Well, we’ve nearly made it to the halfway mark of the regular season. This weekend the NASCAR Cup Series races into Darlington for a throwback weekend, marking the 13th race of the 26-race regular season. Though it will feel laid back and fun for everyone this weekend, the drivers will still be laser-focused on performing on the tough track and grabbing a win before the true respite next weekend at the All-Star Race in North Wilkesboro.<\/a><\/p>\n Last time out, we saw Denny Hamlin<\/strong> grab his first win of the year<\/a> at Kansas. Hamlin battled Kyle Larson<\/strong> in the final laps and nudged Larson into the wall on the final lap to take the checkered flag. It marked back-to-back wins for Joe Gibbs Racing as the team looks to continue their run this weekend on a track where Hamlin and Martin Truex Jr.<\/strong> have a combined six career wins.<\/p>\n As we approach the midpoint of the regular season, though, there are still some big names hunting for that first win. Points leader Ross Chastain<\/strong> leads that group, while Kevin Harvick<\/strong>, Ryan Blaney<\/strong>, and Brad Keselowski<\/strong> are among drivers in the Top 10 in the standings who have yet to ride to victory lane.<\/p>\n Whether we get a repeat winner or a first-timer in 2023, one thing that is for sure is that it’ll be done in style. This weekend you’ll see throwback paint schemes<\/a> on the cars, many evoking positive memories of past eras, like Chase Elliott<\/strong>‘s tribute to his dad Bill that you can see below.<\/p>\n Take a look at @llumarfilms<\/a> No. 9 throwback scheme for @TooToughToTame<\/a>.<\/p>\n — Hendrick Motorsports (@TeamHendrick) May 5, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n