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The NASCAR playoffs begin at Darlington with the Cook Out Southern 500. Ms. V highlights her top picks, including Larson as the favorite, Reddick as a value play, and Berry as a longshot worth backing.

Ms. V gives her NASCAR betting predictions for the Coke Zero 400 at Daytona. See her value plays, odds breakdown, and which drivers to watch heading into the playoffs.

Cook Out 400 NASCAR betting preview for August 16, 2025. Driver analysis, playoff implications, and Ms. V’s top picks for victory lane under the lights at Richmond.

Fuel mileage, wild strategy plays, and Hendrick dominance—Sunday’s showdown at Watkins Glen has it all. Ms. V breaks down where the value lies and who’s primed to make a move.

Ms. V breaks down what last week’s Indy upset means for this week’s odds at Iowa, key track factors, and which drivers offer sneaky value as the playoff push heats up. Get analysis on the favorites, mid-range threats, and dark horse contenders—plus a look at the razor-thin playoff bubble.

Ms. V breaks down her Brickyard 400 pick, including value bets on Christopher Bell, a mid-range prediction on Chase Briscoe, and a juicy dark horse play for Ty Gibbs. Find out who’s ready to kiss the bricks and who might bust your NASCAR bet slip.

Denny Hamlin and Kyle Larson headline a brutal showdown at Dover’s Monster Mile. Here’s our expert prediction, top value bets, and dark horse picks for Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series battle.

Get Ms. V’s expert Toyota/Save Mart 350 predictions, best bets, and value picks for Sunday’s NASCAR race at Sonoma. See which longshot is worth a look and why Kyle Larson is her driver to beat.

After a wild finish in Atlanta, the NASCAR Cup Series shifts to the streets of Chicago for the Grant Park 165. See why Chase Elliott is our top pick, which longshot could cash, and who’s best positioned for a playoff push in our Grant Park 165 predictions.

The Challenge Round kicks off at EchoPark Speedway, and Ryan Blaney enters with strong form and top-tier speed. Here’s the angle savvy bettors are backing for Sunday night’s showdown.