Ayantika Maitra is a NASCAR Content Analyst at EssentiallySports. Using her
affinity for research and storytelling, this English major has also woven some
attention-grabbing pieces that have brought the women in NASCAR into the
limelight. An expert in identifying trends and understanding audience behavior,
she loves taking part in core sport reporting. However, her strong suits remain
in-depth coverage surrounding top drivers like Chase Elliott, Ryan Blaney, Tony
Stewart, and Kyle Busch. When she does not have her nose deep into motorsports,
she likes to dance and also learn different languages.

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Ayantika Maitra is a NASCAR Content Analyst at EssentiallySports. Using her affinity for research and storytelling, this English major has also woven some attention-grabbing pieces that have brought the women in NASCAR into the limelight. An expert in identifying trends and understanding audience behavior, she loves taking part in core sport reporting. However, her strong suits remain in-depth coverage surrounding top drivers like Chase Elliott, Ryan Blaney, Tony Stewart, and Kyle Busch. When she does not have her nose deep into motorsports, she likes to dance and also learn different languages.

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NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Cup Practice &amp; Qualifying Aug 12, 2023 Speedway, Indiana, USA NASCAR Cup Series driver Shane Van Gisbergen 91 during practice for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course. Speedway Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course Indiana USA, EDITORIAL USE ONLY PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxONLY Copyright: xMikexDinovox 20230812_mcd_ad4_24 | Image Credits: Imago

NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Cup Practice &amp; Qualifying Aug 12, 2023; Speedway, Indiana, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Shane V - EssentiallySports

NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Cup Practice &amp; Qualifying Aug 12, 2023; Speedway, Indiana, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Shane V

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Ranvijay Singh is a NASCAR Lead Editor at EssentiallySports. He leads a team of writers and editors intending to provide readers with some informative, entertaining, and enlightening pieces on their favorite drivers like Dale Earnhardt Jr, Tony Stewart, and Kyle Busch. He also time to time looks into the live event coverage, which can include pre and post-race conferences, track-side interviews, and on-track incidents. After completing his graduate degree in Journalism, he has worked for a number of media outlets gathering a strong news writing experience of over 5 years. For hobbies, he likes to cook, make music and play racing games.

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Ranvijay Singh

SVG Dissects Shameful Xfinity Series’ Daytona Debut After Being Jeopardized by
“Other People’s Messes”

LAS VEGAS, NV - OCTOBER 29: Tony Stewart 314 TA Mobil 1 McPhillips Racing Top Alcohol Dragster does a burnout before the first round of eliminations during the Motorsport, Herren, USA, Dragster Drag Race Nevada Nationals Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas, NV. Marc Sanchez/Icon Sportswire AUTO: OCT 29 NHRA Nevada Nationals Icon1442210291439

LAS VEGAS, NV - OCTOBER 29: Tony Stewart (314 TA) Mobil 1 McPhillips Racing Top Alcohol Dragster does a burnout before t - EssentiallySports

LAS VEGAS, NV &#8211; OCTOBER 29: Tony Stewart (314 TA) Mobil 1 McPhillips Racing Top Alcohol Dragster does a burnout before t

Srijan Mandal is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports. With a Master's Degree in Journalism from a top institution, Srijan has written over 1000 articles across various platforms. His passion for racing began at a young age and has only grown stronger over time. From Formula 1 to NASCAR and from World Rally Championship to World Endurance Championship, Srijan has followed and studied all aspects of these thrilling sports. Srijan's passion for racing extends beyond writing. He is an avid participant in professional open-wheel sim racing and enjoys producing music, which he shares on popular streaming platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music under the moniker "Lunaprism".

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Srijan Mandal

Outspoken Insider Call Out NHRA’s Quitting “Male Chauvinist” Amidst Female
Drivers’ Motorsports Takeover

NASCAR: Grant Park 220

Jul 2, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Shane Van Gisbergen (91) reacts after winning the Grant Park 220 of the Chicago Street Race at Chicago Street Race. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-USA TODAY Sports   TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

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Moinakhtar Akhunji is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports. With a love for racing spanning almost a decade, he brings his passion and expertise to every article he writes. Growing up as an automobile enthusiast, he quickly developed a deep appreciation for the technical and competitive aspects of both F1 and NASCAR. He is a fan of Dale Earnhardt Jr and Max Verstappen. Among the current NASCAR drivers, he admires Hendrick Motorsports star, Kyle Larson. Moinakhtar believes with the right backing from his team, the #5 driver can win a lot more championships. Here at ES, Moinakhtar is known for his well-rounded and informative articles. He brings a unique perspective to his writing, combining his knowledge of the sport with his passion for storytelling. When he is not penning down his thoughts about the Stock Car Racing Series, he can be found traveling and taking hikes.

