
Sumedha Mukherjee is a senior NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports, covering both the Cup and Xfinity Series with a keen focus on race-day strategy. She blends deep research with real-time instincts, exemplified by flagging Joey Logano’s fuel window gamble at Nashville, mirroring his similar tactic at the 2019 South Point 400. Recipient of the 2023–24 Best Motorsports Writer award at EssentiallySports, Sumedha is part of the Journalistic Excellence Program, consistently delivering sharp, real-time analysis tailored for today’s digital-first NASCAR fan. With over a thousand articles published, Sumedha’s work stands out for combining detailed track analysis with a clear narrative style that engages both casual followers and hardcore NASCAR enthusiasts. Her coverage strikes a balance between strategic insights and live-action flair, helping readers understand not just what happened but why it matters in the fast-evolving world of motorsports.
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Joe Gibbs Finally Speaks on Toyota’s Mechanical Failures Days After Denny Hamlin’s Martinsville Meltdown
After a pair of mishaps in his team at Martinsville, Joe Gibbs dissects the dilemma and lays forward a plan of action.

Denny Hamlin Questions Spire Motorsports’ HMS Loyalty After Carson Hocevar’s Martinsville Mayhem
After Carson Hocevar's wild rollercoaster-ride in Martinsville, Denny Hamlin observes a possible rift between Spire and HMS.

Denny Hamlin Issues Strong Message After Sam Mayer–Jeb Burton Clash: “He’s Going to Have a Bad Week”
After chaos unfolded at Martinsville's Xfinity race, Denny Hamlin predicts the worst for Sam Mayer with the latter's egregious actions.

Eliminated From NASCAR Round of 8 Playoffs: What Went Wrong for Ryan Blaney, Joey Logano, Chase Elliott & Christopher Bell
In a highly stressful battle in Martinsville, four NASCAR drivers got unlucky - let's dive deeper inot why their days were not fruitful.

Ryan Preece Reveals True Feelings on Short-Track Pride After Lost Martinsville Opportunity
While playoff drivers were tightly locked in contest in Martinsville, Ryan Preece remembered his roots after finishing well.

Ross Chastain Makes Candid Confession on Falling Short of the Front-Running Chevys
After a long stretch of drab finishes, Ross Chastain finally ended up front - and yet lamented not being good enough for the win.

Christopher Bell Makes Honest 7-Word Remark Moments After Martinsville Exit
Despite staking his chances on Martinsville, Christopher Bell could not make it - but at the same time he hailed his rivals.

Chase Briscoe Justifies Coach Joe Gibbs’s Bold Bet With Breakout Season
While soaring high and mighty in the 2025 Cup Series playoffs, Chase Briscoe reflects on how dicey his position was.

Rajah Caruth Acquits Kaden Honeycutt of Wrongdoing After Heartbreaking Crash in Martinsville
In the middle of a tightly contested race in Martinsville, Rajah Caruth lost his advantage due to conflict - but he did not blame anyone.

Martinsville Pole-Winner Layne Riggs Opens Up on Heartbreaking End to Playoff Push
A solid fight for points ensued at Martinsville Speedway, with Layne Riggs landing in the disadvantageous spot, as he recollected post-race.

Martinsville Showdown Awaits as NASCAR’s Big Four Chase Championship 4 Dream
As the tension builds up for the penultimate round of the playoffs in Martinsville, who among the drivers below the cutline can maximise?

Bubba Wallace’s NASCAR Protégé Explains Why Mental Health Check-Ins Matter for Drivers
After impressing NASCAR fans with a quick rise to fame, Bubba Wallace's mentee reveals what makes his mental health issues easier to solve


