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Twenty‑year‑old Corey Day finished sixth in his Darlington debut, recorded a string of top‑10 finishes, and rebounded from a mid‑race incident to maintain a top‑five position, while his team backs his pursuit of a 2027 championship.
The 2028 follow‑up to the 1990 classic will blend Hollywood glamour with the roar of stock cars, sparking excitement among drivers and fans alike.
Ryan Preece secured the NASCAR championship by overcoming a 31‑point deficit from 17th place, while Jeremy Clements became the series' all‑time leader in starts.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Chase begins Sunday at Darlington Raceway, where Denny Hamlin, Chase Briscoe, Ryan Blaney and other top drivers battle for the championship amid a historic track known for big storylines.
Chase Briscoe’s pursuit of a third consecutive Southern 500 win puts him in elite company and fuels his championship aspirations as the playoff field prepares for a tightly contested race.
Alpha Prime Racing will switch from Chevrolet to Ford for the 2027 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, beginning at Daytona on February 20, 2027, a move designed to enhance equipment, development and access to Ford’s ecosystem.
Riley Herbst withdrew from the Daytona race after a concussion, citing safety concerns, and announced his intention to join Legacy Motor Club in 2027.
At Daytona International Speedway, Tom Cruise paid tribute to the late Kyle Busch by sitting beside his empty chair, while also revealing a 2028 sequel that will see Anne Hathaway step into a new role as a team owner and engineer.
A look at how Carson Hocevar’s unfiltered personality and merchandise success are forcing NASCAR to rethink the kind of drivers who capture fans’ hearts beyond the track.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs were decided in dramatic fashion at Daytona International Speedway, where a tangled finish forced officials to reset the points standings and reshuffle the championship field. Denny Hamlin emerged as the top seed, carrying a 2100‑point tally that positions him ahead of all rivals as the series heads into the final stretch. In a surprise turn, Ryan Preece captured his maiden NASCAR Cup win, a result that not only adds a new name to the winner’s list but also secures his spot as the final driver to qualify for the 2026 Chase. The victory came after a review of the race’s chaotic conclusion, which saw several drivers battling for position in the closing laps. Officials adjusted the finishing order, promoting Kyle Larson ahead of Chase Elliott in the revised standings. Following the reset, the 16‑driver Chase field now reflects a blend of veteran talent and emerging drivers. Points were recalibrated to reflect the new finishing order, with Larson’s move to second place pushing Elliott down a spot. Joe Gibbs Racing and Hendrick Motorsports each placed multiple drivers inside the top ten, underscoring the strength of their programs. Ty Gibbs and Chase Briscoe represent Joe Gibbs Racing, while Christopher Bell and William Byron feature prominently for Hendrick. Spire Motorsports and RFK Racing also fielded two entries each, ensuring a diverse lineup that includes drivers from a range of organizations such as 23XI Racing and Team Penske. The updated grid sets the stage for a tightly contested championship race, with Hamlin’s lead, Preece’s breakthrough win, and the reshuffled point order promising fierce competition in the weeks ahead.
Gray Gaulding failed to qualify for the season‑ending NASCAR Cup Series race at Daytona, ending a 118‑race absence after a suspension triggered by a 2024 domestic‑violence arrest.
Ross Chastain claimed pole position at Daytona International Speedway with a blistering lap of 48.809 seconds, edging out Chris Buescher by a narrow margin. The qualifying session highlighted strong performances from Austin Hill, Ryan Preece and several open‑car drivers, while Gray Gaulding missed the grid due to mechanical trouble.
Four‑time champion Jeff Gordon says NASCAR must blend innovation with its storied past, preserving heritage tracks while expanding into new markets to win over younger fans.
Natalie Decker returns to the Truck Series after a public meltdown at Dover, now backed by Hulu’s Chad Powers sponsorship and a renewed drive with Young’s Motorsports as she prepares for Daytona.
Trackhouse Racing is overhauling its No. 97 pit crew for the season‑ending race at Daytona, tapping nearly the entire crew from A.J. Allmendinger’s No. 16 team. The move comes as Shane van Gisbergen clings to a 31‑point lead over Ryan Preece in the driver standings, while RFK Racing’s No. 60 Ford sits just six points behind in the owner race.
Sammy Smith confirmed he will not return to JR Motorsports for the 2026 season after a top‑four points finish. The team is weighing options including Sam Mayer, while Justin Allgaier has locked in a 2027 extension.
Ryan Blaney’s latest win at New Hampshire propels him to the pinnacle of the latest Power Rankings, while Denny Hamlin clinches the regular‑season title. The article previews the final stretch before The Chase, highlighting key contenders and emerging storylines.
With only two drivers left in the battle for the final playoff spot, Brad Keselowski’s championship hopes hinge on a victory at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, while Ryan Preece clings to a slim points margin.
Ryan Blaney overcame a pit‑crew error to win his second consecutive Cup Series race at New Hampshire, while Josh Berry’s third‑place finish extended Wood Brothers Racing’s streak and set the stage for the season‑ending showdown at Daytona.
The penultimate race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway will determine playoff seeding as the Chase approaches, with top teams and drivers vying for championship momentum.
Full Circle Lithium Corp. announced a multi‑race NASCAR partnership with Joey Gase Motorsports for 2026, featuring its fire‑safety product FCL‑XTM as the primary sponsor at Daytona and Talladega, with an ACE Hardware activation to educate fans about lithium‑ion battery safety.
Joey Logano’s win at Richmond propelled him from 20th to ninth in the Cup Series standings, while Austin Cindric’s third‑place run marked a breakthrough after a prolonged slump. The performance underscores Team Penske’s strength on short tracks and sets the stage for a tighter playoff battle.
An analysis of how the new points‑only Chase format is altering playoff contention, the performance of leading drivers, and the implications of recent driver contracts.
After Chase Elliott’s record‑breaking performance at Indianapolis, JR Motorsports has tapped Rajah Caruth to drive the iconic No. 88 Chevrolet for the remainder of the 2026 O'Reilly Series, a move that secures a playoff spot and continues the team’s tradition of on‑track dominance.