The Iowa Corn 350, the final NASCAR Cup Series event of the regular season, will take place on August 9 at the 0.75‑mile Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa, covering 350 laps that total 306.25 miles.
Ryan Blaney will start from the pole after claiming victory at the track earlier this year, a performance that has set high expectations for his chances of repeating the win.
Austin Cindric, who currently holds the final Chase position, sits 38 points ahead of Ryan Preece, and he will line up in 12th place when the green flag drops.
Ryan Preece, despite starting from 35th, remains a threat in the closing stages, a factor that could reshape the playoff picture if he can climb the running order.
Stage Structure and Strategic Opportunities
The race is divided into three stages — 70 laps, 140 laps and a final 140‑lap sprint — providing multiple opportunities for strategy and stage points.
Fans can watch the action live on USA Network, while radio listeners will tune into the Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio on channel 90 for comprehensive coverage.
In addition to the traditional broadcast, the event will stream on HBO Max with in‑car camera feeds, giving viewers a unique perspective of the on‑track battles.
Looking ahead, the 2025 edition is already generating buzz, with William Byron among those expected to contend, while this year’s winner, Ryan Blaney, aims to add another triumph to his résumé.