Alex Bowman Sets Retirement Date, Opening a Key Seat at Hendrick Motorsports
Alex Bowman commits to a final season before stepping away, sparking a reshuffle at Hendrick Motorsports and raising questions about future driver line‑ups.
Jul 23, 2026
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Alex Bowman to End Full‑Time NASCAR Career After 2027 Season
Alex Bowman announced his retirement from full‑time competition at the end of the 2027 season, wrapping up a decade with Hendrick Motorsports that includes eight Cup victories and seven playoff appearances.
Jul 23, 2026
Alex Bowman Announces Retirement After 2027 NASCAR Season
After a career punctuated by resilience and achievement, Alex Bowman will step away from full‑time NASCAR competition at the end of the 2027 season, concluding a decade with Hendrick Motorsports.
Jul 23, 2026
Alex Bowman Announces Retirement from Full‑Time NASCAR Competition After 2027 Season
Alex Bowman will step away from full‑time NASCAR racing after the 2027 season, concluding a ten‑year stint with Hendrick Motorsports that includes eight Cup Series victories and numerous playoff appearances.
Jul 23, 2026
Alex Bowman Announces Retirement from Full‑Time NASCAR Competition After 2027 Season
Alex Bowman will end his full‑time NASCAR career at the conclusion of the 2027 season, closing a decade-long partnership with Hendrick Motorsports that produced eight wins, seven playoff appearances and a legacy of resilience amid health setbacks.
Jul 23, 2026
NASCAR’s Brickyard 400 Returns to Indianapolis
NASCAR returns to Indianapolis for the Brickyard 400, featuring defending champion Bubba Wallace, Joey Logano’s first win of the season, Denny Hamlin’s Grand Slam pursuit, and a $1 million In‑Season Challenge, with full schedule, broadcast details and a 39‑car entry list.
Jul 23, 2026
Alex Bowman Announces Retirement from Full‑Time NASCAR Competition After 2027 Season
Alex Bowman will step away from full‑time NASCAR competition after the 2027 season, closing a chapter that includes eight Cup Series victories, a battle with multiple injuries, and a heartfelt tribute to his team and fans.
Jul 23, 2026
Trackhouse Racing Eyes Brickyard 400 Success with Chastain, Zilisch, van Gisbergen
Trackhouse Racing's lineup of Ross Chastain, Connor Zilisch, and Shane van Gisbergen heads into the Brickyard 400 with hopes of rebound, historic milestones, and new partnerships.
Jul 23, 2026
Alex Bowman Commits to Final Full‑Time NASCAR Season with Hendrick Motorsports
Alex Bowman has announced that the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series season will be his final full‑time year, signing a one‑year contract extension with Hendrick Motorsports to finish his career in the No. 48 Chevrolet.
Jul 23, 2026
Todd Gilliland Embraces “The Toddfather” Nickname Ahead of In‑Season Challenge Finale
Todd Gilliland, known for his No. 34 car, has become "The Toddfather" among fans despite not knowing how the nickname began. As he readies for the In‑Season Challenge final against Ryan Blaney, the prize of $1 million and a contract extension with Front Row Motorsports loom large.
Jul 23, 2026
NASCAR Extends Practice Sessions at New Hampshire, Giving Young Drivers a Crucial Edge
NASCAR’s new practice schedule adds valuable laps for emerging drivers and smaller teams ahead of the next race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.
Jul 23, 2026
Alex Bowman to Drive No. 48 in 2027 Before Full‑Time Retirement
Alex Bowman will take the wheel of the No. 48 Chevrolet next season, concluding a racing journey marked by resilience and gratitude.
Jul 23, 2026
Alex Bowman Extends with Hendrick Motorsports, Sets Sight on 2027 Retirement
After a season marked by health challenges, Alex Bowman has renewed his deal with Hendrick Motorsports and announced he will retire from NASCAR’s Cup Series after the 2027 season.
Jul 23, 2026
NASCAR Extends Practice Sessions to 50 Minutes at New Hampshire to Support Mid‑Size Teams
Starting with the August 23 event at New Hampshire, NASCAR will replace multiple practice periods with a single 50‑minute session, giving all teams — especially smaller outfits — more track time and an extra set of tyres, while impound rules remain unchanged.
Jul 23, 2026
USA Sports Redefines NASCAR Broadcast Landscape for 2026 Season
NASCAR’s partnership with USA Sports brings a fresh broadcast presentation, unified branding across NBC and new coverage of the final 14 Cup Series races, plus a documentary debut on Aug. 9
Jul 23, 2026
Alex Bowman Extends Deal with Hendrick Motorsports, Sets Retirement for 2027
Alex Bowman has agreed to a one‑year contract extension with Hendrick Motorsports, securing his place on the roster through the 2027 season and announcing his retirement from full‑time NASCAR competition afterward.
Jul 23, 2026
NASCAR’s Brickyyard 400 at Indianapolis: Logano, Wallace, Hamlin Vie for Historic Milestone
The NASCAR Cup Series returns to Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Brickyard 400, featuring a 160‑lap race broadcast on TNT and HBO Max, with Denny Hamlin chasing a Grand Slam, Joey Logano fresh from a win, and Bubba Wallace defending his title.
Jul 23, 2026
Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Explores Maine’s Lobster Rolls and Racing Challenges
NASCAR driver Ricky Stenhouse Jr. made a pit stop in Maine, sampling local cuisine and discussing the upcoming race at New Hampshire’s Magic Mile.
Jul 23, 2026
Denny Hamlin Calls for NASCAR’s Return to North Wilkesboro in 2027
Denny Hamlin, the current Cup Series points leader, wants NASCAR to bring back North Wilkesboro Speedway in 2027, citing its unique racing characteristics and the excitement it brings to drivers and fans alike.
Jul 23, 2026
Alex Bowman Announces Retirement from Full‑Time NASCAR Competition After 2027 Season
Alex Bowman confirmed he will end his full‑time NASCAR career after the 2027 season, aiming to retire on a high note while balancing health concerns and upcoming fatherhood.
Jul 23, 2026
Hendrick Motorsports Secures Future with Young Star Connor Zilisch Amid Driver Shuffle
Hendrick Motorsports is set to replace Alex Bowman with 20‑year‑old Connor Zilisch after the 2027 season, marking a rare driver change for the stable organization.
Jul 23, 2026
Alex Bowman Extends Deal, Sets Sights on 2027 Exit
After a decade with Hendrick Motorsports, Alex Bowman signs a one‑year extension and announces his retirement from full‑time Cup competition after the 2027 season, citing a desire to finish on a winning note.
Jul 23, 2026
Casey Mears Returns to Indianapolis for Brickyard 400, Eyes 500th Cup Start
Casey Mears is set to race the No. 62 Gracie Foundation Chevrolet for Beard Motorsports at the Brickyard 400, a event steeped in his family's racing heritage. With a targeted 500th career Cup start at Homestead, Mears blends tradition with a modern, simulation‑driven approach, hoping for a top‑20 finish that would honor his lineage.
Jul 23, 2026
Logano Finds Freedom in NASCAR’s Sparse Practice Sessions
Joey Logano, a three‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion, says shorter practice windows create more unpredictable, entertaining races, a stance he maintains despite recent series efforts to extend them.
Jul 23, 2026