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Moinakhtar Akhunji

Shane Van Gisbergen Capitalizes on Daytona Rain Delay as He Ticks Off Music Fans
Life Goals

NASCAR: Cup Practice

Feb 16, 2024; Daytona Beach, Florida, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Austin Dillon (3) during practice for the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports

NASCAR: Cup Practice - EssentiallySports

Dhruv George is a Senior NASCAR Author at EssentiallySports, with an impressive record of over 14K articles. From F1 driver Pierre Gasly to Moto2 rider Tony Arbolino, Dhruv has interviewed several racers, establishing himself as an authoritative voice in the world of motorsports. He not only writes engaging content but helps connect readers with some of the biggest racing names thanks to his ability to churn out exclusive interviews. Dhruv's ambition extends beyond writing, as he aspires to host a successful motorsports podcast with some of the biggest stars in the industry, like Kyle Busch and Denny Hamlin. When he's not writing about Stock Car Racing, he can be found reading and writing fan fiction.

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Dhruv George

The Legend of Bill France Weather: Can the Supernatural Legend Save the Daytona
500 From a Reschedule?

NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Mudsummer Classic Jul 24, 2013; Rossburg, OH, USA; NASCAR Camping World Truck Series driver Ryan

NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Mudsummer Classic Jul 24, 2013 Rossburg, OH, USA NASCAR Camping World Truck Series driver Ryan Newman 34 and Kyle Larson 30 crash during the Mudsummer Classic at Eldora Speedway. Rossburg OH USA, EDITORIAL USE ONLY PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxONLY Copyright: xAndrewxWeber-USAxTODAYxSportsx 7350302

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Misery Stricken NASCAR Team Owner’s $100,000 Bill Highlights Truck Series
Drivers’ Blatant Lack of Respect

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2021-charlotte-christopher-bell-joe-gibbs-nkp

Christopher Bell Snubs Joe Gibbs as He Dedicates Bluegreen Vacations Duel Sweep
to Former Mentor & Sprint Car Legend

Joe Gibbs, Christopher Bell | Credits - Imago

Joe Gibbs, Christopher Bell - EssentiallySports

Joe Gibbs, Christopher Bell

I've always considered myself an author, but it wasn't until recently that, with the help of my knack for research, I developed a passion for sports writing. I've dipped my toes into various sports like gymnastics, martial arts, and swimming. But then, I craved something that would keep me in the fast lane, and that's when NASCAR entered the picture. I quickly fell in love with the heart-pounding American spectacle. On race weekends you'll find me cheering on old-school legends like Kyle Busch and Brad Keselowski. My time at EssentiallySports has been a blast, writing articles that reach millions of readers. I love uncovering the off-track happenings, especially the unfiltered voices of Denny Hamlin and Dale Earnhardt Jr. In case you ever wanna something like 'Car of Tomorrow' vs. 'Next Gen Car' or maybe you're curious about my fur child, a ginger cat named Ginger, I'm all ears.

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Rashi Shetty

Concerned Joe Gibbs Lets Slip Lacking Faith in JGR Equipment Amidst Christopher
Bell’s Daytona Triumph

Michael McDowell, Joey Logano. Image Credits: Imago

Michael McDowell, Joey Logano - EssentiallySports

Michael McDowell, Joey Logano

“What a T*rd”: Michael McDowell Opens Up on Narrow Loss to Joey Logano for the
Daytona 500 Pole

Carson Hocevar, Corey Heim. Image Credits: Imago

Carson Hocevar, Corey Heim - EssentiallySports

Carson Hocevar, Corey Heim

Corey Heim Refuses to Call Out Carson Hocevar Despite Being Robbed off a
Championship

