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Ryan Blaney storms to victory at Phoenix Raceway, shaking up the NASCAR standings and sending a message to the rest of the field! On this episode of The Final Lap Weekly, we break down how Blaney pulled off the win, what it means for the championship picture, and which drivers left Phoenix frustrated. We also dive into the latest update on Alex Bowman's health and whether the Hendrick Motorsports driver will be cleared to race this weekend. Could the #48 team be looking for a replacement driver if he can't go? Plus, major sponsorship news for Ricky Stenhouse Jr. that could have big implications for his season moving forward. Then it's time to get your lineup ready — Rowdy Dragon returns with his Fantasy NASCAR picks for Las Vegas Motor Speedway, including the drivers who could score big points and the ones you may want to avoid. We'll also give you our full preview of the upcoming NASCAR race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, breaking down track trends, past winners, drivers to watch, and who could leave Vegas with the trophy. If you're a NASCAR fan who wants race recaps, breaking news, fantasy strategy, and race previews every week, this episode has everything you need before the green flag drops in Vegas. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie. NASCAR News Provided By: http://tobychristie.com -Listen on Spotify -Listen on Apple Podcasts -Click To Play Fantasy NASCAR With Us! -Giving Fun Is Here: Patreon.com/thefinallap NASCAR, Ryan Blaney Phoenix win, Phoenix Raceway recap, NASCAR Phoenix results, Alex Bowman health update, Alex Bowman injury update, Ricky Stenhouse Jr sponsorship news, NASCAR news 2026, NASCAR podcast, The Final Lap Weekly, NASCAR race recap, Las Vegas Motor Speedway preview, NASCAR Las Vegas preview, Fantasy NASCAR picks Las Vegas, Rowdy Dragon fantasy picks, NASCAR betting picks, NASCAR drivers to watch Las Vegas, NASCAR race preview, Hendrick Motorsports news, Team Penske Ryan Blaney Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
History is being made in NASCAR and The Final Lap Weekly is breaking it all down! Fresh off the race at Circuit of the Americas, Tyler Reddick is rewriting the record books after scoring an unbelievable third straight win to start the 2026 NASCAR season. Can anyone stop the hottest driver in the sport right now? We break down the biggest moments from COTA, the strategy calls, and what this historic streak means for the championship picture. Plus, major developing news surrounding Alex Bowman and his health status. Will the #48 team at Hendrick Motorsports need a replacement driver this weekend? We discuss what we know, what it means for the team, and who could potentially step in at Phoenix Raceway. Then Rowdy Dragon joins the show with his Fantasy NASCAR picks for Phoenix, helping you set the perfect lineup and gain an edge in your league. We also preview the upcoming showdown at Phoenix Raceway, including:• Drivers who have won at Phoenix and who has the edge this weekend• Key storylines heading into the desert• Championship implications already forming early in the season If you love NASCAR news, race recaps, race previews, rumors, and Fantasy NASCAR strategy, this is the show for you. The Final Lap Weekly is hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie. Expect bold takes, insider conversation, and everything you need to stay ahead of the NASCAR conversation. Check out our fellow Bleav Podcast: Kilowatt - A Podcast about Electric Vehicles NASCAR News Provided By: http://tobychristie.com -Listen on Spotify -Listen on Apple Podcasts -Click To Play Fantasy NASCAR With Us! -Giving Fun Is Here: Patreon.com/thefinallap NASCAR podcast, NASCAR news, Tyler Reddick, Tyler Reddick three wins in a row, COTA race recap, Circuit of the Americas NASCAR, Phoenix Raceway preview, Phoenix Raceway NASCAR, Alex Bowman health update, who will drive the 48 car, Hendrick Motorsports news, NASCAR fantasy picks, Fantasy NASCAR Phoenix, Rowdy Dragon fantasy NASCAR, NASCAR race recap, NASCAR race preview, NASCAR 2026 season, NASCAR analysis, The Final Lap Weekly, Kerry Murphey, Toby Christie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The 2026 NASCAR season is already WILD — and we're only getting started. On this episode of The Final Lap Weekly, we break down Tyler Reddick's unbelievable start to the season — driving for Michael Jordan and going UNDEFEATED in 2026 with back-to-back wins at Daytona AND Atlanta. Is this the beginning of a historic run? Meanwhile, Carson Hocevar is making headlines… but not the good kind. Is he building a reputation as NASCAR's newest villain? We discuss the on-track drama and why drivers aren't exactly lining up to be his friend. And it gets even bigger — Joe Gibbs Racing has filed a massive lawsuit against a former competition director. What does this mean for JGR, the garage, and the future of team politics? Plus… the NASCAR All-Star Race format. We're saying what everyone else is thinking — it's ridiculous (and not in a good way). Does NASCAR need a total reset? And of course, Rowdy Dragon is back with his Fantasy NASCAR picks for COTA (Circuit of the Americas) — the road course chaos is coming, and you'll want these picks before setting your lineup. NASCAR news, race recaps, hot takes, garage drama, and fantasy strategy — it's all here. