NASCAR Writer
Vikrant Damke is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports, covering the Cup Series Sundays desk with a unique blend of engineering fluency and storytelling depth. He has carved out a niche decoding the data behind the Next Gen car and leading discussions on horsepower parity. Vikrant’s reporting also captures NASCAR’s generational pulse, from the karting successes of Brexton Busch to Keelan Harvick’s rapid rise, illustrating how legacy and innovation collide on race days.
With his published work reaching a readership of over 1.5 million, Vikrant’s insights have been recognized and shared by fans and top NASCAR personalities alike. His journalistic approach combines technical knowledge with a keen narrative sense, delivering compelling coverage of on-track and off-track events that resonate across the racing community.
NASCAR All-Star Race Schedule: Prize Money, Eligibility Criteria, Where to Watch, Odds & More
Full NASCAR schedule for All-Star Race weekend at Dover, including prize money, format, fan vote, eligibility and TV details.
NASCAR 2026 Points Standings: Who’s In & Who’s Out After 12 Races Into the Cup Series Season
NASCAR Cup Series standings tighten after Watkins Glen as SVG surges in and Logano, Chastain fall below Chase cutline.
“It’s Gone This Far?”- Kurt Busch Demands Massive Rulebook Overhaul to Save NASCAR From Itself
Kurt Busch blasts NASCAR’s growing data-sharing culture and inconsistent penalties, calling for major rulebook changes.
NASCAR All-Star Race: Fan Ballot, How to Vote, Race-Qualification Criteria, Prize Money & More
Everything to know about the 2026 NASCAR All-Star Race: format, fan voting, qualification rules, prize money, and Dover changes.
23XI Ally Forced to Issue Clarification as Fans Point Fingers at Bubba Wallace Over Post-Race Altercation
Bubba Wallace's long-time spotter steps in to defend him after fans misread his post-race exchange with Christopher Bell.
Bill Elliott Accidentally Revealed as the Reason Behind Chase Elliott’s Anti-Social Reputation
Ryan Blaney’s hilarious road-trip story exposes how Bill Elliott shaped Chase Elliott’s quiet and private NASCAR persona.
“It’s Just Tough”- Michael McDowell Publicly Confesses Inferiority to SVG Despite Watkins Glen Redemption
Michael McDowell admits Shane van Gisbergen was simply too fast at Watkins Glen despite Spire’s much-needed runner-up finish.
“Better Than Gordon”: Respect Pours In for Shane Van Gisbergen After Pulling-Off the Unthinkable
Shane van Gisbergen’s stunning Watkins Glen comeback sparks Jeff Gordon comparisons after sixth road-course NASCAR win.
“They Got This Wrong”: FOX Broadcasters Join Hands to Take Stern Stand Against NASCAR Penalty
FOX broadcasters Kevin Harvick and Jamie McMurray back Ryan Preece as NASCAR penalty sparks heated debate.
NASCAR Career Ended by Rare Cancer, Kevin Harvick’s Former Partner Lands Broadcasting Job
Former NASCAR crew chief Gil Martin lands an ESPN+ broadcasting role years after a rare cancer diagnosis ended his racing career.
NASCAR Manufacturer Faces $4.3B Loss as International Turmoil Wrecks Global Sales
Toyota faces a $4.3B financial hit amid global turmoil as rising costs and supply issues threaten the NASCAR automaker’s worldwide sales.
“He Cares a Lot”- Untold Story of Ricky Stenhouse Jr.’s Unforgiving Shop Grind Sparks Massive Fan Support
Ricky Stenhouse Jr.’s behind-the-scenes NASCAR grind wins over fans as his unforgiving shop story reshapes his polarizing reputation.
