Nascar

NASCAR Returns to Sonoma for 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350

Ty Gibbs leads a Chevrolet‑heavy field as the series heads to California’s iconic road course

Sonoma Showdown: The 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350

The NASCAR Cup Series will converge on Sonoma Raceway in California for the 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350, scheduled for June 28.

Qualifying saw Ty Gibbs claim the pole position in the No. 54 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota, while Chevrolet entries dominated the top five spots.

Fans betting through FanDuel have positioned Shane van Gisbergen as the race favorite, adding extra intrigue to the event.

The broadcast will begin at approximately 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time on TNT, with the competition divided into three stages: 25 laps for Stage 1, 30 laps for Stage 2 and the final 55 laps for Stage 3.

The starting grid features a who’s who of the sport, including Kyle Larson, Michael McDowell, Ross Chastain and a host of other drivers representing teams such as Spire Motorsports, Hendrick Motorsports and Trackhouse Racing.

With a total distance of 218.9 miles, the race promises a blend of strategy and skill on the winding road course, drawing attention from across the United States.

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