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Best of 2024: Images from NASCAR Digital Media

By Staff Report | Published: December 29, 2024 51
Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media
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NASCAR Cup Series cars race at Phoenix Raceway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

With the 2024 NASCAR season in the books, it's time to look back at the best moments the action-packed campaign had to offer. 

Scroll through this gallery to see the best photos taken by NASCAR Digital Media, spanning across all three NASCAR national series. 

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Joey Logano looks on while inside his No. 22 Team Penske Ford at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

And the 2024 season begins! Joey Logano looks on while inside his No. 22 Team Penske Ford at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum ahead of the Busch Light Clash at The Coliseum. 

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A slew of Cup Series cars race across the start/finish line at Daytona International Speedway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

A slew of colorful Cup Series cars race across the start/finish line at Daytona International Speedway. 

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Ryan Blaney smiles with his No. 12 Team Penske Ford driver helmet perched in the foreground at Daytona International Speedway.

Zack Albert | NASCAR Digital Media

It's all smiles for 2023 Cup Series champion Ryan Blaney ahead of the 2024 Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. 

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Rajah Caruth waves the checkered flag following his NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series win at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

A victory wave of the checkered flag is in order for Rajah Caruth at Las Vegas Motor Speedway following his first career NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series triumph.

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A look at tire debris at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Brittney Wilbur | NASCAR Digital Media

"Marbles" -- another term for pieces of tire rubber on lanes not normally raced -- are all that remain following a thrilling Cup Series contest at the historic Bristol Motor Speedway. 

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Flames shoot across a tire.

Patrick Vallely | For NASCAR Digital Media

Flames and tires create one heck of a color combination. 

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The silhouette of a driver walks across a stage as fireworks illuminate the background at Richmond Raceway.

Patrick Vallely | For NASCAR Digital Media

Nothing like a good pyrotechnics showing during driver introductions at Richmond Raceway. 

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William Byron's No. 24 Chevrolet races at Circuit of The Americas as the Texas flag waves in the background.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

The Texas flag waves in the background as William Byron's No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet races at Circuit of The Americas. 

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Joey Logano's No. 22 Ford bounces in the air at Circuit of The Americas.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

It's all air for Joey Logano's No. 22 Team Penske Ford at Circuit of The Americas. 

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Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolets race at Martinsville Speedway.

James Thomas | NASCAR Digital Media

The Hendrick Motorsports quartet, led by Kyle Larson here, race through the turns at Martinsville Speedway while donning their ruby paint schemes celebrating the team's 40th anniversary.

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Sam Mayer's No. 1 Chevrolet and Ryan Sieg's No. 39 Ford race to the start/finish line in a photo finish at Texas Motor Speedway.

Patrick Vallely | For NASCAR Digital Media

It's a photo finish! Sam Mayer's No. 1 JR Motorsports Chevrolet and Ryan Sieg's No. 39 RSS Racing Ford race to the start/finish line in the NASCAR Xfinity Series contest at Texas Motor Speedway. Mayer won by 0.002 seconds.

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A general view of the Miles the Monster Statue at Dover Motor Speedway.

Alex Daus | NASCAR Digital Media

Miles the Monster is always keeping watch at Dover Motor Speedway. 

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Lights hang about over pit road at Kansas Speedway.

Chad Cushing | For NASCAR Digital Media

Pit box signs illuminate over pit road at Kansas Speedway. 

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Leftover watermelon remains after Ross Chastain's NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series win at Darlington Raceway.

Susan Wong | NASCAR Digital Media

The remains of a watermelon sit atop the Darlington Raceway pavement following Ross Chastain's NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series victory at Darlington Raceway. 

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The No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports pit crew pushes the Chevy to the grid at Darlington Raceway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Throwback Weekend at Darlington Raceway allows us to reflect on throwback paint schemes, including this one for Kyle Larson's No. 5 Chevrolet. 

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The No. 20 pit crew celebrates and poses for a photo following their All-Star Pit Crew Challenge victory at North Wilkesboro Speedway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

It's all celebration for Christopher Bell's No. 20 pit crew after their victory in the All-Star Pit Crew Challenge at North Wilkesboro Speedway. 

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A general view of the North Wilkesboro grandstands as NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series trucks race on the frontstretch.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Fans in North Wilkesboro Speedway's grandstands watch the green flag wave during a NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race. 

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Members of the United States Armed Forces exit a military helicopter during a pre-race ceremony at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Members of the United States Armed Forces exit a military helicopter during a pre-race ceremony at Charlotte Motor Speedway. 

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Kyle Larson walks toward the Charlotte Motor Speedway infield following his Indianapolis 500 run.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Kyle Larson (L) arrives at Charlotte Motor Speedway following the conclusion of the Indianapolis 500. 

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Shane van Gisbergen tastes the wine in Victory Lane following his NASCAR Xfinity Series win at Sonoma Raceway.

Brittney Wilbur | NASCAR Digital Media

Sweet victory for Shane van Gisbergen following his NASCAR Xfinity Series victory at Sonoma Raceway. 

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The Patriots Jet Team does a maneuver during a pre-race ceremony at Sonoma Raceway.

Brittney Wilbur | NASCAR Digital Media

The Patriots Jet Team does a maneuver during a pre-race air show at Sonoma Raceway.

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A general view of Alex Bowman's No. 48 Chevrolet through the brush at Sonoma Raceway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Peek through the brush, and you might spot Alex Bowman's Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet at Sonoma Raceway. 

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Sam Mayer's No. 1 Chevrolet does a celebratory burnout following a NASCAR Xfinity Series victory at Iowa Speedway.

Brittney Wilbur | NASCAR Digital Media

Sam Mayer's celebratory burnout following his NASCAR Xfinity Series win at Iowa Speedway brought the smoke. 

