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The Cup Series will race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19, 2026, featuring a 450‑lap event with three stages, a pole‑position battle, and a deep field of manufacturers and teams.
Ryan Blaney's pole position earned his Team Penske Ford the first pit stall, while playoff drivers face steeper climbs through traffic, highlighting the critical role of pit road placement at North Wilkesboro Speedway.
Joey Logano’s victory at North Wilkesboro Speedway led 323 of 400 laps, securing his spot in the Chase and altering the playoff landscape.
Joey Logano led 323 of 450 laps to claim his first 2026 victory and the 38th win of his career, outlasting Denny Hamlin in a tense final stretch.
Joey Logano captured the checkered flag at North Wilkesboro Speedway, ending a 45‑race winless streak that had hung over his career since the spring of 2023. The 28‑year‑old driver led 321 of the 400 laps, a record haul that underscored his dominance and marked his 38th victory in the Cup Series.
Joey Logano led 323 of 450 laps to claim his first 2026 victory, setting a new personal laps‑led record and reshaping the playoff picture.
Denny Hamlin finished second at North Wilkesboro, widening his championship advantage while eyeing a long‑sought victory at the Brickyard 400.
Joey Logano captured his first NASCAR Cup Series victory of 2026 at North Wilkesboro Speedway, marking the start of a dominant Ford weekend that also saw a Truck Series win and a milestone for Roush Yates Engines.
Joey Logano dominated the action with a career‑high lap count and a 38th win, while Austin Cindric's tribute scheme and Ryan Blaney's comeback added drama to the first points race at North Wilkesboro since 1996.
Full entry lists for the Brickyard Weekend reveal 38 drivers per series, with limited starting spots and a roster of championship contenders poised for action.
Joey Logano led a race‑high 323 laps to win at North Wilkesboro, extending his streak to 15 consecutive seasons with a victory, while Austin Cindric finished 14th and Ryan Blaney rallied to 11th despite a speeding penalty.
Josh Berry’s 2027 NASCAR ride evaporates as Wood Brothers Racing taps Jesse Love, leaving the veteran to chase a new seat amid a sliding points standing and a lingering chance at a Cup Series comeback.
Joey Logano captured his 38th career win at North Wilkesboro, leading 323 laps and fending off Denny Hamlin in a dramatic finish that reshapes the playoff picture.
Joey Logano's victory at North Wilkesboro reshapes the playoff picture and sets up a Ford‑centric finale at the Brickyard 400.
Joey Logano led 323 laps to win at North Wilkesboro, extending his points lead. Denny Hamlin finished second, preserving a 68‑point regular‑season edge. Todd Gilliland advanced to the tournament final, while Shane van Gisbergen’s fifth‑place run highlighted road‑course versatility. The Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis looms next.
Bell’s 183.512 mph lap anchored a Toyota sweep, with Larson leading Chevrolet efforts, while Chastain paced the Xfinity field in a tightly contested session.
Joey Logano led 323 of 450 laps to win at North Wilkesboro, but penalties and the new short‑track package defined the night’s story.
Christopher Bell topped the practice times as Toyota secured a 1‑2‑3‑4‑5 finish, while William Byron led early laps and several drivers faced setbacks.
Christopher Bell set the fastest lap during a 50‑minute practice at Indianapolis, leading a Toyota 1‑2‑3‑4‑5 finish. Kyle Larson topped the Chevrolet results, while several drivers experienced setbacks after wall contacts.
Todd Gilliland's surprise victory over Chase Elliott at North Wilkesboro propelled him into the NASCAR In‑Season Challenge final, where he will meet Ryan Blaney for a $1 million prize. Ford is set to claim the inaugural title.
Joey Logano led 323 of 450 laps to win at North Wilkesboro, giving Team Penske its second consecutive Cup Series win and extending his points lead ahead of the crucial Indianapolis race.
Front Row Motorsports announced the continuation of Todd Gilliland’s contract through the 2027 season, but the team has yet to decide on the driver who will eventually take over the No. 4 Chevrolet.
The Brickyard 400 is back at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, featuring a high‑stakes championship round, a $1 million prize and a showdown between seasoned champion Denny Hamlin and rising contenders Ryan Blaney and Todd Gilliland.
Fans continue to question the sport's qualifying system, which blends owner standings and recent race results, while manufacturers and officials defend its fairness