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• Denny Hamlin sends shout-out to Richard Childress after Bass Pro Shops CEO letter condemning ‘redneck’ comments goes on display in RCR museum

The letter written by Bass Pro Shops CEO Johnny Morris condemning the inflammatory comments made by former NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps about Richard Childress is now on display at the RCR Museum in Welcome, N.C....2026
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• Richard Childress gets emotional when displaying Bass Pro Shops CEO letter expressing rage to NASCAR over ‘redneck’ comments in RCR museum

Richard Childress found himself involved in the 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports vs. NASCAR trial after inflammatory comments made by former NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps about Childress came to light in the discovery process....2026
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• Kevin Harvick reacts to NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps stepping down, texts about Richard Childress

Earlier this month, Steve Phelps stepped down as commissioner of NASCAR. His resignation came in the aftermath of the NASCAR vs. 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports antitrust lawsuit trial, in which text messages where Phelps made disparaging comments about Richard Childress came to light....2026
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• NASCAR Icon Richard Childress Set for Prestigious Philanthropy Honor in April

Richard Childress recently made headlines when leaked messages surfaced during the antitrust lawsuit, exposing former NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps directing derogatory remarks toward the veteran team owner....2026
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• Richard Childress vows revenge for personal ‘redneck’ attacks revealed amid NASCAR trial: ‘I’m like an old elephant’

Richard Childress hasn’t forgotten what NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps said about him in text messages made public in November 2025. In an August 2023...2026
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• Richard Childress won't forget scathing words from Steve Phelps anytime soon

Richard Childress has not forgotten the personal attack levied on him by NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps that was unearthed during the antitrust lawsuit between 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports and NASCAR....2026
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• Changes to lower series possible, says NASCAR president Steve Phelps

NASCAR president Steve Phelps was the keynote speaker on Tuesday during the Race Industry Week webinar live stream and discussed, amongst other topics, potential changes to the NASCAR Xfinity Series platform. The second-tier national touring division is one of the most exciting platforms in motorsports with its traditional live axle suspension, narrower tires and generally […]...2024
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• Steve Phelps on Austin Dillon’s Richmond wrecks: ‘There was a line that was crossed’

NASCAR President Steve Phelps opens up about Austin Dillon wrecking Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin to win the Richmond Cup Series race. While speaking to Kevin Harvick on Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour, Phelps shared his reaction to the crash and explained the appeal process....2024
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• NASCAR’s Steve Phelps explains ‘responsibility’ to penalize Austin Dillon after Richmond

In the wake of NASCAR’s decision to uphold Austin Dillon’s penalty, much has been made of the process itself. NASCAR president Steve Phelps is standing behind that process....2024
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• Steve Phelps on Austin Dillon penalty: ‘We’re not demolition derby’

After the controversial Richmond finish that saw Austin Dillon wreck not one but two other drivers in the final two turns, NASCAR penalized the driver....2024
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• NASCAR President Discuses Rest of 2020 Season
By John Sturbin | Senior Writer RacinToday.com NASCAR President Steve Phelps says the sanctioning body intends to complete its entire point-paying, 36-race Cup Series schedule this season once the COVID-19 pandemic is history. NASCAR suspended its season last ......2020
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2026
"NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps is out after just 10 months in the role."

2025
"Steve Phelps has been promoted to the newly created role of commissioner of NASCAR, the sanctioning body announced March 31."

2024
"NASCAR president Steve Phelps explained the sport's perspective on stripping Austin Dillon's playoff bid after his Richmond win."

2023
"NASCAR President Steve Phelps on scheduling with four broadcast partners in 2025."

2022
"NASCAR President Steve Phelps’ prediction of an “aggressive” schedule in 2024 could see the calendar looking different than it has in past years."

2021
"Around 30,000 fans are expected to attend next month‘s Daytona 500, according to NASCAR President Steve Phelps, as the sport continues to try to bring as many spectators as possible back to races."

