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Despite a four‑hour weather delay, Brandon Jones claimed victory after an overtime restart that saw Chase Elliott lose the lead, with Jesse Love, Brent Crews and Austin Hill rounding out the top five.
Denny Hamlin secured the pole with a 30.296‑second lap while Kyle Larson’s penalties add intrigue to the upcoming event.
After a seven‑year absence, the Cup Series returns to Chicagoland Speedway this weekend, bringing the Next Gen cars to a venue known for its bumpy surface and unique challenges.
Ty Dillon's 300th NASCAR Cup Series start at Chicagoland Speedway reflects a career built on generational talent, early championships, and steady progress through recent challenges.
NASCAR’s comeback to the Illinois track brings a mix of veteran insight, rookie milestones and pop‑culture flair, while the future of a downtown street course remains uncertain.
NASCAR returns to Illinois this weekend with Larson, Hamlin and a host of top competitors battling for position.
Denny Hamlin claimed pole position at Chicagoland Speedway with a time of 30.296 seconds, beating Kyle Larson by a thousandth of a second. The achievement marks his fourth pole this season and ties a historic record, while his teammates and rivals prepare for an intense upcoming race.
Denny Hamlin secured the pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series return to Chicagoland Speedway after a seven‑year absence, setting the stage for an intense showdown broadcast live on TNT.
Kyle Larson, a four‑time Cup Series winner at Chicagoland Speedway, is poised to break a 42‑race winless drought this weekend, having dominated recent practice sessions and a memorable battle with the late Kyle Busch.
Denny Hamlin claimed the pole position with a lap of 30.296 seconds at 178.241 mph, tying him for ninth place in career poles with Ryan Newman. Kyle Larson finished second, while Chris Buescher, Brad Keselowski and Ty Gibbs rounded out the top five.
Denny Hamlin secured the pole position at Chicagoland Speedway with a lap of 30.296 seconds, edging Kyle Larson. The performance marks Hamlin's third straight oval pole and ties him with Ryan Newman for ninth on the NASCAR list.
Denny Hamlin secured the pole position for the eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway, beating Kyle Larson by just 0.001 seconds in a qualifying session that set the stage for a competitive race.
Denny Hamlin edged Kyle Larson by a split-second to secure pole position for the inaugural NextGen race at Chicagoland Speedway, setting the stage for a competitive showdown.
Christopher Bell and Christopher Buescher will meet in the second round of the NASCAR Cup Series In-Season Challenge after winning their first-round matchups, with Bell racing without a cast following a recent wrist injury.
Ahead of the Cuervo 300, NASCAR’s O'Reilly Auto Parts Series DFS analysis highlights track conditions, race stages and the points landscape that could shape the outcome.
Denny Hamlin secured the pole with a 30.296‑second lap, averaging 178.241 mph, while Kyle Larson and Chris Buescher followed in the top three.
A look at the upcoming July 5 clash, recent form, and the road ahead for New York’s developmental side.
Top recruit Lincoln Williams pledged to the University of Illinois in June 2026, highlighting coach Brad Underwood’s praise of his athleticism and the program’s developmental focus.
After 99 Cup Series appearances, Zane Smith is poised to make his 100th start at Chicagoland Speedway, aiming to finally break through for his first victory.
Kyle Larson, a Hendrick Motorsports driver, is confident about his performance at Chicagoland Speedway, where he hopes to end a 42‑race winless drought and contend for a $1 million prize in the second round of NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge.
Riley Herbst led practice at Chicagoland Speedway, with his 23XI Racing teammates close behind. Bubba Wallace, Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin and Ty Gibbs rounded out the top five, while Corey Heim and several other drivers added depth to the field.
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.
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.