Kevin Harvick’s BIG Announcement! Plus, Ryan Preece Wins the Clash Amid Weather Madness

Kevin Harvick’s BIG Announcement! Plus, Ryan Preece Wins the Clash Amid Weather Madness

Author: FOX Sports February 6, 2026 Duration: 45:13
Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith kick off this episode of Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour with a big announcement, revealing a free live show ahead of the Daytona 500 on Thursday, February 12 at the NASCAR Fan Experience Set, featuring the full crew, potential special guests, and live fan Q&A, with the episode airing on YouTube and across podcast feeds for anyone not in Daytona. From there, the crew breaks down a chaotic NASCAR Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium, reacting to Ryan Preece’s emotional win, William Byron’s runner-up speed, the Suárez–Shane van Gisbergen tension after on-track run-ins, Denny Hamlin’s strong finish and comments on wet-weather racing, and the fuel and late-race issues that bit Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott. They also dive into the race’s record 17 cautions, NASCAR’s late refuel decision, weather delays, and what it all revealed about who came out swinging and who left with concerns. The episode closes with Mamba’s Social Sips and burnout grades for Preece. 0:00 - Intro 3:59 - LIVE Show Ahead Of Daytona 6:50 - The Clash Recap 34:50 - Mamba’s Social Sips 40:41 - Last Call Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pull up a stool and settle in for Kevin Harvick's Happy Hour presented by NASCAR on FOX. Each week, the former Cup Series Champion and NASCAR legend breaks down the latest on-track drama, strategic moves, and biggest stories from the world of stock car racing. He’s joined by FOX Sports’ Kaitlyn Vincie and NASCAR’s own Chief Hype Officer, Mamba Smith, for conversations that blend deep insider knowledge with the kind of casual, unfiltered banter you’d hear in the garage. But this podcast isn't just for the hardcore racing fan. Harvick regularly extends the invitation beyond the pit lane, sitting down with major figures from across sports, entertainment, and pop culture to explore their connections to speed and competition. The result is a uniquely accessible blend of expert analysis and wide-ranging conversation, all filtered through the perspective of a driver who’s seen it all. It’s where the high-octane world of NASCAR meets good company, making for a weekly listen that’s as entertaining as it is insightful.
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