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NASCAR will host a points‑paying Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro Speedway this weekend, marking the first such event at the historic track since 1996, with supporting Truck Series action and detailed broadcast schedules.
NASCAR is set to trial a revised aerodynamic package at the Daytona race on August 29, reducing the rear spoiler and slightly cutting power to boost on‑track competition. The move, championed by championship leader Denny Hamlin, could shape the 2027 Daytona 500 and future events at Talladega.
With four races left in the regular season, Hamlin tops the points table, Hocevar breaks into the top five, and Cindric clings to a bubble spot as Preece closes the gap. Van Gisbergen and Logano gain crucial ground, setting the stage for a high‑stakes finale.
Kyle Larson crashed early in the Brickyard 400 due to a blown tire on lap 45, marking his lowest finish in the race and highlighting a troubling trend for Hendrick Motorsports.
Corey Heim claimed his maiden Brickyard 400 win in just his 15th Cup Series start, while Todd Gilliland secured the In‑Season Challenge and a $1 million prize, setting the stage for the series’ next race at Iowa Speedway on August 9.
In a move that has captured the attention of fans worldwide, Jimmie Johnson will pilot the legendary No. 48 car at the 2027 Daytona 500, marking the culmination of a career that blends seven championships with a new chapter as a part‑time competitor and co‑owner.
Multiple tire failures during the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis sparked a series of crashes that reshaped the race standings.
Corey Heim led 58 laps and held off Christopher Bell to claim his second NASCAR Cup Series victory at Indianapolis, highlighting the impact of part‑time drivers on the sport’s biggest stages.
Carson Kvapil's maiden NASCAR O’Reilly Series win at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 25, 2026, sparked emotional praise from Dale Earnhardt Jr., highlighted a historic top‑four sweep by JRM, and opened new career pathways for the driver.
Chase Briscoe, a Mitchell‑born driver, secured his highest career finish at the 2026 Brickyard 400, finishing fourth and edging closer to the victory he has long chased in front of his loved ones.
Corey Heim captured the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, becoming the youngest winner of the event since Jeff Gordon and the first part‑time driver to win multiple races in a single Cup season since 1987.
Corey Heim's unexpected triumph at Indianapolis Motor Speedway showcased strategic pit work and daring overtakes, outpacing seasoned competitors and rewriting record books.
Corey Heim secured his second Cup Series win of the season at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, while Todd Gilliland captured the In-Season Challenge prize despite finishing 24th.
Corey Heim's unexpected triumph at Indianapolis Motor Speedway not only secured his second Cup Series win in just 15 starts, but also marked a milestone for part‑time competitors, as the sport reflects on the implications for future line‑ups and team dynamics.
Corey Heim passed Denny Hamlin on the final restart and held off Christopher Bell and Joey Logano to score his first Brickyard 400 victory, marking a historic milestone for the young driver.
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.
Todd Gilliland won $1 million in the In‑Season Challenge despite finishing 24th, while Corey Heim claimed his first Cup Series win at Indianapolis.
Corey Heim captured his second 2026 Cup victory at Indianapolis, while Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott faced setbacks that reshaped the playoff picture.
After years of near‑misses, Carson Kvapil finally broke through with his first NASCAR O'Reilly Series win at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in July 2026, a result that propelled him to second in the championship.
The 2026 Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis reshaped the Cup Series standings, with Hamlin strengthening his lead, Hocevar breaking into the top five, and Preece inching toward the playoff cut line.
Corey Heim secured his second career victory at the Brickyard 400, outmaneuvering Denny Hamlin on the last restart while Christopher Bell followed in second. The race was marked by multiple crashes, a surprise In‑Season Challenge win for Todd Gilliland, and significant movements in the championship standings.
Ryan Blaney's 400th NASCAR Cup Series start at the Brickyyard 400 in Indianapolis ended in a 26th‑place finish after a mid‑race crash, but the milestone places him in the In‑Season Challenge final and draws him nearer to his father's start record.
Seven‑time NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson announced his return for the 2027 Daytona 500, marking his last competitive start in the Cup Series. He will pilot the iconic No. 48 Chevrolet, loaned by Hendrick Motorsports, and expressed gratitude to team owner Rick Hendrick, former teammate Alex Bowman, and sponsor Ally Racing. Fans have flooded social media with excitement, heralding what many call a storybook finale.
Corey Heim’s win at Indianapolis marks the first multiple‑win season for a part‑time Cup driver since 1987 and makes him the youngest Brickyard 400 champion since Jeff Gordon.