2020
"NASCAR president Steve Phelps announced salary reductions across the company until the series returns to racing."

2019
"Details are sketchy around the 2020 plans for NASCAR which originally came out a year ago when Steve Phelps announced the […]"

2018
"“They know what the tolerances are and they were out of tolerance,” NASCAR COO Steve Phelps said."

2014
"NASCAR announced today it has elevated the responsibilities of Steve Phelps and Steve O’Donnell with both assuming leadership roles in NASCAR’s Charlotte region offices effective immediately."

• Exclusive: NASCAR commissioner offers update on Brazil plans

On June 15, the NASCAR will make history. For the first time in the modern era of the Cup Series, a points race will take place outside the borders of the United States as they head to Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City.Recently, NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps came to Brazil during the NASCAR Brazil round at Interlagos, in his first 'international' engagement after the ...Keep reading...2025
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• NASCAR president Steve Phelps comments on antitrust suit

NASCAR president Steve Phelps joined the Varsity pod to discuss his sport‘s approach to those new deals, and share his outlook on the business. Phelps also talked about NASCAR‘s expansion plans and offered his first public comments on the antitrust lawsuit that Michael Jordan filed alleging anticompetitive behavior. … John Ourand: I have to ask […]...2024
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• NASCAR President Steve Phelps remarks on Martin Truex Jr. retirement decision

The big news of the week is the fact that Martin Truex Jr. is retiring from full-time NASCAR competition at the end of the season. NASCAR President Steve Phelps offered his own comment on the matter....2024
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• Thank You from NASCAR President Steve Phelps

Thank You from #NASCAR President Steve Phelps Much to Look Forward to in 2024 Steve Phelps is President for the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR). Promoted to President in September 2018, Phelps became just the fifth person to hold the position in #NASCAR history. He is based at NASCAR headquarters in Daytona Beach, Florida. In his current role, he over...2023
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• NASCAR orders staff pay cuts until racing returns
2020
• NASCAR keeping with tiered sponsors even after Monster offer
NASCAR is insistent on switching to a new tiered sponsorship model in 2020 rejecting an offer by Monster Energy to sponsor the Cup Series for an additional year according to the Sports Business Journal. Details are sketchy around the 2020 plans for NASCAR which originally came out a year ago when Steve Phelps announced the […]...2019

• Michael Jordan Arrives in Court for #NASCAR Lawsuit

Michael Jordan Arrives in Court for #NASCAR Lawsuit Could Blow Motorsports Apart Michael Jordan's bitter fight against NASCAR headed to federal court on Monday in a jury trial that could tear apart the top motorsports series. The legendary NBA great, 62, was pictured arriving at the Western District of North Carolina in Charlotte for the case, brought by 23XI Racing, which he majorit...2025
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• Steve Phelps comments on possible Brazil race

On June 15, the NASCAR will make history. For the first time in the modern era of the Cup Series, a points race will take place outside the borders of the United States as they head to Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City. Recently, NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps came to Brazil during the NASCAR Brazil […]...2025
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• Exclusive: NASCAR commissioner offers update on Brazil plans
2025

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• NASCAR President Steve Phelps expects ‘very good result’ from new charter agreement

Now that the media rights deal is secured for 2025, NASCAR President Steve Phelps is focused on the charter agreement. Teams and fans have varied opinions on the charter agreement and if it should go away, stay the same, or change slightly....2023
• “It was disappointing” – NASCAR President gives his verdict on Bubba Wallace intentionally wrecking Kyle Larson
NASCAR President Steve Phelps said that he was disappointed with the way Bubba Wallace retaliated against Kyle Larson in Las Vegas last season. One of the talking points of the 2022 season was the incident between Wallace and Larson. Wallace seemed to intentionally wreck Larson in the playoffs race. However, the 23XI Racing was not … “It was disappointing” – NASCAR Presid...2022
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• NASCAR president Steve Phelps points to healthy trends within sport

"The results from the competition side are working from a consumption standpoint," Phelps told reporters before the final race of the 2019 season....2019
• Steve Phelps underscores collaborative efforts in new role as NASCAR president

