Layne Riggs Eyes Cup Series Move as 2027 Looms
Layne Riggs, a 24‑year‑old Truck Series standout, is reportedly courting a Cup Series seat for 2027, with Ford and several teams eyeing his potential impact.
Jul 25, 2026
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NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro for the Window World 450
The Cup Series opens its weekend at North Wilkesboro Speedway with practice, qualifying and a highly anticipated race, featuring a deep field of teams and a broadcast on truTV, SiriusXM and HBO MAX.
Jul 25, 2026
Rain Stalls Qualifying, Sets the Stage for a Historic Race
NASCAR called off the scheduled qualifying session at North Wilkesboro Speedway after a sudden downpour drenched the track, forcing officials to rely on practice speeds to determine the starting order. As a result, Ryan Blaney will lead the field from pole position when the green flag drops.
Jul 25, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole as Rain Wipes Out Qualifying at North Wilkesboro
Ryan Blaney will start at the front of the grid for the Window World 450 after Saturday's qualifying was canceled due to rain, prompting NASCAR to apply a points‑and‑finish metric to set the lineup.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway for In‑Season Challenge Finale
The NASCAR Cup Series will race at North Wilkesboro Speedway this weekend, marking its first short‑track event since April. Qualifying was canceled due to storms, and the starting lineup will be set by a new metric, with the race broadcast live on TNT.
Jul 25, 2026
Brickyard 400 Returns with $1 Million In‑Season Challenge
The third consecutive running of the Brickyard 400 brings a million‑dollar prize and high‑stakes drama to Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Extends Practice Sessions at New Hampshire, Drivers React Differently
NASCAR’s decision to lengthen on‑track practice at selected venues introduces a single 50‑minute session with two tire allocations, drawing praise from some competitors and indifference from others
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Expands Practice Sessions at Select Venues, Drivers Weigh In
NASCAR will lengthen on‑track practice time starting with the New Hampshire race, offering teams extra minutes and two fresh tire sets. While some drivers welcome the additional session, others remain indifferent or skeptical about its overall impact.
Jul 25, 2026
Toyota Eyes Brickyard 400 Pole as Wallace Prepares to Defend
Qualifying for the Brickyard 400 will take place on July 25 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, with Toyota’s cars topping the practice sheets and Bubba Wallace aiming to repeat his victory, while Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing adds extra intrigue.
Jul 25, 2026
Rain Threat Could Redefine Brickyard 400 Starting Grid
If rain forces cancellation of qualifying at Indianapolis, the Brickyard 400 field will be set by reversing the order derived from owner standings and the most recent race result, a scenario that has played out five times this season.
Jul 25, 2026
Denny Hamlin Eyes First Brickyard 400 Victory as NASCAR Heads to Indianapolis
With the Brickyard 400 looming, veteran Denny Hamlin leads the points standings and aims to finally capture the iconic race, while analysts and rivals size up the strategic battles that could decide the outcome.
Jul 25, 2026
Ryan Blaney Takes Pole as NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro
Ryan Blaney will start first for the Cup Series event at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19, after rain washed out qualifying. The race will be televised on TNT, streamed on HBO Max, and feature a full slate of drivers and teams.
Jul 25, 2026
Rain Cancels Qualifying, Blaney Secures Pole at North Wilkesboro
Rain forced the cancellation of Saturday’s qualifying session at North Wilkesboro Speedway, prompting NASCAR to set the lineup using a points‑based formula. Ryan Blaney will lead the field, while several high‑profile drivers will start beyond the 25th position. The race will be televised nationally on TNT and available via HBO Max, NASCAR.com and SiriusXM channel 90.
Jul 25, 2026
Ryan Blaney Secures Pole Position for NASCAR Cup Race at North Wilkesboro
Ryan Blaney will lead the field for the July 19 NASCAR Cup Series event at North Wilkesboro Speedway after a rain‑washed qualifying session, marking the first points‑paying race at the venue since 1996.
Jul 25, 2026
Blaney Secures Pole as NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro After 28-Year Hiatus
Ryan Blaney will lead the field at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19, marking the first points‑paying NASCAR Cup event at the track since 1996. The race will be televised nationally on TNT and streamed on HBO Max, NASCAR.com and SiriusXM.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway for 450‑Lap Showdown
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series will stage a 450‑lap, 281.25‑mile race at North Wilkesboro Speedway, featuring a hybrid starting grid, three distinct stages, and coverage across TNT, HBO Max, NASCAR.com and SiriusXM.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR’s Window World 450 at North Wilkesboro: Starting Lineup, Broadcast Details, and Team Landscape
The 2026 Window World 450 will blend a unique starting‑grid formula with a three‑stage endurance test, while fans can watch the action on TNT, HBO Max and a suite of audio platforms.
Jul 25, 2026
Bubba Wallace Reflects on Yellow Line Misunderstanding After Penalty at EchoPark Speedway
Wallace admitted he misinterpreted the series’ yellow‑line rule during the closing stages of the EchoPark Speedway Cup race, a mistake that dropped him to 29th place. He embraced the penalty as a learning moment and took responsibility for the incident that unfolded in a three‑wide battle with Ryan Blaney and Carson Hocevar.
Jul 25, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole as Rain Alters NASCAR Lineup at North Wilkesboro
Rain forced a metric‑based lineup for the NASCAR Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro, positioning Ryan Blaney first alongside Ty Gibbs, while Denny Hamlin and Tyler Reddick start further back.
Jul 25, 2026
Wallace’s Yellow Line Misstep Highlights NASCAR’s Strict Enforcement
Bubba Wallace reflects on a penalty that cost him a podium chance, explaining his misunderstanding of NASCAR’s yellow line rule and the broader implications for racing at EchoPark Speedway.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR’s Return to North Wilkesboro Brings High Stakes and Fresh Faces
The NASCAR Cup Series is set to make its highly anticipated comeback to North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19, headlining the Window World 450, a 450‑lap marathon that will be split into three distinct stages.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro for 2026 Window World 450
The Cup Series will race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19, 2026, featuring a 450‑lap event with three stages, a pole‑position battle, and a deep field of manufacturers and teams.
Jul 25, 2026
Bubba Wallace Accepts NASCAR Penalty, Eyes Playoff Resurgence
Bubba Wallace accepted a 27‑point penalty in Atlanta, but remains optimistic about his team's performance and playoff chances.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro for the Window World 450
The Cup Series will stage the Window World 450 on July 19 at the 0.625‑mile North Wilkesboro Speedway, marking the first points‑paying event at the track since 1996 and showcasing a lineup of top drivers.
Jul 25, 2026