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie. NASCAR News Provided By: http://tobychristie.com -Play Fantasy NASCAR with Us! -Listen on Spotify -Listen on Apple Podcasts -Click To Play Fantasy NASCAR With Us! -Giving Fun Is Here: Patreon.com/thefinallap NASCAR podcast, Tyler Reddick 2026, Michael Jordan NASCAR team, 23XI Racing, Daytona 500 winner, Atlanta Motor Speedway recap, Carson Hocevar controversy, Joe Gibbs Racing lawsuit, JGR news, NASCAR legal drama, NASCAR All Star Race format, All Star Race criticism, COTA preview, Circuit of the Americas NASCAR, Fantasy NASCAR picks, Rowdy Dragon Fantasy NASCAR, NASCAR race recap, NASCAR race preview, NASCAR news 2026, NASCAR garage drama, Kerry Murphey, Toby Christie, The Final Lap Weekly Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The 2026 NASCAR season explodes out of the gate with a wild Daytona 500 recap — and we've got everything you need to know. Tyler Reddick captures the biggest win of his career.Team owner Michael Jordan celebrates in Victory Lane.William Byron comes painfully close to a historic third straight Daytona 500 win.And believe it or not… the playoff points panic has already started. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie, The Final Lap Weekly breaks down all the key moments from Daytona — the strategy calls, the near-misses, the championship implications, and what it all means moving forward. -Then we shift gears to Atlanta Motor Speedway: -Full race preview-Drivers to watch-Early season momentum shifts-And Rowdy Dragon's Fantasy NASCAR Picks to help you dominate your league If you're playing Fantasy NASCAR or tracking the early playoff battle, this is your must-listen breakdown of Daytona and Atlanta. NASCAR News Provided By: http://tobychristie.com -Play Fantasy NASCAR with Us! -Listen on Spotify -Listen on Apple Podcasts 2026 Daytona 500, Tyler Reddick Daytona win, Michael Jordan NASCAR team owner, William Byron Daytona 500, Daytona 500 recap, NASCAR playoffs points, NASCAR 2026 season, Atlanta Motor Speedway preview, Atlanta race preview, Fantasy NASCAR picks, Rowdy Dragon fantasy picks, NASCAR podcast, Kerry Murphey, Toby Christie, NASCAR race analysis, NASCAR news, Daytona 500 highlights, NASCAR championship battle, NASCAR betting picks, NASCAR fantasy strategy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Daytona 500 is HERE — and the drama is already building. On this explosive episode of The Final Lap Weekly, hosts Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie break down EVERYTHING you need to know before the 2026 Daytona 500, The Great American Race roars to life at Daytona International Speedway. Will Brad Keselowski be cleared in time to race?Is Kyle Busch running multiple series during 2026?Major NASCAR sponsorship shakeups you need to know aboutThe full Daytona 500 entry list — who's locked in and who's fighting to make it Is Jimmie Johnson Locked In? Fantasy NASCAR picks from Rowdy Dragon that could WIN you your league Click To Play Fantasy NASCAR With Us! From superspeedway chaos and manufacturer wars to bold predictions and dark horse contenders, we're diving deep into the storylines that could define the entire NASCAR season. Daytona always delivers wrecks, drama, last-lap madness, and unforgettable moments — and we're setting the stage for ALL of it. If you're ready for 200 laps of intensity, this is your ultimate Daytona 500 hype episode. Strap in. It's Speedweeks. #NASCAR #Daytona500 #BradKeselowski #KyleBusch #FantasyNASCAR #NASCARPodcast #Speedweeks #TheFinalLap NASCAR News Provided By: http://tobychristie.com Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We recap the thrilling short track action from Bowman Gray Stadium, The Clash won by Ryan Preece, plus all of the stories, like how did they run out of fuel, botched NASCAR officiating, more horsepower, rain tires and more. Plus Denny Hamlin back in the news, and will Charlotte run the ROVAL in the playoffs? Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Brett's guests this week are Bruce Martin and Toby Christie.
