Welcome to an Exciting Monday of NASCAR!

It’s an electrifying time in the NASCAR world as Hooters Gianna Tulio, the significant other of Ryan Blaney, is now officially in the running for the NASCAR championship. She has fought hard to get to this point, and now anything is possible. It’s truly a thrilling time to be alive!

We are approaching the final week of the 2023 NASCAR season, with just six days left before crowning the champion. It feels like just yesterday when we were enjoying $20 Busch Lights together in Daytona. Now, we have a different group of drivers in the final four: Angry Ryan Blaney, Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell, and William Byron. It’s definitely an unexpected lineup without fan favorites like Chase Elliott, Denny Hamlin, Martin Truex Jr., Joey Logano, or Kyle Busch. But here at MMPS, we’re firmly on Team RB.

Before we dive into title talk, let’s address the drama that unfolded in the Xfinity Series on Saturday night. It may have looked like a couple of nerdy high schoolers yelling at each other, but personally, I loved it. Even Richard Childress, yes, the Richard Childress, threw his own driver under the bus. Welcome to MMPS, Richard!

And of course, we can’t forget about Hooters Gianna. Denny Hamlin calling Joey Logano the worst human on the planet? Classic. Also, a big shoutout to Brad Keselowski for delivering an awesome invocation before Saturday’s race. NASCAR may have embraced the woke culture, but at least we still have pre-race prayers. Brad K did a fantastic job!

Now let’s get ready for some racing with four tires, enough fuel to get us to Phoenix, and maybe some much-needed couples counseling for the entire RCR team. Welcome to Monday Morning Pit-Stop, the ‘You’re Fired!’ edition! NASCAR driver Brad Keselowski prays for Maine and Israel before race

Speaking of Brad Keselowski, let’s shine a spotlight on him today. What a guy! The 2012 Cup champion took the mic before Saturday’s race and delivered the invocation for the first time. I can’t recall any other driver doing that, but maybe I’m just forgetful. Brad is undoubtedly the most interesting and intelligent person in the NASCAR Cup garage. He’s never afraid to speak his mind, as we’ve seen on social media when he expressed his distaste for Bud Light. It makes sense, considering he used to drive the beautiful Miller Lite car before the company switched sponsors.

Now let’s talk about what happened after Brad’s prayer. It was truly awesome to hear the word “pray” mentioned multiple times. I’m pleasantly surprised that NASCAR hasn’t censored or eliminated pre-race prayers from the telecast or the events. In a world where everything seems to be leaning left, it’s refreshing that they haven’t shut down this tradition. Let’s hope they continue to preserve it. A little invocation every now and then can do wonders!

Now, let’s shift gears and talk about the racin’. Austin Hill and Sheldon Creed provided us with some post-race entertainment. It was hilarious to see two athletes letting loose and speaking their minds. Austin Hill and Sheldon Creed are both impressive talents. Personally, I’m Team Sheldon all the way. He made a move to win and ran his teammate up the track at Martinsville, a move countless drivers have made in the past. It’s how you pass and usually how you win at that track. Maybe the brake-check afterwards was a bit foolish and led to a massive wreck, but hey, he was going for the win. Sheldon will allegedly be joining Joe Gibbs Racing next season, so this will be his final week at RCR. I can’t wait to see the epic goodbye party!

In the midst of all the action, let’s not forget that Denny Hamlin didn’t make it to Sunday’s championship race. He’s still chasing that elusive win like our modern-day Mark Martin, only better. On the other hand, Ryan Blaney, also known as Angry Rhino, will compete for the championship this weekend. Blaney is my pick to take home the title. William Byron’s performance has dipped in recent weeks, and Kyle Larson hasn’t been at his best this season. Christopher Bell will probably secure the pole position, as he’s claimed quite a few this year. However, I’m not sure if he has what it takes to come out on top. That’s why I’m rolling with Ryan Blaney. He’s been consistently excellent this season and has a strong surge of momentum heading into the final Sunday. Plus, having the hottest WAG in the garage, Hooters Gianna Tulio, on his team certainly doesn’t hurt. Let’s rally behind them and make Hooters Gianna a champion!

Lastly, let’s discuss Danica Patrick, who stirred up some controversy with her recent interview with Awful Announcing. She made the bold statement that NASCAR drivers have no marketability, which didn’t sit well with some on Twitter (formerly known as the site). But you know what? She’s absolutely right. I’ve been saying this all season, especially during the playoffs. While I appreciate drivers like William Byron, who has won six races this year, the sad truth is that most people wouldn’t recognize him if he walked down the street. Kyle Larson, the reigning champion, is in a similar boat. And let’s not even get started on Christopher Bell. There’s virtually zero chance he would be recognized in public. These are three out of the four playoff drivers we have. I’d say Ryan Blaney has a shot at marketability because he’s been featured in a couple of commercials, but otherwise, it’s a disaster. If you have seven minutes to spare, definitely watch ex-driver Kenny Wallace’s spot-on observation. ‘Herm’ says it perfectly. There’s a lot of truth in what he says.

Now, I hate to conclude on a somber note, but we received tragic news today. During an Audi practice session at the speedway, one driver lost their life, and another was injured in an on-track incident on Saturday. Our thoughts go out to both drivers and their families. The Daytona International Speedway will be working with Audi Club and local authorities to investigate the cause of the accident. That’s all we know for now, and I’ll provide an update if there’s any further information. Let’s hope for happier news next time.

Well, that’s all for this exhilarating edition of MMPS. Buckle up and let’s head out to…

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Olivia Carter

Olivia Carter revs up excitement in the world of NASCAR. As a dedicated motorsports enthusiast, she covers race results, driver profiles, and the latest developments in the NASCAR world, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.