Chase Briscoe Claims First 2026 NASCAR Cup Victory at Chicagoland
Chase Briscoe captured his maiden 2026 NASCAR Cup win at Chicagoland Speedway, overtaking William Byron on pit road to finish first.
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Chase Briscoe captured his maiden 2026 NASCAR Cup win at Chicagoland Speedway, overtaking William Byron on pit road to finish first.

The Cup Series rolls into Illinois for the eero 400, where stage winners are projected and a pit road mistake could reshape the top‑5 outlook for Denny Hamlin.

During the July 5 NASCAR Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway, Tyler Reddick’s car suffered a radiator issue that forced a lengthy garage repair, leaving him 29 laps behind. The incident adds to a series of setbacks for the driver, as Denny Hamlin capitalizes to take the points lead.
Tyler Reddick’s race at Chicagoland Speedway ended in a radiator failure that leaked oil onto the track, allowing Denny Hamlin to overtake him in the standings.

The series returns to the 1.5‑mile oval in Joliet, Illinois, replacing the street‑course format, with Hamlin leading a stacked field.

Denny Hamlin has erased a 129‑point deficit to lead the NASCAR Cup Series by a single point, fueled by a three‑race winning streak and a pole position at Chicagoland Speedway.

Denny Hamlin secured the pole position for the eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway, edging Kyle Larson by 0.001 seconds. The race will feature 267 laps, three stages, and a competitive starting lineup.

Denny Hamlin edged Kyle Larson by a split‑second to claim pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series eero 400, marking the first Cup race at Chicagoland Speedway in seven years.

The NASCAR Cup Series makes its long‑awaited return to Chicagoland Speedway this Sunday, July 5, with the eero 400 broadcast live on TNT and streaming platforms. The event highlights fresh storylines, a Space Jam‑themed car, and the debut of a 100‑race driver.

Denny Hamlin captured pole position for the upcoming eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway, setting the stage for a 267‑lap, 400.5‑mile contest broadcast on TNT and truTV.

The 2026 Eero 400 returns to Chicagoland Speedway after a seven‑year hiatus, offering a fresh canvas for drivers and DFS strategists alike.

With Denny Hamlin on pole and a slate of under‑the‑radar drivers poised to surprise, analysts break down the key picks and metrics that could shape the upcoming eero 400.

The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway will feature 267 laps, stage breaks at 80 and 165, and a live broadcast on TNT Sports.

Denny Hamlin claimed pole position for the Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway, outpacing Kyle Larson amid a dramatic qualifying session marked by inspection penalties.

NASCAR is returning to a pure points‑based system for 2026, making every regular‑season position critical. The tight one‑point gap between Tyler Reddick and Denny Hamlin illustrates how a modest swing can reshape the playoff picture.

The series returns to Illinois after seven years, with a full 38‑car field, live TNT coverage and the In‑Season Challenge underway.

NASCAR’s highly anticipated return to Chicagoland Speedway brings a blend of historic tradition and modern challenges, highlighted by Bubba Wallace’s Space Jam tribute and Christopher Bell’s injury comeback.
Denny Hamlin secured the pole for the eero 400 NASCAR Cup Series race on July 5 at Chicagoland Speedway, edging Kyle Larson by a thousandth of a second. The event will feature a full lineup, three stages, and national coverage on TNT and HBO Max.

After a seven‑year absence, the Cup Series returns to Chicagoland Speedway this weekend, bringing the Next Gen cars to a venue known for its bumpy surface and unique challenges.

NASCAR’s comeback to the Illinois track brings a mix of veteran insight, rookie milestones and pop‑culture flair, while the future of a downtown street course remains uncertain.

The Cup Series returns to Joliet, Illinois, bringing Bubba Wallace’s Space Jam tribute, Carson Hocevar’s milestone start, and Alex Bowman’s comeback attempt.

Denny Hamlin claimed pole position at Chicagoland Speedway with a time of 30.296 seconds, beating Kyle Larson by a thousandth of a second. The achievement marks his fourth pole this season and ties a historic record, while his teammates and rivals prepare for an intense upcoming race.

Denny Hamlin secured pole position at Chicagoland Speedway with a 30.296‑second lap, crediting ideal sun conditions. He aims for his fifth victory of the season while leading the points standings, and his co‑ownership of 23XI Racing with Michael Jordan adds extra intrigue. Kyle Larson qualified second, hoping to break a 42‑race winless streak, while RFK Racing’s Chris Buescher and Brad Keselowski will start third and fourth.
The Sunday Cup race at Chicagoland Speedway marks the start of the season's second half, featuring a competitive lineup and a track resurgence after seven years of dormancy.