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Tyler Reddick (L) poses for a photo with the Hamburglar (R) at Iowa Speedway.

Zack Albert | NASCAR Digital Media

Tyler Reddick (L) poses for a photo with the Hamburglar (R). Quite a pairing. 

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Fans watch on from packed grandstands at Iowa Speedway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Fans watch on from packed grandstands for the inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway.

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Todd Gilliland looks on while inside his No. 38 Ford.

Brittney Wilbur | NASCAR Digital Media

Todd Gilliland looks on while inside his No. 38 Front Row Motorsports Ford. 

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Christian Eckes holds the Triple Truck Challenge check while biting down on a chain following his NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series win at Nashville Superspeedway.

Brittney Wilbur | NASCAR Digital Media

Christian Eckes not only brought home the victory hardware following his NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series win at Nashville Superspeedway. A $50,000 check courtesy of prevailing in the Triple Truck Challenge is also worth a celebration. 

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Alex Bowman and his No. 48 pit crew point in celebration to fans.

Brittney Wilbur | NASCAR Digital Media

Alex Bowman and his No. 48 Hendrick Motorsports pit crew make sure to point to the crowd following the team's NASCAR Cup Series victory at the Chicago Street Course. 

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Corey Heim tips his hat as the sun sets underneath his brim at Pocono Raceway.

Alex Daus | NASCAR Digital Media

A nice cap tip following a NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series victory for Corey Heim at Pocono Raceway. 

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Alex Daus | NASCAR Digital Media

Enjoy the cold beverages, Cole Custer. 

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Kyle Larson kisses the bricks following his NASCAR Cup Series victory at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Kissing the bricks at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. A tradition like no other. 

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A general view of the skyline from the infield at Daytona International Speedway.

Brittney Wilbur | NASCAR Digital Media

The glow of sunset at Daytona International Speedway never disappoints. 

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A close-up look at Martin Truex Jr.'s sunglasses with the reflection of the No. 19 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota.

Ethan Smith | For NASCAR Digital Media

A reflection of the No. 19 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota gleams off of Martin Truex Jr.'s sunglasses. 

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Connor Zilisch celebrates in Victory Lane following his NASCAR Xfinity Series win at Watkins Glen International.

Celia Ryan | NASCAR Digital Media

Tell them who you are, Connor Zilisch! In his inaugural NASCAR Xfinity Series start, the No. 88 pilot wheeled his way to a pole and the victory at Watkins Glen International. Not too shabby for a driver who could very well be the sport's next superstar. 

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. looks on following a NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Zach Sturniolo | NASCAR Digital Media

Dale Earnhardt Jr. takes a pause following the conclusion of a NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway. 

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Ross Chastain raises his hands in celebration in Victory Lane at Kansas Speedway as confetti falls.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Ross Chastain celebrates in Victory Lane at Kansas Speedway following his NASCAR Cup Series victory ... with watermelon in hand, of course. 

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NASCAR Cup Series cars race at Talladega Superspeedway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

It wouldn't be Talladega Superspeedway without some four-wide action at 195 mph.

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Sam Mayer falls from atop his No. 1 Chevrolet as his crew catches him in celebration at the Charlotte Motor Speedway Roval.

Ethan Smith | For NASCAR Digital Media

After winning at the Charlotte Roval, Sam Mayer trusts his No. 1 JR Motorsports pit crew to catch him. 

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Tyler Reddick pours a Monster drink on himself following a NASCAR Cup Series victory at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Tyler Reddick douses himself in a beverage following his Championship 4-clinching victory at Homestead-Miami Speedway. 

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Taylor Gray (foreground) confronts Christian Eckes as a crowd surrounds the pair at Martinsville Speedway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

A confrontation occurs between Taylor Gray (foreground) and Christian Eckes following a NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Playoffs race at Martinsville Speedway. 

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Chandler Smith (L) and Cole Custer (R) confront each other at Martinsville Speedway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Chandler Smith (L) and Cole Custer (R) scuffle at Martinsville Speedway. 

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Denny Hamlin's No. 11 Toyota suffers damage at Martinsville Speedway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

A view of Denny Hamlin's No. 11 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota after suffering damage in practice at Martinsville Speedway. 

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Ryan Blaney celebrates.

Ethan Smith | For NASCAR Digital Media

It's pure joy for Ryan Blaney after clinching a Championship 4 berth following his walk-off victory at Martinsville Speedway. 

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Martin Truex Jr. leans on his No. 19 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota.

Charlie Ramirez | For NASCAR Digital Media

And so, Martin Truex Jr.'s full-time NASCAR Cup Series career comes to an end at Phoenix Raceway as he retires from competition.

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Ty Majeski hoists the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Championship trophy at Phoenix Raceway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Your 2024 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series champion: Ty Majeski. 

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Ty Majeski kisses the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Championship trophy.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Ty Majeski kisses the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Championship trophy. 

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Justin Allgaier's dad, Mike, hugs his son.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Justin Allgaier's father, Mike, embraces his son after Allgaier's NASCAR Xfinity Series championship triumph at Phoenix Raceway. 

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Justin Allgaier kisses the NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship trophy.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Your 2024 NASCAR Xfinity Series champion: Justin Allgaier. 

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Joey Logano, his family and No. 22 Team Penske team pose for a photo in Victory Lane at Phoenix Raceway.

Patrick Vallely | For NASCAR Digital Media

Joey Logano, his family and the No. 22 Team Penske crew pose for a photo in Victory Lane at Phoenix Raceway after winning the Cup Series title. 

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Joey Logano poses for a photo with the Bill France Cup following his NASCAR Cup Series Championship victory at Phoenix Raceway.

Alejandro Alvarez | NASCAR Digital Media

Your 2024 NASCAR Cup Series champion: Joey Logano.

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