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NASCAR Showdown: Buescher Fights for Playoff Spot in Iowa!

8/2/2025

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The NASCAR Cup Series roars into Iowa Speedway, with Chris Buescher clinging to the last playoff spot, 42 points clear of Ryan Preece. Meanwhile, the Xfinity Series promises a fresh victor as Kyle Larson and Austin Hill sit out. Connor Zilisch is on the hunt for his fourth straight win. Excitement builds for this weekend's races in Newton, Iowa!

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The NASCAR Cup Series roars into Iowa Speedway, with Chris Buescher clinging to the last playoff spot, 42 points clear of Ryan Preece. Meanwhile, the Xfinity Series promises a fresh victor as Kyle Larson and Austin Hill sit out. Connor Zilisch is on the hunt for his fourth straight win. Excitement builds for this weekend's races in Newton, Iowa!