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Kyle Larson, piloting for Hendrick Motorsports, heads into the weekend at Chicagoland Speedway with a strong record on the 1.5‑mile track and a personal mission to finally break his winless streak.
Kyle Larson is optimistic about his performance at Chicagoland Speedway, where NASCAR will host its first Cup Series race since 2019.
NASCAR prepares for the 20th race weekend of the 2026 season at Chicagoland Speedway, featuring the O'Reilly Series for the first time since 2019. The event carries a $1,661,806 purse, with Justin Allgaier aiming for his sixth victory while Jesse Love and Corey Day seek to challenge him.
NASCAR’s O'Reilly Series is scheduled to race at Chicagoland Speedway in July 2026, marking the series’ 20th event of the year and its first appearance at the Illinois track since 2019.
The 2026 NASCAR season will mark its twentieth race weekend at Chicagoland Speedway, featuring a $11.2 million purse and a field of drivers eager to claim the checkered flag.
NASCAR’s comeback to Joliet draws sold‑out crowds, enthusiastic travelers and praise from officials, marking a hopeful future for the sport in the region
Shane van Gisbergen, celebrated for his road‑course dominance, now confronts a new challenge on the tri‑oval at Chicagoland Speedway. With Brad Keselowski and Ford aiming for their first victory of the season, the eero 400 promises pivotal playoff implications.
The second round of the NASCAR Cup Series In‑Season Tournament lands at Chicagoland Speedway, featuring sixteen drivers, key rivalries and strategic battles.
A sudden rainstorm cancels practice at Chicagoland Speedway, reshaping the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series starting order and giving emerging drivers a chance to shine.
Ahead of the eero 400, practice at Chicagoland Speedway revealed a dominant Toyota performance, with Riley Herbst topping the times and a cluster of championship contenders jostling for pole position.
Young’s Motorsports will field two Chevrolet Camaros at Chicagoland Speedway, with Ryan Ellis aiming to build on a strong season and Garrett Smithley making his debut, as the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series returns to the track after a seven‑year absence.
Riley Herbst set the fastest lap at Chicagoland Speedway with a speed of 178.065 mph, while teammate Bubba Wallace finished second. Toyota-powered entries swept six of the top eight positions, and several notable drivers turned strong times before Saturday's qualifying.
Marking its 80th anniversary, Richmond Raceway will host a NASCAR weekend on August 14‑15, featuring the Truck Series and the Cook Out 400, while offering free parking, fan‑centric activities and a tribute to the sport’s heritage.
After decades in the fast lane, David Green traveled back to his hometown of Peoria to reminisce about the heyday of Cat Racing and its lasting imprint on Nascar.
Riley Herbst topped the final Cup Series practice at Chicagoland Speedway with a 178.065 mph lap, while Toyota’s six entries filled the top ten and Tyler Reddick led in long‑run speed.
Larson’s strong track record, recent form and a $1 million prize up for grabs set the stage for a compelling duel with William Byron at Chicago’s iconic speedway.
Kyle Larson’s recent test at Chicagoland Speedway has him confident ahead of a high‑stakes race against William Byron, where a $1 million prize and a historic track revival add extra intrigue.
Brad Keselowski and Denny Hamlin disagree on why Toyota has surged to eleven wins this season, but both agree that collaboration defines the modern NASCAR landscape.
A quick look at the standout performances from NASCAR practice at Chicagoland, featuring Tyler Reddick, Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin, William Byron and Corey Heim.
Kyle Larson, a veteran of the NASCAR Cup Series, is poised to compete at Chicagoland Speedway, where his past performances and recent form place him as a strong contender for the $1 million prize.
Riley Herbst led the NASCAR Cup Series practice at Chicagoland Speedway with a lap of 30.326 seconds, while teammate Bubba Wallace finished just 0.023 seconds back.
A severe storm in Joliet, Illinois, has disrupted NASCAR's return to Chicagoland Speedway, moving practice to Saturday and scrapping qualifying. The starting lineup will be set by the NASCAR rulebook, while ARCA and O'Reilly Auto Parts Series events face similar weather risks.
Veteran drivers examine the shift from on‑track battles to boardroom strategies, highlighting Toyota's dominance and the new collaborative model in NASCAR.
After nearly two decades of chasing a Cup Series title, Denny Hamlin believes the revamped Chase format gives him the best chance yet, especially as he leads the regular‑season standings and enjoys strong support from his Joe Gibbs Racing program.