Chris Buescher during the NASCAR Cup Series

Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Folds of Honor Quiktrip 500 - Practice

HAMPTON, GA - FEBRUARY 23: Chris Buescher, driver of the #37 Scott Comfort Plus Chevrolet, stands in the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Folds of Honor Quiktrip 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway on February 23, 2019 in Hampton, Georgia. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

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Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Folds of Honor Quiktrip 500 &#8211; Practice

Starting off as a tennis author in 2018, Varun Khanna has gone on to contribute to EssentiallySports in various capacities. After setting up interviews with the likes of Serena Williams? coach Patrick Mouratoglou, Aliz? Cornet, and Noah Rubin, Varun is now part of all major ATP and WTA press conferences and has gone on to pen more than 1300 articles for EssentiallySports. He now heads the tennis and NBA division of the organization. While writing remains a passion for him, Varun has branched out into the marketing and communications department of EssentiallySports as well. When he wants to relax, Varun doesn?t have to venture away from tennis and NBA; he simply tunes in to Rafael Nadal and Michael Jordan?s exploits in their respective sports, past and present.

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Varun Khanna

With All of RFK Racing’s Resources at His Disposal, Chris Buescher Could Trump
the Entire NASCAR Grid at Daytona

ATLANTA, GA - MARCH 18: Josh Williams 92 DGM Racing Coolray/Alloy Employer Chevrolet waves to the crowd after leaving his car on the front stretch during the NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Xfinity Series RAPTOR King of Tough 250 on March 18, 2023, at Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton, GA.Photo by Jeffrey Vest/Icon Sportswire AUTO: MAR 18 NASCAR Xfinity Series RAPTOR King of Tough 250 Icon230318483

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ATLANTA, GA &#8211; MARCH 18: Josh Williams ( 92 DGM Racing Coolray/Alloy Employer Chevrolet) waves to the crowd after leaving

Devyani Sharma is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports. With a portfolio of over 500 articles, she is highly regarded for her ability to provide a nuanced and balanced perspective on the sport. With a Master's Degree in English literature, Devyani places great importance on the power of words and their ability to connect with readers. Devyani is a devoted fan of Hendrick Motorsports, drawn to the team's illustrious history and robust driver lineup. She is particularly enthusiastic about Chase Elliott, who she believes possesses the skills and mindset to become the next big name in NASCAR. Devyani's passion for both motorsports and writing has culminated in a successful career as a NASCAR journalist. When not watching the races, Devyani indulges in her love of fiction novels and sci-fi movies.

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Devyani Sharma

Despite Being Suspended, Josh Williams Hints at a Repeat of Iconic Park

Kevin Harvick, Noah Gragson. Image Credits: Imago

Articles by Ayantika Maitra

SVG Dissects Shameful Xfinity Series’ Daytona Debut After Being Jeopardized by “Other People’s Messes”

Outspoken Insider Call Out NHRA’s Quitting “Male Chauvinist” Amidst Female Drivers’ Motorsports Takeover

Shane Van Gisbergen Capitalizes on Daytona Rain Delay as He Ticks Off Music Fans Life Goals

The Legend of Bill France Weather: Can the Supernatural Legend Save the Daytona 500 From a Reschedule?

Misery Stricken NASCAR Team Owner’s $100,000 Bill Highlights Truck Series Drivers’ Blatant Lack of Respect

Christopher Bell Snubs Joe Gibbs as He Dedicates Bluegreen Vacations Duel Sweep to Former Mentor & Sprint Car Legend

Concerned Joe Gibbs Lets Slip Lacking Faith in JGR Equipment Amidst Christopher Bell’s Daytona Triumph

“What a T*rd”: Michael McDowell Opens Up on Narrow Loss to Joey Logano for the Daytona 500 Pole

Corey Heim Refuses to Call Out Carson Hocevar Despite Being Robbed off a Championship

With All of RFK Racing’s Resources at His Disposal, Chris Buescher Could Trump the Entire NASCAR Grid at Daytona

Despite Being Suspended, Josh Williams Hints at a Repeat of Iconic Park

Noah Gragson Aspiring to Emerge as a “Leader” at Struggling SHR After Kevin Harvick’s Exit

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