Cook Out 400 Returns to Richmond with $11.23 Million Purse
The 2026 Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway will feature a $11.23 million prize pool, a tightly contested starting lineup and broadcast coverage across USA, HBO Max and MRN.
Aug 14, 2026
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Rain Could Reshape NASCAR’s Richmond Starting Lineup
A forecast of showers threatens the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway, prompting NASCAR to rely on a blended qualifying metric that could place Ty Gibbs at the front of the grid.
Aug 14, 2026
Richmond’s Crucial Cup Race Sets Stage for 2026 Chase
The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series event at Richmond Raceway will determine critical playoff positioning, featuring intense battles among the sport’s leading drivers and teams.
Aug 14, 2026
Richmond Raceway to Host Inaugural NASCAR Chase Event in 2027
Richmond Raceway announced that it will stage the first NASCAR Chase race on September 11, 2027, marking a major return to the sport’s fall schedule.
Aug 14, 2026
Richmond Raceway to Anchor NASCAR’s 2027 Championship Schedule
NASCAR announces that Richmond Raceway will stage championship events for both the Cup Series and the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series in 2027, introducing new chase formats and fan‑focused initiatives.
Aug 14, 2026
Buescher, Preece, and Keselowski Battle for Playoff Spots at Richmond
Chris Buescher leads the standings by 140 points, while Ryan Preece and Brad Keselowski fight to break into the Chase at Richmond Raceway.
Aug 14, 2026
NASCAR’s Final Chase Races Set for Richmond Showdown
The NASCAR Cup Series championship picture tightens as the Cook Out 400 at Richmond approaches, featuring key performances from Denny Hamlin, Ty Gibbs, Kyle Larson, Chase Briscoe, Austin Dillon and Ryan Blaney.
Aug 13, 2026
Richmond Raceway to Kick Off NASCAR’s 2027 Championship with Historic Double‑Header
NASCAR announced that Richmond Raceway will host the inaugural events of The Chase for both the Cup Series and the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series in September 2027, marking a major expansion of the venue’s role in the championship.
Aug 13, 2026
NASCAR Concludes 2026 Season with Iowa Corn 350 Thriller
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series wrapped up its 14‑race schedule with a dramatic debut at Iowa Speedway, where Ryan Blaney secured the pole and Ty Gibbs took the championship point. The action now shifts to the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway.
Aug 11, 2026
Richmond Police and City Officials Unite in ‘Battle of 804’ Charity Basketball Game
Richmond Police Department and City Administration Office teamed up for a charity basketball game at River City Middle School, featuring former VCU player Kendrick Warren and emphasizing community unity.
Aug 8, 2026
Joe Gibbs Racing Partners with Victory Junction for Richmond NASCAR Cup Race
Ahead of the August 15, 2026 NASCAR Cup Series race at Richmond Raceway, Joe Gibbs Racing and Victory Junction announce a joint sponsorship featuring Ty Gibbs' No. 54 Toyota Camry XSE, backed by Cook Out, highlighting the nonprofit's impact on children with medical needs.
Aug 5, 2026
Van Gisbergen’s Breakout Performance Challenges NASCAR Norms
Shane van Gisbergen's recent fifth‑place finish at North Wilkesboro Speedway has sparked discussion about his evolving skill set beyond road courses, highlighting both promise and persistent challenges.
Jul 24, 2026
NASCAR Mourns Legendary Journalist Steve Waid
Veteran NASCAR reporter Steve Waid died on June 15 after a long battle with cancer. His decades‑long career, marked by award‑winning coverage and leadership in motorsports press, is being remembered by peers, drivers and fans alike.
Jun 16, 2026
K’Von Wallace’s Fifth Youth Football Camp Inspires Community in Henrico County
Baltimore Ravens cornerback K'Von Wallace hosted his fifth annual youth football camp at Highland Springs High School, where he honored community spirit with a prestigious award and a free haircut for participants.
Jun 15, 2026
Brian DuRoff Earns All-CAA Second Team Honors
A single-season outfielder from Elon University has been recognized on the All-CAA Second Team, showcasing dominant offensive numbers and tying into a decade‑long tradition of conference recognition.
May 19, 2026