Winning Isn't Everything, Even Though NASCAR Would Prefer That It Is

Published: Thu, 10/30/25

Updated: Thu, 10/30/25

Frontstretch Newsletter: Oct. 30, 2025
Volume XIX, Edition CXCIV

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What to Watch: Thursday

- Today is a busy day in Phoenix as it is Championship 4 Media Day at Phoenix Raceway. All 12 championship contenders (the Championship 4 in the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series) will be answering questions ahead of the season finales at 1 p.m. ET.

Frontstretch will be at Media Day to bring you coverage. Look out for some videos later today on our YouTube page.

After Media Day concludes, Truck teams will take to the track for their final practice session of the weekend at 7:35 p.m. ET. The session will not be televised.

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TV Schedule: Here

Today's Top News:

William Sawalich Out Again at Phoenix

Joe Gibbs Racing announced Wednesday that William Sawalich has still not been approved to drive after suffering a concussion at Talladega. Justin Bonsignore will drive in his place.

Carson Kvapil Will Run Full Time in O’Reilly in 2026 After All

JR Motorsports announced Wednesday that Carson Kvapil will now race full-time in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series in 2026 after previously being announced in a part-time role.

Justin Haley, Daniel Dye Join Kaulig Truck Team for 2026

Kaulig Racing announced Wednesday that Justin Haley and Daniel Dye will drive for the team in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2026.

Marco Andretti Announces Retirement From Racing

Marco Andretti announced his intention to retire from motorsports on social media Wednesday.

Photos are courtesy of Nigel Kinrade Photography.

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Newsletter Exclusive:

Frontstretch Line of the Week

From Carson Kvapil Proving Consistency Still Matters

"Consistency and trying to be smart on the track and not taking unnecessary risks for minimal gain. Consistency is what got us to the [Championship 4] and not having any of those really bad races." - Carson Kvapil on his 2025 season and how he's gotten to his current position.

Today at Frontstretch:

Carson Kvapil Proving Consistency Still Matters

by Steve Leffew

Truckin’ Thursdays: The 2025 Season Comes Down to This

by Anthony Damcott

NASCAR Mailbox: Championship 4 Picks for the 3 National Divisions

by Kevin Nix

Sam Mayer & NASCAR’s ‘Sit Factor’

by James Krause

Tomorrow at Frontstretch.com:

In Friday Faceoff, we discuss whether Sam Mayer should have been suspended for Phoenix, who can rain on the Championship 4's parade, championship picks and more.

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