We recap NASCAR Championship weekend from Phoenix Raceway, talk about the Denny Hamlin heartbreak, 2025 Cup Series Champion Kyle Larson, how the race unfolded in the closing laps, Ryan Blaney was forgotten, XFinity Series Champion, Truck Series Champion, what the new Championship Format should be, plus Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR 2025 Wrap Up. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap the total domination of William Byron at Martinsville, Rowdy Dragon with your final Fantasy NASCAR Picks of the 2025 Season for Phoenix Championship Weekend, Kerry has MAJOR NEWS, Toby is heading to Phoenix, plus a full Phoenix Preview for this weekend. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap the racing at Talladega Superspeedway....Blah! Chase Briscoe takes the checkered flag. News of the week from tobychristie.com includes the San Diego Road Course track layout, 2027 Daytona 500 has been moved, new Goodyear tires for this weekend and more. Plus Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Martinsville Speedway. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.
Denny Hamlin takes the checkered flag at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, horsepower increase for short(er) tracks in 2026, actor returns to racing after freak accident, Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Talladega Superspeedway BLAH! from Rowdy Dragon Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
Denny Hamlin has finally achieved his goal of 60 wins - now can he win the championship? Brett McMillan welcomes Bob Pockrass of Fox Sports, and Toby Christie of Tobychristie.com and Racing America
We recap the Charlotte ROVAL Road Course win by Shane Van Gisbergen (SVG), was Ross Chastain's dive bomb move on Denny Hamlin acceptable racing?, Burton marries Petty, we preview Las Vegas Motor Speedway and Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Hosted By Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.
The guys discuss the Chase Elliott win from 10th at Kansas Speedway, Denny Hamlin Vs. Bubba Wallace?, Carson Hocevar fined $50k, Dodge is back and has a new head dude, plus Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR picks for the Charlotte ROVAL Road Course and news of the week from tobychristie.com Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
Rowdy Dragon also has your Fantasy NASCAR PICKS for Kansas Speedway. hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.
We recap the racing from New Hampshire with Ryan Blaney taking the checkered flag, discuss the dwindling NASCAR TV Ratings (dismal) news of the week has the major Joe Gibbs Racing feud between drivers Ty Gibbs and Denny Hamlin, Corey Lajoie won't drive in a certain series, and Kyle Busch's crew chief is leaving at seasons end. Plus a full Kansas Speedway Preview. Rowdy Dragon also has your Fantasy NASCAR PICKS for Kansas Speedway. hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.
We recap the Bristol Motor Speedway weekend with Christopher Bell taking the checkered flag, Jimmie Johnson has a BIG Birthday milestone, Jeff Burton clears things up about the Playoffs Format, we discuss the horrific TV ratings for NASCAR lately, preview New Hampshire, plus Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR picks for this weekend. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap the Cup Series Playoff Race #2 from Gateway where Denny Hamlin wins, Trackhouse mows the lawn (but why?) we check the playoff grid, who's on the outside looking in and more. Plus Rowdy Dragon with your Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Bristol Motor Speedway and we discuss the Goodyear Tires for this weekend. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.
