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After a string of early setbacks, Connor Zilisch broke through with a seventh‑place finish at Sonoma, leveraging his sports‑car background and a strong car to boost confidence for the remainder of the year.
Shane van Gisbergen led most of the race at Sonoma to secure his second victory of the season, while Denny Hamlin surged to the points lead despite a 26th‑place finish.
After a weekend of setbacks, Shane van Gisbergen captured a hard‑earned NASCAR win, praising his partners and outlining the work needed to thrive in the postseason.
Austin Hill secured Stage 1 and his second O'Reilly Series win of the year, while Taylor Gray captured Stage 2. The race marked the only victory for a Richard Childress Racing driver and drew 1.2 million viewers on The CW, the longest telecast in NASCAR history for a non‑weather‑impacted event.
Kaulig Racing's Cup Series future hangs in the balance as Dodge eyes a 2027 entry, potentially elevating the team to its flagship partnership.
Layne Riggs secured his fourth win of the 2026 NASCAR Truck Series season at the inaugural Navy 250 in San Diego, a race that set new viewership records on FOX Sports 1.
Ryan Newman is set to make his first NASCAR Truck Series start in nearly eight years at North Wilkesboro Speedway, driving the No. 25 Kaulig Racing truck backed by Ram. The appearance revives a lineage of notable drivers who have used the ride and highlights Newman’s enduring stature in the sport.
The 2026 NASCAR season opens with the Toyota Save Mart 350 at Sonoma, where betting options range from race winners to manufacturer props, and drivers’ recent form, track history and weather will be decisive.
Ty Dillon looks to repeat last year’s upset of Denny Hamlin as the In‑Season Challenge begins its first round at Sonoma Raceway, a bracket‑style event where the winner walks away with a million dollars.
Prime Video's second season of NASCAR delivered a 6% viewership increase, with the finale in San Diego attracting 2.28 million viewers and a demographic shift toward adults 55 and older.
From June 26‑28, 2026, Sonoma Raceway will host a three‑day NASCAR weekend featuring the Cup Series’ Toyota/Save Mart 350, the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, and the ARCA Menards Series West, with key broadcast details and championship implications.
Shane van Gisbergen is the betting favorite for the Sonoma race, but Connor Zilisch and a deep field of drivers could still deliver a dramatic upset.
NASCAR and The Rolling Stones announced a partnership on June 24 that will see co‑branded merchandise, special vinyl pressings and a traveling listening space touring Chicago before the July 4‑5 race, promoting the band’s first full album since drummer Charlie Watts’ death.
The collaboration blends the iconic cartoon aesthetic with NASCAR's newest street-circuit event, offering fans exclusive merchandise and a celebration at Navy Pier.
Shane van Gisbergen secured pole position with a 1:15.029 lap, while Brent Crews qualified second. The June 27 event will be broadcast on the CW Network and streamed on FUBO, with audio on NASCAR.com and SiriusXM.
NASCAR drivers Zane Smith and Noah Gragson stopped at the Hard Rock Casino Tejon in Mettler, California, sharing insights on the tightly contested Cup Series and the strategic gambles that define road course racing.
Three drivers who made recent headlines will not compete at Sonoma Raceway, prompting the series to revert to a more conventional lineup of championship contenders.
Guy Fieri, known for his energetic presence on Food Network, has become a co‑owner of Legacy Motor Club, a NASCAR Cup Series team. His involvement promises collaborative content, fan initiatives and merchandise that blend racing, food and lifestyle culture.
23XI Racing will unveil a Space Jam‑themed Cup Series car at Chicagoland Speedway on July 5, celebrating the film’s cultural legacy and featuring a limited‑edition diecast from Lionel.
Celebrity chef Guy Fieri, famed as the Mayor of Flavortown, has aligned with NASCAR's Legacy Motor Club, promising collaborative content, fan engagement and merchandise that blend racing with food culture.
Celebrity chef Guy Fieri has become a co‑owner of Legacy Motor Club, a NASCAR team that is reimagining fan engagement through a unique mix of racing, food and lifestyle content.
Celebrity chef Guy Fieri has been named a strategic owner of Legacy Motor Club, partnering with seven‑time champion Jimmie Johnson to blend culinary content, fan engagement and merchandise with the team’s racing program.
Guy Fieri, known for his vibrant presence on television and in the culinary world, has announced his strategic ownership role with Legacy Motor Club, aiming to blend entertainment and motorsport culture.
Upper Deck is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the 1996 film Space Jam through a collaboration that includes a special NASCAR paint scheme for Bubba Wallace, limited‑edition trading cards, a die‑cast model, and a public event at Chicago’s Navy Pier.