NASCAR Revives Classic Chase Format for 2026 Season
NASCAR has abandoned the win‑and‑in rule for the upcoming season, leaving two surprise winners outside the top‑16 playoff cutoff and setting the stage for a pivotal race at Sonoma.
Jun 24, 2026
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Watkins Glen International
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Custer Skips Coronado Race as Labbe Takes the Wheel for 2026 O’Reilly Series
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.
Jun 19, 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
Corey Heim Takes the Wheel of the No. 1 Toyota as Brandon Jones Exits NASCAR Truck Series
Brandon Jones will finish his stint in the No. 1 Toyota, making way for Corey Heim, the 2023 champion of the team's No. 11 Toyota, who is set to contest the Michigan race.
Jun 4, 2026
NASCAR Champion Kyle Busch’s Death Raises Questions Over Athlete Health Oversight
A sports physician who treated Kyle Busch says the NASCAR star’s declining health was ignored, sparking a broader debate about athlete safety.
May 30, 2026
2026 Truck Series Line‑ups Shape Up with Breidinger and Dye
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.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR removes Kyle Busch from points standings after his death
Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion, was removed from the official points standings following his death at age 41 from pneumonia. The move, made in consultation with his team and NASCAR, underscores the profound impact of his loss on the sport and his family.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR star Kyle Busch dies after battle with sepsis
Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR champion, succumbed to complications from bacterial pneumonia that progressed to sepsis, a chain of events that included disseminated intravascular coagulation and hemorrhagic shock.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Mourns the Loss of Kyle Busch
Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR champion, died at 41 after a battle with pneumonia that escalated to sepsis, DIC and hemorrhagic shock. His family, teammates and NASCAR officials gathered to honor his impact on the sport.
May 27, 2026
Unverified Death Rumors Swirl Around NASCAR Icon
Online speculation about the cause of Kyle Busch’s death has spread across social media, yet no credible source has confirmed that double pneumonia was the reason
May 22, 2026
Kyle Busch to be honored at the Indianapolis 500 with a lap‑18 pylon tribute
NASCAR mourns Kyle Busch, who died at 41, as the sport prepares a special tribute during the 2026 Indianapolis 500, highlighting his championship pedigree and connection to Indianapolis.
May 22, 2026
NASCAR Mourns the Loss of Two‑Time Champion Kyle Busch
NASCAR and its fans grapple with the sudden death of Kyle Busch, a two‑time champion whose career spanned over a decade of intense competition.
May 22, 2026
NASCAR Mourns the Loss of Two‑Time Champion Kyle Busch
NASCAR announced the passing of two‑time Cup Series champion Kyle Busch, a driver celebrated for 63 Cup wins and a legacy that includes victories at the Brickyard 400.
May 21, 2026
Wallace and Bell Clear the Air After Heated Post‑Race Exchange at Watkins Glen
A chaotic NASCAR Cup Series race at Watkins Glen International sparked a tense post‑race conversation between Bubba Wallace and Christopher Bell, clarified by Wallace’s spotter, while Shane van Gisbergen claimed another road‑course victory.
May 16, 2026
Reddick and Allgaier Lead NASCAR into a New Era
Tyler Reddick and Justin Allgaier are redefining competition in the 2026 season with unprecedented early dominance.
May 13, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Secures Second Consecutive Watkins Glen Victory, Eyes Chase Spot
Shane van Gisbergen’s latest win at Watkins Glen International highlights his road‑course mastery, a comeback that recovered 23 positions, and his ambition to translate that success to oval tracks while Team Trackhouse prepares for future driver contracts.
May 12, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Dominates Watkins Glen NASCAR Cup Race
Shane van Gisbergen led 74 of 100 laps at Watkins Glen International, crossing the finish line seven seconds ahead of Michael McDowell, while Ty Gibbs claimed third place.
May 11, 2026