Weekend Overview
The NASCAR weekend kicks off with the Cup Series and the Craftsman Truck Series converging at Richmond Raceway for Round 24 of the regular season, while later in the week the focus shifts to Iowa Speedway for the Iowa Corn 350, a 37‑car event that blends veteran talent with emerging competitors.
Austin Dillon has turned Richmond into his personal hunting ground, capturing the last two Cup races there and eyeing a third straight victory that would echo Bobby Allison’s historic run in 1983. His recent form adds a narrative layer to the upcoming event.
In the championship battle, Denny Hamlin sits atop the standings with a cushion of more than 100 points over Ty Gibbs, the winner of the most recent race at Iowa Speedway. Meanwhile, Austin Cindric occupies 16th place in the Chase, holding a 29‑point edge over Ryan Preece, a positioning that could influence strategies in the upcoming races.
Race Format and Start Times
The Cup race at Richmond is scheduled for Sunday, August 15, with a television start at 6:30 PM Eastern and the green flag dropping at 7:10 PM. The event will run 400 laps, split into stages of 70, 160 and 170 laps, providing multiple opportunities for stage points and strategic pit stops.
Broadcast coverage will be carried on USA Network in the United States, with TSN handling the Canadian feed and a suite of international partners also listed. Live streaming is available through the USA NETWORK platform, while radio listeners can tune into MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio for companion coverage.
Iowa Corn 350 Entry List
Iowa Speedway will host the Iowa Corn 350, featuring 37 drivers, among them Austin Dillon, Denny Hamlin and Ty Gibbs, who are expected to draw significant fan interest. The lineup also includes an open entry, No. 66, driven by Josh Bilicki, adding depth to the field.
Fans across the United States can follow the action via the same broadcast partners and streaming options that cover the Richmond weekend, ensuring a seamless viewing experience for both events.