Toby returns after his day in court covering the NASCAR Vs. Michael Jordan's 2311 Racing (oh Denny Hamlin too) we also recap Darlington Raceway, Race #1 in the Cup Series Playoffs, Austin Cindric will race in Australia, Rowdy Dragon's Fantasy NASCAR Picks for WWTR (Gateway) and more. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap the final regular season race of 2025 from Daytona, hear from race winner Ryan Blaney, Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Darlington Raceway, Toby has your news of the week from tobychristie.com, we hear from NASCAR Playoffs Media Day with drivers William Byron, Kyle Larson, and Joey Logano, plus we get you all set up for The Lady In Black, Darlington Raceway, Race #1 of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap the Richmond Short Track action with Austin Dillon ending up in Victory Lane. Humpy Wheeler dies, 2026 Cup Series Schedule is released with BIG changes! Plus we get you all set up for Daytona International Speedway, the final regular season race of 2025. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap The Watkins Glen International road course action where Shane Van Gisbergen wins...again! 4th win this season for SVG. Connor Zillisch breaks his collar bone celebrating his 6th XFinity Series Win this season at the Glen, Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR picks for Richmond Raceway. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
The guys break down why Iowa Speedway was so boring, William Byron finally wins, Bristol Motor Speedway hosts MLB Baseball Atlanta Braves Vs. Cincinnati Reds, Road Course Action coming from Watkins Glen this weekend, Austin Hill gets waiver, Rowdy Dragon has your fantasy NASCAR Picks for Watkins Glen and more. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap Bubba Wallace's major upset win at The Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Austin Hill suspended, Fox Sports buys 1/3 of Penske Entertainment, SVG wins oval...against children (mostly) plus a brief (very) Iowa Preview, and Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Iowa Speedway. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap the dominating performance of Shane Van Gisbergen at the Sonoma Road Course, Joey Logano has milestone start this weekend, Is San Diego on the list of a 2026 race?, plus we preview the Monster Mile at Dover, Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR picks for Dover and more. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap the Chicago Street Course action from the NASCAR Cup Series and Shane Van Gisbergen's domination there, sweeping the weekend. Bowman Gray kicks off 2026, NASCAR Race Control left clueless, Rowdy Dragon's Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Sonoma Raceway and news of the week from tobychristie.com Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.
We recap the wild and crazy Atlanta NASCAR race with Chase Elliott taking the checkered flag. Fantasy Racing with Rowdy Dragon, news from tobychristie.com features a new Blaney on the way, Suarez will be unemployed, silly season rumors, plus a preview of the Chicago Street Course action. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap all the triangular Pocono racing fun with Chase Briscoe taking the checkered flag. We break down the TNT portion of the season coming up with the In-Season Challenge, Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR picks for Atlanta (EchoPark) and more. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.
We recap the road course action from Mexico City. Carson Hoecevar gets in trouble with Stenhouse AND his own race time for comments, Hamlin shows off his new Hamlin, Dale Earnhardt Jr. will make his debut as....a crew chief! Full race preview for Pocono and Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR picks for Pocono. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap the Denny Hamlin win from Michigan as we prep you for road course action south of the border in Mexico City. Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR Picks, plus news of the week from tobychriste.com includes Michael Jordan Vs. NASCAR and more. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap the race from Nashville Superspeedway with winner Ryan Blaney, Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR picks for Michigan, News of the Week from tobychristie.com includes 2 Harvicks racing and one wins! There's a new baby Reddick who is a 'rookie' Atlanta gets a new name and we preview Michigan and tons more. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap the Coca-Cola 600 from Charlotte Motor Speedway where Ross Chastain leads just 8 laps to smash a watermelon! Buescher gets his penalty sliced in half, Larson has dismal day, wrecks out of the Indy 500 and Coke 600, Fantasy NASCAR Picks from Rowdy Dragon and a Nashville Superspeedway preview. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.
We recap the NASCAR All Star Race from North Wilksboro and Christopher Bell's big win. New NASCAR Hall of Famers, Team Penske IndyCar SCANDAL!! Jimmie Johnson doing the double (kinda) including his 700th career Cup Series Start. Kyle Larson actually doing the Indy 500 / Coke 600 Double, NASCAR is on Prime for the next 5 week and they sent us a goody box. Plus Rowdy Dragon's Fantasy NASCAR PICKS. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.