"We have to have folks put self-interest aside sometimes and see what's in the collective best interest of the sport in order for it to be healthy," NASCAR's fifth president told reporters....2018

• The France Family Era at a Crossroads as Antitrust Fallout Forces NASCAR Reset
NASCAR’s antitrust settlement triggers big changes as Steve Phelps resigns, raising fresh questions about the France family’s future....2026
• Momentum and growth highlight the current state of NASCAR racing

In a wide-ranging discussion of issues vital to the sport of stock car racing, NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps and president Steve O‘Donnell stressed the momentum the NASCAR racing currently enjoys in Friday morning‘s state-of-the-sport news conference at Phoenix Raceway. Nevertheless, Phelps didn‘t shy away from delineating the challenges currently facing the sport, specificall...2025
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• NASCAR to fans about Next Gen: "This car is for you"

While kicking off the unveiling ceremony in Charlotte, N.C., NASCAR President Steve Phelps began by thanking fans for tuning into the broadcast.“Truly, this car is for you,” he said. “This is a significant moment for our sport. This car is more relevant and includes more innovation than any car in NASCAR history.The styling of the car is clear. I mean, they look unbelievable. Just so ...Keep readi...2021
• NASCAR President Steve Phelps’ reaction to FBI conclusion of Bubba Wallace Talladega investigation
Tuesday, the FBI concluded its investigation into a possible hate crime being committed against Bubba Wallace at Talladega Superspeedway. NASCAR President Steve Phelps provides his thoughts on the outcome and speaks on how this ordeal has brought the NASCAR family closer than ever....2020
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• NASCAR briefs media on investigation into noose incident
"We don't have a lot of answers at this moment but did want to make sure we had a media availability to let you understand where we are to date. As more things come to light, we will keep you informed, as well," said NASCAR president Steve Phelps at the opening of the teleconference.In regards to the timeline of events, Phelps explained: "Late yesterday afternoon a crew member from the 43 ...Keep...2020
• Steve Phelps says NASCAR “absolutely not” for sale
The sale of NASCAR is “absolutely” not in the foreseeable future, according to its president Steve Phelps. “The France family is not interested in selling NASCAR at all,” Phelps said during an interview on FOX Business’ “Mornings with Maria.” Phelps said that the sport is the France family’s legacy and the merger between International Speedway Corpor...2020

• NASCAR: Predicting an ‘aggressive’ 2024 Cup schedule
NASCAR President Steve Phelps’ prediction of an “aggressive” schedule in 2024 could see the calendar looking different than it has in past years. The sample schedule below is one example. The annual NASCAR schedule release always draws the attention of fans as they plan their race day outings for the following season. In recent years, NASCAR […] NASCAR: Predicting an &...2022
• NASCAR orders staff pay cuts until racing returns
2020
• NASCAR president Steve Phelps committed to safety, communication with drivers

NASCAR president Steve Phelps spoke this week about Next Gen safety, revenue sharing, communication with drivers and more, Bob Pockrass writes....2022
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• NASCAR ‘would do the same thing again’ in Bubba Wallace issue
NASCAR President Steve Phelps stated that the sport “would do this again” regarding the investigation into the so-called “noose” in Bubba Wallace’s garage stall. Upon the conclusion of the FBI investigation that determined there was no hate crime associated with a so-called “noose” in the garage stall of Bubba Wallace’s #43 Richard Petty Motorsports ...2020
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• NASCAR: Will fans quit watching over recent announcement?
NASCAR officially announced their plans to run a street course race in downtown Chicago, leaving fans with mixed responses. From iRacing to reality: NASCAR will officially contest a street course race in downtown Chicago. Earlier this week, the sport held a press conference in the Windy City with Mayor Lori Lightfoot, CEO Steve Phelps, and 23XI […] NASCAR: Will fans quit watching over r...2022
• NASCAR says additional cities interested in street course races

