NASCAR mourns the loss of veteran team owner Steve Mendoza
The death of Steve Mendoza has prompted tributes from across NASCAR, celebrating his enduring impact on the sport and the personal connections that shaped his legacy.
May 11, 2026
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NASCAR Cup Series Returns to Watkins Glen in 2026
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series race at Watkins Glen International is set for Sunday, May 10, with Shane van Gisbergen on pole and Tyler Reddick leading the points standings.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Dominates Watkins Glen, Eyes NASCAR Chase
Shane van Gisbergen secured his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series win at Watkins Glen, rallying from a 23‑spot deficit and tying Chase Elliott for the most road‑and‑street victories among active drivers.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Secures Second Consecutive NASCAR Cup Victory at Watkins Glen
Shane van Gisbergen celebrated his 37th birthday by winning his second straight NASCAR Cup Series race at Watkins Glen International, a performance that ties him with Chase Elliott for the most road‑course wins among active drivers and fuels his pursuit of oval mastery.
May 11, 2026
Cody Ware’s Late‑Race Crash at Watkins Glen Sparks NASCAR Caution Debate
A late‑race wreck involving Cody Ware at Watkins Glen divided viewers, as NASCAR chose not to throw a caution flag, allowing Shane van Gisbergen to claim victory.
May 11, 2026
FOX’s NASCAR Broadcast Missteps Spark Fan Outrage Over Missed Crash Coverage
A high‑speed crash involving Cody Ware was overlooked during FOX's live broadcast of the Watkins Glen NASCAR race, igniting social media backlash and calls for the network's contract to be reconsidered.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen’s Road Course Mastery Fuels Chase Aspirations
After dominating Watkins Glen for the second straight year, Shane van Gisbergen is targeting a Chase berth by sharpening his oval performance, while Trackhouse Racing eyes continued progress.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen’s Road‑Course Dominance Secures NASCAR Chase Spot
Shane van Gisbergen’s second consecutive Watkins Glen triumph not only cements his Chase position but also highlights his ambition to conquer oval tracks, while his team eyes broader international talent through Project 91.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen’s Road Course Mastery Fuels NASCAR Ambitions
Shane van Gisbergen's recent back‑to‑back win at Watkins Glen propels him toward a broader NASCAR campaign, with an eye on oval competition and a decade‑long career outlook.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Dominates Watkins Glen NASCAR Cup Race
Van Gisbergen led 74 of 100 laps, overcame a late pit stop, and won by more than seven seconds. Trackhouse Racing’s Connor Zilisch finished 20th after a tire issue, and Chase Elliott pushed for his uncle Ernie Elliott’s NASCAR Hall of Fame consideration. The spring event at Watkins Glen may be the only one of its kind, with the All‑Star Race set for Dover on May 17.
May 11, 2026
Hyak Motorsports’ Possible Closure Sparks Driver Shuffle in NASCAR
Speculation that Hyak Motorsports may cease operations after the current season is driving a cascade of driver moves, charter transactions, and strategic bids that could redefine the sport’s competitive landscape.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Secures Pole at Watkins Glen NASCAR Event
Shane van Gisbergen claimed pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Watkins Glen, with Michael McDowell alongside him. The top five qualifiers include Austin Cindric, Ross Chastain, and Connor Zilisch, while the venue's rich racing heritage and Tony Stewart's record add context.
May 11, 2026
Kyle Larson Eyes Championship Contention After Year Without a Win
Kyle Larson is marking a full year since his last NASCAR Cup Series victory, a milestone that now finds him eighth in the championship standings and under pressure to break the winless streak that has stretched to 36 races.
May 11, 2026
Fans Slam FOX Sports Over Missed NASCAR Moments in Recent Cup Series Race
NASCAR enthusiasts took to Twitter and other platforms to criticize FOX Sports for overlooking key on‑track incidents during Sunday’s Cup Series race, including spins involving Bubba Wallace, Cody Ware and Josh Berry, sparking concerns about declining viewership.
May 11, 2026
Larson’s Final Victory and Caruth’s Watkins Glen Debut
Kyle Larson concluded his season with JR Motorsports, securing his second win in four races, while Rajah Caruth steps into the No. 88 Chevrolet for the upcoming Watkins Glen event, aiming to climb the point standings.
May 11, 2026
Carson Hocevar’s Unconventional Rise Challenges NASCAR’s Traditional Landscape
From a Talladega triumph to a potential championship bid, Carson Hocevar is redefining what it means to be a NASCAR star.
May 11, 2026
Denny Hamlin Calls for More Oval Racing as NASCAR Revives Watkins Glen
Denny Hamlin, set to retire after the 2027 season, says oval tracks deliver better action in the new car and wants to chase his first NASCAR championship.
May 11, 2026
Dystany Spurlock Makes History as First African American Woman in NASCAR National Series
Dystany Spurlock, a Virginia-born racer, shattered barriers in her ARCA debut, finishing tenth while reflecting on a lifelong passion for speed.
May 11, 2026
Elliott Family’s Hall of Fame Push Gains Momentum
At a media event in Watkins Glen, Chase Elliott voiced strong support for his uncle Ernie Elliott’s nomination to the 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame, highlighting the family’s racing legacy and urging fans to vote before the May 19 deadline.
May 11, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Watkins Glen in 2026 with Title Battle Brewing
NASCAR’s 2026 schedule brings the series back to Watkins Glen, where defending champion Shane van Gisbergen and rising star Connor Zilisch headline a competitive field, as analysts weigh in on the upcoming showdown.
May 11, 2026
NASCAR’s Triple‑Header at Watkins Glen Brings Action Across Multiple Series
This weekend’s lineup at the historic New York track features ARCA alongside NASCAR’s top divisions, with broadcast details across FS1, FS2 and the CW app.
May 11, 2026
Van Gisbergen’s Watkins Glen Mastery Extends Road‑Course Streak
Shane Van Gisbergen led 74 laps at Watkins Glen, securing his sixth road‑course win in twelve starts and leaving championship contenders scrambling.
May 11, 2026
Tony Danza’s Go‑Kart Stunt with NASCAR Legend Rusty Wallace
In a 2005 episode, talk‑show host Tony Danza raced NASCAR legend Rusty Wallace in go‑karts, a clip that has been preserved online for over two decades.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen leads Watkins Glen Cup field as Trackhouse Racing dominates
Shane van Gisbergen takes pole for the Cup Series race at Watkins Glen, with Trackhouse Racing drivers filling the front of the grid and the event set to air on FS1 with streaming on HBO MAX and NASCAR.com.
May 11, 2026