The NASCAR Hall of Fame grows, a driver will do the double this weekend, and NASCAR's longest race hits Charlotte. Brett welcomes Pete Pistone of Sirius/XM NASCAR Radio, and Toby Christie of TobyChristie.com
We recap the total DOMINATION from Kyle Larson as he wins Kansas Speedway. Plus we preview the huge NASCAR All Star Race weekend from North Wilksboro short track. Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR Recap from Kansas, plus news of the week from tobychristie.com and more. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap the total DOMINATION from Kyle Larson as he wins Kansas Speedway. Plus we preview the huge NASCAR All Star Race weekend from North Wilksboro short track. Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR Recap from Kansas, plus news of the week from tobychristie.com and more. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap the Texas Motor Speedway weekend where Joey Logano picks up his first win of 2025. TNT announces broadcast team, NASCAR reveals rotating Championship Weekend with Homestead-Miami getting the 2026 Title races, Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR picks for Kansas Speedway along with our Kansas Preview. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie. Check out our Sponsor! http://riverbendranch.com Coupon Code: TFL25
We recap the Talladega Superspeedway weekend, Austin Cindric wins, Joey Logano and Chase Briscoe are DQ'd, Denny Hamlin argues with NASCAR over All Star Race, Chipper Jones has a problem with Joey Logano, plus Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR Preview of Texas Motor Speedway. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We recap the Xfinity and Truck Series races from The Rock! Rockingham. News of the week from TobyChristie.com, race preview of Talladega Superspeedway Blah! Plus Fantasy NASCAR from Rowdy Dragon. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie. Get your Riverbend Ranch Meat Packages Here! https://store.riverbendranch.com Coupon Code: TFL25
Denny Hamlin dominates Martinsville for his first win of the season, Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Darlington Raceway, Erik Jones DQ'd, Legacy suing, Larson has big sponsor that delivers for Indy Brickyard 1100 mile weekend and more. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.
We recap the NASCAR Homestead / Miami Speedway weekend, where Kyle Larson takes the checkered flag. Richard Childress beats and bangs JGR convoy, NASCAR is destroying IndyCar in the TV Ratings, Darlington Throwback Paint Schemes (yup, still) Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Martinsville Speedway. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.
Toby and Kerry break down the Josh Berry win at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, talk Goodyear Tire test at Charlotte Motor Speedway where nobody knew why they were even there, massive sponsorship announced for Denny Hamlin's #11 car, Fantasy NASCAR picks from Rowdy Dragon and a full Homestead / Miami Speedway preview. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
Christopher Bell keeps winning everything in NASCAR, we recap the Phoenix weekend, Preview Las Vegas, Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR PICKS for Las Vegas Motor Speedway, plus Carl Edwards is BACK, Backstreet Boys in NASCAR, and we mix up ponds. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
The guys recap the road course action at COTA, Plus NASCAR Penalties O' Plenty including Austin Cindric, Kyle Larson, and Chase Briscoe, also lawsuits flying, conspiracies abound with Michael Jordan's 2311 Racing and more. We'll also hear from Rowdy Dragon's Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Phoenix. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
The Challenging Start To The 2025 Season Continues This Week At COTA. Jeff Hammond and Toby Christie joins Brett McMillan.
The guys recap the 2025 Daytona 500, discuss prestigious races and do they even exist anymore, William Byron goes back to back, Toby visits super secret 'war room' at the shops, Rowdy Dragon has your Fantasy NASCAR picks for Atlanta Motor Speedway, Chase Briscoe gets the rule book thrown at him and much more! Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.
We preview the 67th Running of The Great American Race, The 2025 Daytona 500. Featuring the front row drivers, major storylines, Fantasy NASCAR Picks from Rowdy Dragon (Welcome back!) and tons more. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We break down the 2024 Championship race from Phoenix Raceway, thoughts on changing the playoffs format, Joey Logano's stats and season leading up to the Cup. Plus goodbye to Truex and Stewart Haas, Toby watches the Hendrick Motorsports engine building competition, Rowdy Dragon recaps the 2024 Fantasy NASCAR season, congrats to longtime friend of the show Justin Allgaier as 2024 XFinity Series Champion as well. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.
We recap the wild finish at Martinsville, Preview the Championship 4 drivers in all 3 Series, Discuss the massive penalties handed down this week, court proceedings in NASCAR vs. 2311 Racing, and a preview of Phoenix this weekend. Fantasy NASCAR Picks from Rowdy Dragon, Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie
We cover the thrilling (no really) Homestead-Miami race, Joey Logano and Tyler Reddick now locked into Phoenix, so who is next? Rowdy Dragon has your fantasy NASCAR picks for Martinsville, breaking Truck Series news from tobychristie.com and a full Martinsville preview. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie.