A Record-Breaking Day at North Wilkesboro
Joey Logano captured the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series event at North Wilkesboro, leading 323 of the 450 laps and posting a new personal best for laps led in a single race. He crossed the finish line 0.859 seconds ahead of veteran Denny Hamlin, securing his 38th career victory.
The win marked the first points‑paying Cup victory at the historic North Wilkesboro track since Jeff Gordon’s last triumph there three decades earlier. Logano also claimed Stage 2, while Ty Gibbs seized Stage 1 with a daring last‑lap pass, contributing to a sweep by Joe Gibbs Racing that saw Chase Briscoe and Ty Gibbs round out the top four.
Shane van Gisbergen delivered his best performance on an oval, finishing fifth, while the race saw 34 of 37 starters complete the distance, though only six drivers ever reached the lead lap. Among those who did not finish were Chad Finchum, Josh Berry and A.J. Allmendinger, who were listed among the three DNFs.
Logano’s 38 career wins now place him 23rd on the all‑time NASCAR victories list, underscoring the significance of his latest achievement.