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The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series schedule features a mix of iconic ovals and road courses, highlighted by Shane van Gisbergen’s Sonoma win, Alex Bowman’s 2019 Chicagoland victory, and a competitive points battle heading into July.
NASCAR announced that the 2026 eero 400 will be held at Chicagoland Speedway, bringing the premier stock‑car series back to Illinois for the first time since 2019. The event will showcase a full complement of charter entries, open slots, and a high‑profile driver replacement.
The NASCAR Cup Series returns to Illinois' Chicagoland Speedway for the first time since 2019, featuring a full slate of 39 drivers and several part‑time entries.
The Cup Series returns to Illinois after a seven‑year absence, featuring a full slate of teams and crew chiefs for the second round of the NASCAR In‑Season Challenge.
With half the season complete, the series has seen tighter racing, surprise victories and emerging leaders across teams and tracks.
After winning the first five races, Tyler Reddick’s lead eroded due to mechanical issues, allowing Denny Hamlin to overtake him and take the championship lead by one point.
After a high‑profile antitrust lawsuit, Denny Hamlin confirms that 23XI Racing and NASCAR have restored a cooperative relationship, securing permanent charters, a share of international revenue and new seats on key racing committees.
During the Sonoma NASCAR race, Noah Gragson and Cody Ware collided, sparking a chain reaction that involved Todd Gilliland, Bubba Wallace and Riley Herbst. The incidents reflect the ‘eye for an eye’ culture that frequently defines mid‑pack competition.
After a stunning last‑place finish at Sonoma Raceway, Tyler Reddick’s 129‑point lead evaporated, allowing Denny Hamlin to seize the points championship lead. With three consecutive wins and a looming Chase, the battle for the title intensifies.
A dramatic finish at Sonoma Raceway reshaped the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series points race, with Denny Hamlin edging ahead of Tyler Reddick by a single point as the playoffs loom.
Denny Hamlin moves to the top of the NASCAR Cup Series standings after Tyler Reddick’s power‑steering failure, while Trackhouse Racing climbs and the next race looms at Chicagoland.
A power‑steering failure eliminates the tournament’s top seed, propelling Alex Bowman into the next round. Denny Hamlin reclaims the points lead, Ty Gibbs dominates stages, and Shane van Gisbergen emerges as the early favorite as the field narrows to 16 for the Illinois race.
NASCAR is set to race at Chicagoland Speedway for the first time since 2019, with notable driver matchups, a 39‑car field and the return of recent Cup winner Corey Heim.
Tyler Reddick’s championship lead evaporated at Sonoma, where a power‑steering issue forced a last‑place finish, allowing Denny Hamlin to move into the points lead by a single point.
A power‑steering failure forced Tyler Reddick to finish 36th at Sonoma, allowing Denny Hamlin to move into the points lead by a single point.
A power‑steering failure forced Tyler Reddick to finish 36th at Sonoma, allowing Denny Hamlin to seize the championship lead by a single point. The reshuffling also lifts Trackhouse and sees Erik Jones exit the Chase, setting the stage for the upcoming eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway.
A dramatic Toyota / Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway saw Denny Hamlin climb to the top of the points standings, while Tyler Reddick's mechanical woes dropped him to 36th. Shane Van Gisbergen's strong run lifted Trackhouse Racing, and Erik Jones became the first driver officially out of contention.
Denny Hamlin’s climb to the top of the NASCAR Cup Series standings follows a dramatic Sonoma race where Tyler Reddick’s mechanical woes opened the door for a new points leader.
Shane van Gisbergen claimed victory at Sonoma Raceway, leading 74 of the final 83 laps and celebrating with a burnout as his team praised the turnaround from a difficult practice.
Shane van Gisbergen led 74 of the final 83 laps at Sonoma Raceway, holding off Chase Briscoe to claim his eighth career road course win and secure a provisional spot in the Chase.
Shane van Gisbergen’s second consecutive win at Sonoma reshapes the Cup championship picture as the series heads to Chicagoland
Van Gisbergen's dominant performance at Sonoma Raceway underscored his road‑course mastery and kept the championship battle tightly contested.
Shane van Gisbergen led most laps and fended off Chase Briscoe to win the NASCAR road course event at Sonoma, moving into the playoff picture and highlighting the series’ shifting dynamics.
Shane van Gisbergen dominated the 2026 Sonoma road race, leading 74 laps and securing his second win of the season. The performance placed him alongside Tony Stewart in the record books and highlighted a competitive field of drivers.