Hamlin Leads the Chase as Penske Eyes Longer Tracks
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.
Aug 25, 2026
Location
Michigan International Speedway
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Michigan International Speedway across Nascar.
Denny Hamlin Heads the Chase with 25‑Point Lead
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.
Aug 24, 2026
Hamlin Leads NASCAR Chase as Penske Eyes Short‑Track Edge
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.
Aug 24, 2026
Hamlin’s Chase Momentum Rides High Amid Penske’s Oval Woes
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.
Aug 24, 2026
Hamlin Leads the Chase as Team Penske Eyes Redemption
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.
Aug 24, 2026
Colin Braun Eyes Oval Challenge at New Hampshire as He Returns to NASCAR Trucks
Colin Braun, a three‑time WeatherTech SportsCar champion, is set to make his third NASCAR Truck Series start at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on August 22, driving the No. 25 Ram 1500. The race marks his debut on an oval track in the series, where he hopes to build on previous top‑10 finishes and a lone Truck victory at Michigan.
Aug 15, 2026
Bell’s Quest for a Breakthrough as the Chase Looms
Christopher Bell's record‑tying seven second‑place finishes, a 30‑race winless streak and a looming Chase have turned the 2024 season into a study of resilience and strategy.
Aug 14, 2026
Iowa Corn 350 Set for August Showdown on USA Network
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.
Aug 9, 2026
NASCAR 2026: New Talent and Team Shifts Ahead of the Iowa Weekend
Two RCR‑affiliated drivers are slated to make their national series debuts in 2026, while the organization navigates a transition after Kyle Busch’s death and prepares for 2027 roster moves.
Aug 8, 2026
Christopher Bell’s Unlikely Rise as NASCAR Championship Contender
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.
Aug 5, 2026
Christopher Bell’s Comeback: From Wrist Injury to Playoff Push
Christopher Bell is navigating a painful wrist injury while targeting a top‑5 championship finish.
Jul 4, 2026
Kyle Busch’s Legendary Career at Chicagoland Speedway
From his first Cup win over Jimmie Johnson to a dramatic 2018 showdown with Kyle Larson, Kyle Busch’s 234 career victories and relentless drive defined an era of NASCAR racing.
Jul 4, 2026
Kaulig Racing taps Colin Braun for Lime Rock Truck debut
Kaulig Racing announced that Colin Braun will drive the No. 25 RAM 1500 in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Lime Rock Park on July 11, bringing his IMSA pedigree and road‑course experience to the series.
Jul 2, 2026
NASCAR Announces 2026 Broadcast Schedule and New Races
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season marks the second year of a seven‑year, $7.7 billion broadcast deal, introducing new venues, schedule changes and unchanged commentary talent.
Jun 26, 2026
Amazon Prime Video Exits NASCAR Cup Schedule After 2025 Season
Amazon Prime Video will no longer broadcast NASCAR Cup races in 2026, as a new media deal redistributes rights among Fox, NBC, and TNT Sports, while the In‑Season Challenge prepares for its second edition.
Jun 25, 2026
Ricky Stenhouse Jr. to be replaced by Tyler Reif at Qualcomm Circuit
Ricky Stenhouse Jr. will miss the upcoming San Diego race, with Tyler Reif stepping in, while NASCAR’s new eligibility rule reshapes the Truck Series lineup.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR’s Pocono Race Switches to Amazon Prime Video Amid Media Rights Shuffle
A new media rights agreement moves the Pocono Cup race to Amazon Prime Video, reshaping the 2026 schedule and bringing new commentary teams to the sport.
Jun 14, 2026
NASCAR Moves Pocono 400 to Early Afternoon to Beat Weather Threats
The Pocono Raceway event has been moved to 1 p.m. ET on Sunday to ensure the full 400‑mile race can be completed before expected storms.
Jun 13, 2026
Christopher Bell’s Wrist Fracture Highlights Safety in NASCAR
A high‑speed collision between Christopher Bell and Chase Elliott left Bell with a fractured wrist, yet the NASCAR veteran is set to race this weekend, underscoring the series’ medical protocols
Jun 9, 2026
Chaos at Michigan: Multi-Car Crashes Reshape NASCAR Cup Standings
The FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway featured two massive crashes involving 18 cars, reshaping the NASCAR Cup Series standings and producing unexpected winners.
Jun 8, 2026
Denny Hamlin Secures 57th NASCAR Cup Win at Michigan After Rear‑Start Battle
Denny Hamlin started from the rear due to unapproved under‑body repairs, managed fuel efficiently, and passed William Byron in the final laps to win his 57th career Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway.
Jun 8, 2026
Denny Hamlin Takes Victory at Michigan as NASCAR Heads to Pocono
Denny Hamlin won the FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway, marking the 15th points race of the season and launching a busy schedule that includes Pocono and Naval Base Coronado.
Jun 8, 2026
Hamlin’s Comeback Victory Highlights Michigan Race Amid NASCAR’s New Venues
Denny Hamlin's unexpected triumph at Michigan International Speedway tied him with Kyle Busch for ninth on the all‑time wins list, marking the first race since the passing of legend Ned Jarrett. The event also featured Tyler Reddick's stage victory and subsequent DNF, a dramatic final restart, and upcoming new races in the coming weeks.
Jun 8, 2026
Elliott Apologizes After Violent Lap 184 Crash at Michigan
A late‑race clash between Chase Elliott and Christopher Bell forced repairs to the safer barrier and reshaped the points battle, while Tyler Reddick’s early DNF added further intrigue.
Jun 7, 2026