Two times Cup champion Joey Logano breaks down the difference between “rough and tumble” NASCAR and F1

NASCAR has dominated the US market for motorsports for decades.

Two times Cup champion Joey Logano breaks down the difference between “rough and tumble” NASCAR and F1

Max Verstappen and Joey Logano (Via IMAGO)

NASCAR and F1 have been in a tough battle with each other in the US audience sphere. Multiple sports figures have taken a jibe at each sport over the years. In a recent addition to this list, two-time Cup Series champion, Joey Logano has broken down the difference between the two series and why the stock car racing is better than the other.

This week, NASCAR will hold the premier class race at COTA, which is the only track that both the stock car series and the pinnacle open-wheel racing share with each other. F1 averages about 50 overtakes over the whole race distance, while NASCAR has this many changes of leaders in a race alone. Subsequently, this has raised questions ahead of the weekend about the stark differences in terms of overtaking and entertainment between the two. Following Kyle Busch‘s dig at F1, Joey Logano has given his views regarding the same.

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For us, we're passing almost every lap, shucking and jiving. The strategies are pretty fluid, and the whole thing is unpredictable. You don't see the same guy win every week. There are good things about both — don't get me wrong — but you're asking a NASCAR guy here. We're definitely more rough and tumble.
Joey Logano said in an interview with Statesman.

The 33-year-old elucidated that NASCAR is a more versatile sport. Moreover, the strategies are quite off-beat when compared to F1, and how cautions and stage breaks keep the race exciting till the end, unlike their counterpart. Joey Logano also stated that due to the aspects of bumping and drafting for long periods, the cars can endure damage and aggressive behavior by their pilots.

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Joey Logano is all in for gambling in NASCAR

Online betting sites and apps have allowed easy access for motorsport fans and gamblers to bet on the eventual results of the race. Moreover, the trend of betting is at an all-time high after authorities in North Carolina deemed such activities legal.

Joey Logano (Credits: Chris Graythen | Getty Images)
Joey Logano (Credits: Chris Graythen | Getty Images)

Following such an announcement, the motorsport world burst into a frenzy, and how fans could bet on their favorite drivers and test out their luck. Subsequently, the two-time Cup Series champion has praised this action though drivers are not allowed to bet themselves for fair competition.

First, you’ve got to be conscious of your decisions and the effects on your life. If you do it responsibly, it helps engagement in our sport. People want to watch more when they have something riding on the outcome.
Joey Logano said.

The Penske driver stated that if gambling is done responsibly then it does not harm anyone. Moreover, it would bring in a significant number of new fans to the sport who would like to learn the intricacies of the sport. It would create a win-win situation for both parties.

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