
Ryan Blaney’s Resilient Run in NASCAR’s Playoff Push
Ryan Blaney’s steady climb in the NASCAR standings reflects both his resilience and the challenges his team faces.
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Ryan Blaney’s steady climb in the NASCAR standings reflects both his resilience and the challenges his team faces.

NASCAR is set to return to Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, Illinois, for the eero 400, marking the first race at the track since 2019. The weekend features practice, qualifying and the July 5 main race, while the series’ points battle is led by Denny Hamlin and recent upsets add intrigue.

Shane van Gisbergen captured his second victory of the season at Sonoma, boosting Trackhouse Racing’s position, while safety adjustments to short‑track bumpers and cross‑series events spark further conversation.

The Toyota/Save Mart 350 returns to Sonoma Raceway on June 28, kicking off TNT Sports’ Cup Series broadcast window and the $1 million In‑Season Challenge, with Ty Gibbs on pole and a field of 23 drivers set to battle.

The Toyota/Save Mart 350 marks the start of TNT Sports' Cup Series coverage, featuring a $1 million bracket competition and a tribute to Kyle Busch.

Connor Zilisch and Shane van Gisbergen will meet again at Sonoma Raceway, each bringing recent wins and championship ambitions to the track.

Connor Zilisch will defend his 2023 victory over Shane van Gisbergen at Sonoma Raceway, where both drivers, members of JR Motorsports, aim to extend their road‑course dominance.

NASCAR is set to delete foam from its Cup Series front and rear bumpers at North Wilkesboro, Richmond, Bristol and Martinsville next season, a move driven by driver feedback to heighten crash effects and curb the ‘bumper‑car’ feel. The change spotlights the track’s first points‑paying event since 1996.

Three‑time winner Denny Hamlin heads into the inaugural Anduril 250, while Shane van Gisbergen and Ty Gibbs emerge as top contenders on the San Diego street circuit.

NASCAR will host its inaugural event on an active U.S. military base in San Diego, where Ford Racing aims for its 750th Cup Series win amid a 3.5‑mile course featuring live railroad tracks. Drivers such as Ryan Blaney, Joey Logano and Layne Riggs are poised to shape the weekend.
NASCAR will debut a 3.4‑mile temporary street course on Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, featuring 19 turns, railroad crossings, and a scenic bayfront stretch. The event, part of a weekend that includes all three national series, highlights Kevin Magnussen's Cup debut, Jimmie Johnson's double duty, and a tight championship battle between Tyler Reddick and Denny Hamlin, while marking the final Prime Video broadcast before TNT takes over.

After a series of impressive results, William Sawalich is poised to tackle the technical challenges of Pocono Raceway while managing the pressure of the historic No. 18 car.
Fresh off podiums at Dover, Charlotte and Nashville, Sawalich looks to capitalize on his momentum, the unique challenges of Pocono’s three‑corner layout and the chance to secure a playoff spot.

With five races left in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series regular season, Layne Riggs leads the standings but a cluster of drivers within 30 points is poised to reshuffle the playoff picture. The upcoming DQS Solutions & Staffing 250 at Michigan will test momentum, tire and fuel strategy, and lane selection, offering key odds for Corey Heim, Christopher Bell, Jake Garcia and others.

Kyle Busch’s career is marked by record‑breaking wins, a 2015 championship, and a relentless pursuit of milestones that keep fans watching.

A deep dive into the victories that shaped Kyle Busch's legacy, from his first hometown win to his record‑tying achievements and championship triumph.

The 300‑lap Cup Series race at Nashville blends historic oval grit with modern analytics, spotlighting Denny Hamlin’s pole position, emerging dominators and the metrics that shape fantasy success.

Corey Heim, the 23‑year‑old Georgia native and 2025 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series champion, has signed with 23XI Racing to compete full‑time next season. With a blend of youthful ambition and proven Cup Series experience, Heim is poised to learn and grow under the guidance of veteran team owner Denny Hamlin.

Alex Bowman will miss the upcoming O'Reilly Auto Parts NASCAR race at Nashville Superspeedway after being sidelined by vertigo, with Kyle Larson slated to take his place. Larson, fresh off two victories this season, enters as the favorite.

NASCAR’s Cody Ware discusses how two decades of guitar playing inform his technique on the track, the challenges of the Nashville Superspeedway, and the role of music in his preparation for the Cracker Barrel 400.

The team’s driver roster for the 2026 season features a mix of experience and fresh talent, highlighted by Timmy Hill’s upcoming comeback for the Coca‑Cola 600 on Amazon Prime Video.

Shane van Gisbergen’s recent third‑place finish at Watkins Glen has earned him a new opportunity in the No. 71 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet, while Ricky Stenhouse Jr. steps into the No. 4 truck for the upcoming race.

The upcoming Memorial Day weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway will feature Chevrolet’s pursuit of a fifth consecutive O’Reilly Auto Parts Series win, while drivers like Ross Chastain and Connor Zilisch prepare for a grueling triple‑duty schedule and Katherine Legge eyes the iconic ‘Double’.

Kyle Busch avoided sanctions after a last‑lap brush with John Hunter Nemechek at Texas, while Ryan Preece was heavily penalized for a separate incident, reigniting questions about consistency and the role of vehicle damage in NASCAR rulings.