Lap Raptor Podcast 2024/08/10 - Previewing Richmond 2

Summary In this podcast episode, the host previews the upcoming Cup race at Richmond and the truck race. He discusses the track's history and analyzes the performance of drivers in the NextGen era. The host identifies Denny Hamlin as a top contender in the Cup race, along with

Connor Zilisch to Drive Full Time for JR Motorsports in 2025

The 18-year-old Trackhouse prospect will drive his first full-time season in NASCAR with JRM after racking up an impressive record in sports cars.

High in the Custerdome

Cole Custer will be back in the Cup Series with the new Haas Factory Team. What can we expect?

LaJoie out at Spire

Corey LaJoie's contract is not being renewed by Spire Motorsports. What has he accomplished in Cup, and what's next for the popular driver?

Lap Raptor Podcast 2024/07/28 - Olympic week 1

This episode of the podcast discusses the TV treatment of the truck series, the new success rate metric on Lap Raptor, and an evaluation of Corey Lajoie.

Feature update: Success rate

An increasingly popular stat in the NFL is success rate. From Pro Football Reference: Success Rate starts with the idea that not all plays in football have the same objective. On first and 10, a two-yard run would be considered a bad result; on third and one, that same two-yard

Truck Series Preview: 2024 Clean Harbors 250 (Richmond Raceway)

Christian Eckes, Corey Heim, and Nick Sanchez are strong contenders for the Clean Harbors 250 at Richmond Raceway, based on their remarkable ARP, AFP, and season performances.

Xfinity Series Preview: 2024 Cabo Wabo 250 (Michigan International Speedway)

Experts predict Cole Custer will dominate the 2024 Xfinity Series Cabo Wabo 250 at Michigan International Speedway based on his consistent performance both this season and at similar tracks.

Cup Series Preview: 2024 Cook Out 400 (Richmond Raceway)

Kyle Larson, Martin Truex Jr., and Christopher Bell demonstrate strong potential for top performances at Richmond Raceway, backed by season and track-specific stats that showcase their competitive edge.

Cup Series Recap: 2024 Brickyard 400 Presented by PPG (Indianapolis Motor Speedway)

Kyle Larson clinched victory despite an average running position suggesting mid-pack performance. Notable improvements from Ryan Blaney, Tyler Reddick, and Christopher Bell highlighted a tightly contested race.