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During the July 5 NASCAR Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway, Tyler Reddick’s car suffered a radiator issue that forced a lengthy garage repair, leaving him 29 laps behind. The incident adds to a series of setbacks for the driver, as Denny Hamlin capitalizes to take the points lead.
During the NASCAR Cup race at Chicagoland Speedway, Shane van Gisbergen and Austin Hill collided on Lap 47, prompting Hill to hit Van Gisbergen's car and igniting a long‑standing rivalry that has spanned multiple tracks.
Tyler Reddick’s race at Chicagoland Speedway ended in a radiator failure that leaked oil onto the track, allowing Denny Hamlin to overtake him in the standings.
During the eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway, defending NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson spun out in heavy rain, became stuck in the grass, and was forced to restart two laps behind while battling a 42‑race winless streak.
During a rain‑hit NASCAR Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway, defending champion Kyle Larson spun into the grass, became stuck in mud, and was forced to lose two laps, dramatically altering his race prospects.
The series returns to the 1.5‑mile oval in Joliet, Illinois, replacing the street‑course format, with Hamlin leading a stacked field.
Denny Hamlin has erased a 129‑point deficit to lead the NASCAR Cup Series by a single point, fueled by a three‑race winning streak and a pole position at Chicagoland Speedway.
The first HSR NASCAR Classic at Le Mans concluded with Andrew Jordan taking victories in Races #2 and #3, while JC France won the opening race. Mechanical failures impacted several drivers, and a diverse set of class winners highlighted the event's unique blend of stock‑car tradition and endurance racing.
Andrew Jordan's quest for a perfect weekend at the HSR NASCAR Classic at Le Mans fell short in the opening race, but his comeback victories in the final two events stole the spotlight.
Three races at the Circuit de la Sarthe concluded with a blend of heritage and modern competition, highlighted by Jordan's double win and France's historic triumph.
Denny Hamlin secured the pole position for the eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway, edging Kyle Larson by 0.001 seconds. The race will feature 267 laps, three stages, and a competitive starting lineup.
Brandon Jones wins the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Chicagoland Speedway in an overtime showdown, edging Chase Elliott by 0.171 seconds.
The NASCAR Chicagoland 400 is set to kick off at 6 p.m. ET on TNT, with betting models pointing to Toyota’s strength and a tight battle between Chase Briscoe and William Byron.
Austin Hill, a regular in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, has taken over Kyle Busch's Cup Series seat, bringing 16 wins and a fifth‑place championship standing to the historic No. 33 ride.
NASCAR is set to return to Chicagoland Speedway after a three‑year hiatus, with CEO Steve O'Donnell highlighting Chicago's importance and the potential for a 2027 street race that could be part of the Amazon Prime contract.
Mike McClure’s predictive model flags Denny Hamlin as overvalued and points to Ty Gibbs and other longshots as better bets for the upcoming Chicagoland Speedway showdown.
NASCAR driver Joey Logano discusses the series’ strategy of diversifying race locations, citing the revival of Chicagoland Speedway and the Chicago Street Race as models for reaching new audiences while keeping core fans engaged.
Denny Hamlin edged Kyle Larson by a split‑second to claim pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series eero 400, marking the first Cup race at Chicagoland Speedway in seven years.
The Cup Series makes its first appearance at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet since 2019, with Hamlin leading the championship and several contenders eyeing a decisive weekend.
The NASCAR Cup Series makes its long‑awaited return to Chicagoland Speedway this Sunday, July 5, with the eero 400 broadcast live on TNT and streaming platforms. The event highlights fresh storylines, a Space Jam‑themed car, and the debut of a 100‑race driver.
Predictions point to Larson for Stage 1, Keselowski for Stage 2, Reddick for the overall win, while Hamlin’s pole position may be undone by a pit road error and McDowell could see a DNF.
Austin Hill is piloting Kyle Busch’s former Cup car for the remainder of 2026, delivering consistent results and earning praise from teammate Austin Dillon. With 16 wins in the O'Reilly Series and eight Truck Series victories, Hill is viewed as the favorite to take the No. 33 full‑time next year, while his teammate remains cautious about confirming the move.
NASCAR is set to return to Chicagoland Speedway after six years, while the Chicago street race posted a $55 million loss but attracted a surge of first‑time fans. Drivers voice mixed opinions as the series ponders a schedule that may blend tradition with innovation.
Denny Hamlin captured pole position for the upcoming eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway, setting the stage for a 267‑lap, 400.5‑mile contest broadcast on TNT and truTV.