Joey Logano captured the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway on August 15, 2026, edging Chase Briscoe by 0.392 seconds to secure his 39th career victory and his first win at the track in nine years.
A Comeback for the Ages
After a mid‑season slump that saw him dip as low as 20th in the points standings, Logano has rallied with two wins in the past four races, climbing to ninth overall and continuing his pattern of title contention in every even‑numbered year since 2014.
The race unfolded as a strategic battle, with Chase Briscoe leading a race‑high 171 laps before finishing second, while Austin Cindric took third, crediting advice from Logano for his late‑race setup.
Denny Hamlin completed the top four, and Chase Elliott finished fifth, marking his first top‑five finish since a Texas Motor Speedway victory three months earlier. Richmond Raceway honored Hamlin’s parents, who died in a house fire in December 2023, by dedicating grandstand seats to their memory.
Looking Ahead to New Hampshire
The NASCAR Cup Series will next travel to New Hampshire Motor Speedway on August 23, where Ryan Blaney will defend his victory, setting the stage for another competitive showdown.