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When the green flag drops at the 2027 Daytona 500, it will mark more than just another race; it will signal the culmination of Jimmie Johnson’s storied NASCAR career.
Corey Heim won the NASCAR Indianapolis race on July 26, 2026, defeating Christopher Bell and Joey Logano, and will transition to a full‑time role with 23XI Racing in 2027.
Jimmie Johnson will drive his final NASCAR Cup Series race in the 2027 Daytona 500, using his iconic No. 48 car number, as announced by Hendrick Motorsports founder Rick Hendrick.
The 2026 Brickyard 400 will take place on July 26 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, with Carson Hocevar and Daniel Suarez starting on the front row, and the race set to be broadcast on TNT and truTV at 2:20 p.m. ET.
Seven‑time NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson will reunite with the legendary No. 48 Toyota in the 2027 Daytona 500, marking the end of his Cup Series career while Alex Bowman concludes his final full‑time season.
The 2026 Brickyard 400 kicks off Sunday, July 26 at 2 p.m. ET. Carson Hocevar and Daniel Suarez start on the front row, tickets start at $45, and the event will be streamed on HBO Max, Sling and Max.
NASCAR will host a points‑paying Cup race at North Wilkesboro for the first time in three decades, featuring a high‑stakes semi‑final format, softer bumpers and a $1 million prize on the line.
After capturing a regional title in Dothan, the East Georgia Blitz 12U squad will compete in the NFL Flag Football National Championship in Westfield, Indiana, an event streamed by ESPN and backed by the NFL and Toyota.
Carson Hocevar secured pole position with a lap of 48.232 seconds, followed by Daniel Suarez and Tyler Reddick. All three Spire Motorsports Chevrolets will start inside the top ten as the Brickyard 400 returns to Indianapolis on July 26, broadcast on TNT and streaming on HBO MAX.
The Cup Series makes its first points‑paying appearance at North Wilkesboro since 1996, with track position, tire wear and manufacturer performance set to shape the outcome.
Qualifying for the Brickyard 400 will take place on July 25 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, featuring Toyota’s dominant practice showing and the defending race winner Bubba Wallace.
The Cup Series heads back to the 0.625‑mile North Wilkesboro Speedway after a 30‑year hiatus, featuring a showdown between Denny Hamlin, Ryan Blaney, Christopher Bell and other short‑track specialists, broadcast on TNT, PRN and HBO Max.
Carson Hocevar claimed the pole position with a 48.232‑second lap, edging out teammate Daniel Suarez by half a tenth. All three Spire Motorsports Chevrolets will start inside the top ten, setting the stage for a competitive Brickyard 400 broadcast on TNT and streamed via HBO MAX.
Despite five second‑place finishes and a lingering wrist injury, Christopher Bell remains confident that his team can finally capture a win at North Wilkesboro Speedway.
The O'Reilly Auto Parts‑sponsored event on July 25 will feature a pole‑position battle, a tight Chase cutline and national broadcast coverage on the CW, with streaming on FUBO, NASCAR.com and SiriusXM.
Tyler Reddick, pilot of the 23XI Racing entry, struggled to find speed during a single‑lap practice at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, finishing eighth on the speed chart. The session exposed balance issues that the team is now working to resolve before the Brickyard 400, even as Reddick rides a three‑race winning streak and a sizable points lead.
NASCAR will run its Cup Series cars at 465 horsepower at Daytona, cutting rear spoilers and adjusting aerodynamic rules to foster more dynamic racing and reshape playoff strategy.
Steve O’Donnell, who took the helm of NASCAR in April 2026, is blending three decades of internal experience with a bold vision that includes committee‑driven reform, mentorship of Ben Kennedy, and an aggressive push into new markets.
NASCAR will replace two 25‑minute practice sessions with a single 50‑minute slot at next month’s race weekend in New Hampshire, giving smaller teams extra track time to develop setups and narrow the performance gap with larger programs.
An afternoon thunderstorm halted Cup Series qualifying at North Wilkesboro Speedway, prompting NASCAR to employ a new metric that blends owner standings with the latest race results to set the starting lineup.
The third consecutive running of the Brickyard 400 brings a million‑dollar prize and high‑stakes drama to Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
The iconic half‑mile venue in North Carolina is set to host a Cup Series race again, featuring a mix of veteran and emerging drivers on a layout that blends downhill and uphill sections.
The NASCAR Cup Series will determine its starting lineup for the Brickyard 400 on July 25 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, featuring Toyota's strong performance and Bubba Wallace's defense of his title.
A look at the track's storied past, its recent comeback, and the top fantasy selections for the upcoming NASCAR 450 race at North Wilkesboro.