Logano Leads the Way at Richmond
Joey Logano captured the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway on Saturday night, securing his first victory of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season and extending his career tally to 39 wins.
The Team Penske driver commanded the race for 95 of the 400 laps, controlling the action on the 0.75‑mile short track and pulling away from his rivals in the closing stages.
When the checkered flag fell, Logano held off a late charge from Chase Briscoe, who had led 171 laps himself, to finish second by a margin of 0.392 seconds.
Austin Cindric completed the Team Penske sweep by crossing the line in third, underscoring the organization’s strong pace on the Richmond weekend.
The event highlighted the competitive nature of short‑track racing, with multiple lead changes and a strategic battle for position that kept fans on the edge of their seats.