Chase Briscoe captured his first NASCAR Cup Series victory of 2026 at Chicagoland Speedway, leading a Joe Gibbs Racing sweep that saw his teammate Christopher Bell finish just 0.276 seconds behind. Denny Hamlin rounded out the podium in third, extending his championship lead, while the win propelled Briscoe to eighth in the points standings.
A Sweeping Victory for Gibbs Racing
The race underscored the strength of Toyota-powered entries, with seven of the top ten finishers driving for Toyota-affiliated teams. Briscoe, who struggled during practice and qualifying, credited crew chief James Small for the car’s newfound speed, noting the strategic adjustments made before the final run.
The next showdown will take place at EchoPark Speedway in Atlanta, where the series hopes to build on the momentum generated by Gibbs Racing’s early‑season dominance.