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The Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway kicks off the NASCAR Chase for the Cup Series on Sunday, September 6, with Denny Hamlin heading the points and Ryan Preece securing a playoff spot after a dramatic Daytona cutoff win.
RFK Racing has earned multiple entries into the NASCAR Cup Series postseason, spotlighting Chris Buescher and Ryan Preece as key contenders for the season's final stretch.
NASCAR reveals its 2027 calendar, highlighting the DAYTONA 500, the return of NASCAR San Diego at Naval Base Coronado, and a championship weekend at Homestead‑Miami, while broadcast partners and strategic breaks shape the season.
With a 25‑point advantage and a seventh‑place finish at New Hampshire, Hamlin’s No. 11 Toyota looks to capitalize on high‑speed track strengths while Penske struggles on longer ovals, setting the stage for a dramatic title run.
NASCAR announces the first confirmed races for 2027, including the Daytona 500 and a slate of events across its national series, while broadcast arrangements and pending venues are detailed.
Denny Hamlin’s four wins and 25‑point lead set the stage for a competitive Chase, while Team Penske aims to sharpen its performance on longer tracks.
Hamlin’s strong performance on high‑speed circuits and a 25‑point advantage set the stage for a showdown that will decide the final Chase spots.
Denny Hamlin’s seventh‑place run at New Hampshire secures the top seed in the NASCAR Chase, while Team Penske’s Ryan Blaney looks to extend its short‑track advantage. With new regulations looming for the Daytona 400 and a handful of drivers battling for the final spots, the championship picture remains fluid.
Denny Hamlin enters the NASCAR Chase as the top seed, holding a 25‑point advantage and a strong record on high‑speed ovals. Meanwhile, Team Penske’s recent setbacks on 1.5‑mile tracks and new Daytona rules add intrigue to the upcoming races.
Denny Hamlin entered the NASCAR Chase as the top seed after a seventh‑place finish at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, holding a 25‑point lead over Ryan Blaney as the season heads into its decisive final ten races.
Denny Hamlin’s seventh‑place finish at New Hampshire Motor Speedway secured the top seed in the NASCAR Cup Series Chase, giving him a 25‑point lead as the season heads into its final stretch.
Tyler Reddick claimed pole position at New Hampshire Motor Speedway with a 29.054‑second lap, edging Josh Berry by 0.015 seconds. The performance marks a pivotal turnaround for Reddick after a slump, bolstered by co‑owner Michael Jordan's encouragement.
NASCAR will host two race weekends at Kansas Speedway in 2027, including a Cup Series event and doubleheaders for the Truck and ARCA series, with tickets already on sale.
Joey Logano's second win of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season at Richmond Raceway highlights a tightly contested championship battle.
NASCAR’s Iowa Corn 350 on August 9 will determine the last spot in the 2026 Chase, with Austin Cindric and Ryan Preece battling for the lead.
Despite injuries, penalties and a string of crashes, Christopher Bell has surged to a 129‑point lead and is poised to make a deep run in the upcoming Chase.
With Denny Hamlin holding an 84‑point advantage over Tyler Reddick, the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series heads into the Iowa Corn 350, the debut of USA Network’s coverage, while the new Chase format reshapes points dynamics and several drivers prepare for pivotal races.
Fans defend NASCAR’s midseason off week as a Reddit proposal to eliminate breaks ignites discussion about driver fatigue and season length.
Four‑time NASCAR champion Kyle Larson has gone 46 races without a Cup Series win, but recent top‑five finishes and a belief that the sport is finally within reach suggest a breakthrough may be imminent.
Kyle Larson and William Byron argue that the re‑introduced Chase hasn’t altered the sport’s chaotic racing style. Chase Elliott’s inconsistency persists despite multiple wins, Bill Elliott is set for an IROC exhibition race, and Louis Foster is gearing up for his first NASCAR start. Meanwhile, Connor Mosack captured an ARCA victory at Chicagoland Speedway.
Cole Custer will not compete at Naval Base Coronado, with Alex Labbe stepping into the No. 0 Chevrolet for his fifth 2026 start. The series finale at Chicagoland Speedway looms in July, while the inaugural Coronado event will stream live on the CW Network.
Richard Childress confirmed that Kyle Busch will return to the team in 2027, honoring the late driver's memory while planning for his son and Austin Hill to carry forward the iconic No. 8 legacy.
Richard Childress grapples with the sudden death of Kyle Busch, promises to keep his number for his son Brexton, and compares the loss to that of Dale Earnhardt Sr., while the sport prepares to fill the vacant seat.
Toni Breidinger will contest a part‑time schedule with Rackley WAR while Daniel Dye returns from suspension to drive for McAnally‑Hilgemann Racing, with Mason Massey set to fill in at Richmond.