
Saad Rashid
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Saad Rashid is a NASCAR journalist and lead writer for EssentiallySports’ flagship newsletter—Lucky Dog on Track. With a Master’s in Media Management from Middlesex University and over three years in sports journalism, he brings sharp analytical expertise to his race-day breakdowns and Cup Series analysis at the LDOT Raceday desk. His strength lies in breaking down race strategy, driver decisions, and momentum swings—areas where his NASCAR coverage shines. Before turning to NASCAR full-time, Saad covered the soccer beat, where he interviewed the likes of Xavi Hernandez and Oliver Bierhoff.<a>Hey this is Rahul</a>
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They Cheered His Rise — Now They’re Ignoring the Climb Back
Alex Bowman rose through the ranks with much fanfare, but his steep decline in recent years has taken the focus away from the racer.
22 hrs ago

The Ty Gibbs Legacy Question No One’s Answering Yet
Ty Gibbs has almost completed three full Cup Series seasons without a single win, and question marks are being raised about his performances.
23 hrs ago

Chase Elliott’s Road Course Reign Is Over — What Went Wrong?
Once a road course king, Chase Elliott's inability to adapt in the Next-Gen car has seen performances fall at tracks that he once thrived in.
1 day ago

Brad Keselowski Calls Out Lack of Support After Gateway Meltdown
Despite leading laps and finishing second in Stage 2, Brad Keselowski finished outside the top-10 at World Wide Technology Raceway.
1 day ago

Josh Berry Opens Up About Gateway Heartbreak as Chase Elliott Hurts His Playoff Chances
Josh Berry finds himself in a must-win situation at Bristol Motor Speedway after being wrecked by Chase Elliott at Gateway.
1 day ago

Denny Hamlin Begs for Forgiveness After Controversial Bandwagon Statement
Denny Hamlin issues yet another controversial statement after securing his fifth win of the season at the World Wide Technology Raceway.
1 day ago

Ryan Blaney Details Pit Lane Confrontation With Kyle Larson After On-Track Drama at WWTR
Ryan Blaney opens up about the Lap 135 incident after being spun by Kyle Larson at the World Wide Technology Raceway during the playoffs.
1 day ago

“On Purpose”: Denny Hamlin’s Controversial Broadcast Snub Sends NASCAR Fans Into Frenzy
Denny Hamlin's win at the World Wide Technology Raceway during the Cup Series playoffs faced broadcast issues, sparking conspiracy theories.
1 day ago

Who Are Brad Keselowski’s Kids: All About Scarlett, Autumn, Maize and Sterling Robert
All you need to know about Brad Keselowski’s kids. Follow EssentiallySports to get the latest updates on Brad Keselowski and his kids.
3 days ago

Who Is Christopher Bell’s Crew Chief, Adam Stevens? All About the Strategist Guiding the Joe Gibbs Racing Star
Meet Adam Stevens, the NASCAR crew chief behind Christopher Bell’s rise. Discover his background and his role on EssentiallySports.
3 days ago

What Haas Factory Team’s Hendrick–Chevy Alliance Signals About NASCAR’s Next Manufacturer War
Haas Factory Team's switch from Ford to Chevrolet indicates more than just the shifting dynamics in the NASCAR world.
3 days ago

The Oval Wall Shane van Gisbergen Can’t Ignore — Why His Playoff Ceiling Is Already in Sight
Despite winning four races during the regular season, Shane van Gisbergen's oval limitations might hold him back in the playoffs.
3 days ago

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