Speaking to Kelly Crandall at Racer, NASCAR President Steve Phelps says a number of cities have approached the sanctioning body about hosting a NASCAR street race in the future. Phelps says no decision would be made prior to the running of the Chicago race. Phelps: I don‘t know what our ‘24 schedule is going to […]...2022
• Transcripts: State of the sport address with Steve Phelps and Steve O'Donnell

NASCAR Media Conference Press Conference Friday, November 4, 2022 An Interview with: Steve O’Donnell & Steve Phelps THE MODERATOR: Good morning, everybody. Thank you all for joining us for NASCAR’s annual state of the sport here at Phoenix Raceway. Also welcome to those of you on the live stream and NASCAR Radio. I’m joined, of […]...2022
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• Steve Phelps Elevated to NASCAR Commissioner, Steve O’Donnell New President
Steve Phelps has been promoted to the newly created role of commissioner of NASCAR, the sanctioning body announced March 31. Phelps moves to the role ... Continue Reading...2025

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• Michael Jordan Arrives in Court for #NASCAR Lawsuit
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• 2025 NASCAR Cup Series TV ratings

Overall, year-to-year, the NASCAR Cup Series experienced a 14 percent drop in television ratings for the 2025 season. … NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps says internal projections predicted this with so many races moving off broadcast television and moving to cable channels and the five races that aired on Amazon‘s Prime Sports. “When the season started, […]...2025
• NASCAR 2025 State of the Sport Address, Summarized

Steve Phelps and Steve O'Donnell addressed the title format, the new media deal, marketing, the 2026 schedule, the Next Gen and the ongoing lawsuit, among other topics....2025
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• Steve Phelps still optimistic about adding manufacturer to NASCAR UPDATES

UPDATE 4: NASCAR has scheduled a “major NASCAR partner announcement” for 1:00pm/et Sunday at Michigan International Speedway. The announcement is expected to be the return of Ram to the Truck Series. UPDATE 3 – 3-7-2025: Another sign pointing towards Dodge returning to the NASCAR Truck Series has been found in the promotional packet local dealers […]...2025
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• Steve Phelps comments on possible Brazil race
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• Exclusive: NASCAR commissioner offers update on Brazil plans
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• Steve Phelps Reveals NASCAR’s Game-Changing $300 Million Investment Plan
NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps gave a huge update on the future of the Auto Club Speedway in Fontana that hosted races for 27 years....2025
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• NASCAR open to outside equity investments, more international expansion

Even after undergoing a dramatic makeover in recent years, NASCAR Holdings insists it‘s still mashing the gas on change, with President Steve Phelps saying the sport is exploring everything from possible race locations across the world to outside investments. … When former NASCAR CEO Brian France stepped down in 2018, Phelps got his chance to […]...2025
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• Steve Phelps explains process for NASCAR considering changes to playoff format

The major talking point as the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season wrapped up last month centered around the current playoff format and its long-term future....2024
• NASCAR President Steve Phelps fiercely defends playoff format, evaluates reasons for fan criticism

Following Joey Logano’s third NASCAR Cup Series championship, fans were not too happy about the playoff format. A new round of familiar but renewed criticism emerged in the aftermath....2024
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• NASCAR's Phelps: "The noose was real" but its origins unknown
“The noose was real,” said NASCAR President Steve Phelps, “as was our concern for Bubba.”Phelps went through the timeline of events from the discovery of the noose and the ensuing FBI investigation which came to the conclusion that Wallace – the Cup Series’ only fulltime African-American driver – was not the victim of a hate crime.“As I mentioned on Tuesday, given the facts ...Keep reading...2020
• NASCAR: If hate crime is suspected, we'll do the same again
NASCAR president Steve Phelps says the organisation "would do the same thing" if evidence was presented that suggested a hate crime might have been committed within its environment...2020
• NASCAR ‘would do the same thing again’ in Bubba Wallace issue
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• NASCAR President Steve Phelps’ reaction to FBI conclusion of Bubba Wallace Talladega investigation
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