Sonoma Showdown: A Full‑Throttle Weekend
The NASCAR Cup Series is set to return to the scenic road course of Sonoma Raceway for the Toyota/Save Mart 350, a 12‑lap showdown that draws a full complement of 36 drivers.
This year’s entry list is notable for its lack of part‑time entries or open cars, meaning every slot is filled by a full‑time competitor, including Austin Hill, who will contest both the Cup Series and the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series in the same weekend.
Among the drivers, veteran Ross Chastain is slated to pilot a Trackhouse Racing entry, while Austin Cindric continues his partnership with Team Penske. Austin Dillon remains under the banner of Richard Childress Racing, and Noah Gragson is now with Front Row Motorsports. Kyle Larson, a recent champion, will drive for Hendrick Motorsports, adding another layer of intrigue to the field.
The lineup also features a mix of established organizations such as Hendrick Motorsports, Joe Gibbs Racing, and Wood Brothers Racing, alongside newer entrants like 23XI Racing and LEGACY MOTOR CLUB, each bringing distinct strategies and technical packages.
Fans can expect a tightly contested race, with drivers from across the spectrum — from Chase Elliott and Denny Hamlin to emerging talents like Zane Smith and Connor Zilisch — vying for position on the challenging Sonoma layout.