The Final Lap Weekly - NASCAR Talk Show

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Each week, hosts Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie discuss the fallout following the NASCAR Cup Series race. They also deep-dive into the latest topics revolving around the world of NASCAR. Whether it be the latest breaking news items in the NASCAR Cup, O’Reilly Auto Parts, or Craftsman Truck Series, including rule changes, silly season moves, and just about everything in between. The show also features Rowdy Dragon’s fantasy NASCAR picks.

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20 episodes
Updated July 25

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July 25 · 11 min
Indianapolis Fantasy NASCAR Picks: Brickyard Sleepers, Favorites & Drivers to Avoid
Rowdy Dragon breaks down the best Fantasy NASCAR picks for Indianapolis Motor Speedway, including favorites, sleepers, mid-pack value drivers, and potential lineup traps. Get the strategy and predictions you need before NASCAR takes on the Brickyard.
July 23 · 42 min
Logano Dominates North Wilkesboro! SVG Breaks Through + Indianapolis Preview
Joey Logano dominates North Wilkesboro, while SVG delivers a surprising top-five finish on a short track. Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie also debate the pre-race coverage, discuss Justin Allgaier’s new JR Motorsports deal and NASCAR’s updated practice procedures, preview Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and reveal Rowdy Dragon’s fantasy picks.
July 18 · 12 min
North Wilkesboro Fantasy NASCAR Picks: Mid-Pack Sleepers for the 450-Lap Marathon!
With the A-list drivers possibly running low, Rowdy Dragon targets the best mid-pack sleepers and value picks for the massive 450-lap race at North Wilkesboro Speedway. Find out which drivers could save your premium starts and still deliver a big Fantasy NASCAR points day.
July 16 · 44 min
Ryan Blaney Dominates Atlanta, Bubba’s Costly Penalty & MASSIVE Daytona Changes!
Ryan Blaney dominates Atlanta, Bubba Wallace suffers a costly penalty, and massive Next Gen car changes are coming to Daytona. Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie also preview the unbelievable 450-lap race at North Wilkesboro and reveal Rowdy Dragon’s mid-pack Fantasy NASCAR picks.
July 11 · 11 min
Rowdy Dragon’s Atlanta Fantasy NASCAR Picks: Pack Racing Chaos Returns?
Rowdy Dragon is back with Fantasy NASCAR Picks for EchoPark Atlanta Motor Speedway as NASCAR returns to Atlanta for another potential pack-racing showdown. Get the drivers to target, sleepers to watch, risky plays to avoid, and fantasy strategy before setting your lineup.
July 9 · 51 min
Bubba Wallace Exclusive, SVG vs. Austin Hill FIREWORKS & Atlanta NASCAR Preview!
The Final Lap Weekly recaps the NASCAR weekend at Chicagoland Speedway with an exclusive Bubba Wallace interview, the SVG vs. Austin Hill fireworks, possible NASCAR penalties, and the return of “Boys Have At It.” Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie also cover Chase Briscoe’s ultra-exclusive diecast, NASCAR news from TobyChristie.com, preview Atlanta Motor Speedway, and get Rowdy Dragon’s Fantasy NASCAR Picks for EchoPark Atlanta.
July 4 · 10 min
Rowdy Dragon’s Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Chicagoland! Drivers, Sleepers & Strategy
Rowdy Dragon breaks down his Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Chicagoland Speedway as NASCAR returns to the 1.5-mile oval in Joliet. Get the top drivers, sleepers, fades, value plays, and lineup strategy for a track surface that could be unpredictable after years away from the Cup Series schedule.
July 1 · 43 min
SVG Dominates Sonoma AGAIN! Toby Christie Trends, Chase Clinchers & Chicagoland Returns
SVG dominated Sonoma Raceway once again, but the contact and controversy had NASCAR fans fired up after a wild road course weekend. Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie break down Sonoma, why Toby is trending on X, the latest NASCAR news, Chase clinch talk, Chicagoland’s long-awaited return, and Rowdy Dragon’s Fantasy NASCAR Picks.
June 27 · 10 min
Sonoma Fantasy NASCAR Picks: Rowdy Dragon’s MUST-START Drivers, Sleepers & Road Course Strategy
