott takes over the top spot in the 2025 Cup Series standings after a consistent Dover run, dethroning teammate William Byron.

Denny Hamlin Admits to Doubting the Coach’s Orders After Losing Partner of 6 Years

Joe Gibbs Racing's Denny Hamlin’s doubts about his new crew chief, Chris Gayle, finally died down after the Dover victory.

Christopher Bell Makes Accidental Sacrifice, Sabotaging Rick Hendrick’s Star Driver at Dover

Joe Gibbs Racing's Christopher Bell’s mistake at Dover causes ripple effects on NASCAR's championship standings.

Ryan Blaney Puts His Championship Pursuit in Jeopardy With a Controversial Admission Before Dover

Ryan Blaney reflects on his Sonoma crash, viral radio outburst, and why he won’t wreck for revenge, even when the frustration boils over.

Former Jimmie Johnson’s Driver Gets the Cold Shoulder From Carson Hocevar After Sonoma Debacle

After a heated on-track exchange, Josh Berry waited for a response, but Carson Hocevar walked away in silence.

Kyle Larson’s Brother-in-Law Hospitalized After Crash as Sprint Car Racing Churns Out Another Victim

Brad Sweet, Kyle Larson’s brother-in-law and five-time World of Outlaws champion, was rushed to the hospital after a brutal crash.

“Bit of a Risk” – Chase Elliott Admits Fear as He Becomes NASCAR’s Experiment for Dover

Chase Elliott starts on Pole at Dover, but calls it a bit of a risk as rain and a new tire compound shake things up.

Denny Hamlin Credits Two NASCAR Champions Behind His Uncanny Dover Dominance

Denny Hamlin reveals the secret behind his recent dominance at Dover, crediting two iconic champions for influencing his driving style.

Amidst Weather Devastation, Dale Jr.’s Star Left ‘Unimpressed’ After Dethroning Kyle Busch With Dover Triumph

Rain halts the NASCAR Xfinity race at Dover on Lap 135 with Connor Zilisch leading, and it marks his fourth consecutive win.

“I Hate It” – Frankie Muniz Jr Exposes the Wicked Truth Behind Racing in NASCAR

Frankie Muniz opens up about the battle smaller truck series teams face, struggling for consistent sponsorship.

Struggling Driver Reveals How NASCAR Makes It “Harder and Harder” for Small Teams to Compete

Frankie Muniz reflects on the uphill battle faced by smaller teams in stock car racing and how his ARCA journey revealed challenges.
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