NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland for Independence Day Weekend
The NASCAR Cup Series will hold its qualifying session for the eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway on July 4, marking the series’ first appearance at the 1.5‑mile oval in Joliet, Illinois, since 2019, with action scheduled to start at 2 p.m. Central Time.
Denny Hamlin has moved to the top of the points standings after edging Tyler Reddick, while Shane van Gisbergen, fresh from a victory at Sonoma, sits inside the top 16 and is expected to be a strong contender for the pole.
Corey Heim is set to make his inaugural Cup Series start since capturing his first win last month at Naval Base Coronado, adding a fresh face to the lineup and raising expectations for a competitive session.
The entry list includes a blend of manufacturers, with drivers representing Chevrolet, Ford and Toyota among the competitors, and the session will be televised on truTV, streamed on HBO MAX and available through NASCAR.com and SiriusXM for audio.
Fans can follow the qualifying action across multiple platforms, including radio coverage on SiriusXM and the MRN network, while streaming options also include NASCAR.com and SiriusXM for audio, both requiring a subscription.
Chicagoland Speedway, a 1.5‑mile oval in Joliet, Illinois, will host the eero 400 later in the weekend, continuing the tradition of holiday weekend racing that draws large crowds and national attention.