Rowdy Dragon breaks down his Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Sonoma Raceway, including must-start drivers, sleepers, fades, and road course strategy. Can SVG bounce back after Coronado, and which drivers have the best fantasy upside in wine country?
June 26 · 43 min
Corey Heim SHOCKS NASCAR With First Cup Win! SVG Trouble, Dodge Return Rumors & Sonoma Preview
Corey Heim stuns the NASCAR world with his first career Cup Series win at the San Diego Naval Base Street Course at Coronado, while Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie break down what went wrong for SVG. Plus: Bubba Wallace’s Space Jam scheme, NASCAR lawsuit news, Gragson vs. Magnussen, Dodge Cup Series rumors, and a Sonoma Raceway preview with Rowdy Dragon’s Fantasy NASCAR Picks.
June 20 · 10 min
Naval Base Coronado Fantasy Picks! Rowdy Dragon’s NASCAR Street Course Preview
Rowdy Dragon previews the all-new Naval Base Coronado street course in San Diego with his Fantasy NASCAR Picks, sleeper drivers, strategy calls, and lineup advice for this brand-new NASCAR challenge.
June 18 · 42 min
Hamlin Stays HOT at Pocono! 3 Wins In A Row + NASCAR’s New San Diego Street Course Preview
Denny Hamlin wins his third straight race in a thrilling Pocono finish, and Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie break down what it means for the NASCAR Cup Series playoff picture. Plus, NASCAR news from TobyChristie.com, Hamlin retirement talk, Wood Brothers’ 2027 driver news, and a full preview of the new Naval Base Coronado street course in San Diego.
June 13 · 12 min
Rowdy Dragon’s Pocono Fantasy NASCAR Picks: Tricky Triangle Winners, Sleepers & Must-Avoid Drivers
Rowdy Dragon previews Pocono Raceway with his top Fantasy NASCAR picks for the Tricky Triangle. Get the drivers to watch, sleepers, risky fades, and lineup strategy before NASCAR rolls into Pocono.
June 11 · 42 min
Pocono Has 12 Turns?! Hamlin Shocks Michigan, Bell’s Massive Crash!
Toby Christie is fired up for Pocono weekend and may have invented a few extra turns at the Tricky Triangle. Kerry Murphey and Toby recap Denny Hamlin’s Michigan win, Christopher Bell’s crash update, Josh Berry’s Wood Brothers exit, Pocono preview, Rowdy Dragon’s fantasy picks, and more NASCAR news.
June 6 · 10 min
Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Michigan: Rowdy Dragon’s Hot Takes After Hamlin’s Nashville Win
Rowdy Dragon previews Michigan International Speedway with his Fantasy NASCAR picks, sleepers, risky plays, and drivers to watch after Denny Hamlin’s thrilling Nashville win. Get your lineup ready for one of NASCAR’s fastest tracks.
June 4 · 43 min
Do NASCAR Races Need To Be Shortened? Hell No
Why is NASCAR media suddenly pushing for shorter races? Toby Christie fires back with a hot take, plus Kerry Murphey and Toby recap Denny Hamlin’s Nashville win, break down the latest NASCAR news, preview Michigan, and welcome Rowdy Dragon for Fantasy NASCAR Picks.
May 30 · 9 min
Nashville Fantasy NASCAR Picks: Rowdy Dragon’s Must-Start Drivers, Sleepers & Strategy for the Cracker Barrel 400
Rowdy Dragon previews Nashville Superspeedway with his Fantasy NASCAR picks for the Cracker Barrel 400. Get the must-start drivers, sleepers, fades, and strategy you need before setting your lineup in Music City.
May 28 · 40 min
NASCAR Has Lost A Legend: Kyle Busch
We discuss the passing of NASCAR Legend Kyle Busch. Rowdy Dragon also has your Fantasy NASCAR picks for Nashville coming up this weekend.
May 23 · 10 min
Coca-Cola 600 Fantasy NASCAR Picks: Rowdy Dragon’s Charlotte Sleepers, Studs & Must-Starts!
Rowdy Dragon previews the Coca-Cola 600 weekend with Fantasy NASCAR picks, sleepers, must-start drivers, and risky fades for Charlotte Motor Speedway. With Kyle Busch out and Austin Hill stepping into the No. 8, fantasy lineups could get wild for NASCAR’s longest race of the season.
May 21 · 38 min
Kyle Busch Hospitalized & NASCAR’s Biggest Weekend Is HERE!
SVG dominates Watkins Glen, Denny Hamlin wins the All-Star Race at Dover, and breaking news hits as Kyle Busch is hospitalized with a severe illness and ruled out for the Coca-Cola 600. Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie also preview the massive racing weekend ahead with F1, the Indy 500, Charlotte, and Rowdy Dragon’s Fantasy NASCAR Picks.