Hamlin Secures 50th Pole at Michigan Ahead of Turbulent Race
Denny Hamlin claimed his 50th career pole for the FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan, but a diffuser injury will force him to start at the back of the grid.
Jun 7, 2026
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Hamlin and Hocevar Lead Michigan International Speedway Qualifying Ahead of FireKeepers Casino 400
Denny Hamlin and Carson Hocevar will start at the front of the grid for the FireKeepers Casino 400, a race steeped in tradition at Michigan International Speedway's Brooklyn venue.
Jun 6, 2026
Hamlin Claims Pole at Michigan in Narrow Battle with Hocevar
Denny Hamlin captured pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway, beating Carson Hocevar by a razor‑thin margin and highlighting Toyota dominance in the top five.
Jun 6, 2026
Denny Hamlin Takes Pole for FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway
Denny Hamlin secured the pole with a 36.901‑second lap, edging out Carson Hocevar by just 0.018 seconds, while Josh Berry will start 37th after a qualifying spin.
Jun 6, 2026
NASCAR Qualifying Sets Stage for FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan
The upcoming FireKeepers Casino 400 will see its starting lineup decided by a one‑lap qualifying format at Michigan International Speedway, with drivers such as William Byron and Bubba Wallace vying for pole position. The race will stream live on Amazon Prime Video at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday, June 7.
Jun 6, 2026
New qualifying metric reshapes Michigan Cup race lineup
A single timed lap, a revised metric and a refreshed driver roster define the weekend's action.
Jun 6, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Michigan for 2026 Cup Series Showdown
The 2026 Cup Series heads to Michigan for its 15th race, featuring support series and a full slate of on‑track activity. With Denny Hamlin poised to tie Kyle Busch’s historic win total, fans can expect a packed weekend of racing, broadcast details and a deep entry list.
Jun 4, 2026
NASCAR’s Silly Season Shifts: Contracts, Transfers, and Uncertain Futures
From Alex Bowman's uncertain future at Hendrick Motorsports to Connor Zilisch's potential early move, the 2027 driver market is already reshaping the sport.
Jun 3, 2026
FireKeepers Casino 400: A 37‑Car Showdown
The upcoming FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway will feature a full 37‑driver field, highlighted by Austin Hill’s debut in the No. 33 Richard Childress Racing entry and his commitment to compete in both the Cup and O’Reilly Series.
Jun 2, 2026
Hamlin Wins Cracker Barrel 400 in Thrilling Late‑Race Battle at Nashville
Denny Hamlin captured his 62nd NASCAR Cup Series win at Nashville Superspeedway, edging out Christopher Bell and Chase Briscoe in a dramatic finish.
Jun 1, 2026
Denny Hamlin Claims Nashville Cup Victory in Thrilling Finish
Denny Hamlin won the 2026 NASCAR Cup race at Nashville, earning his 62nd career victory and second of the season while Ricky Stenhouse Jr. achieved his first top five since the Daytona 500.
Jun 1, 2026
Denny Hamlin clinches Nashville Cup victory, edges closer to Kyle Busch’s win record
After a one‑hour delay caused by rain, Denny Hamlin overcame a pole‑position penalty to win the Nashville Cup race, securing his 62nd career victory and moving to within one win of Kyle Busch's all‑time record.
Jun 1, 2026
Denny Hamlin Secures Pole as Rain Throws Curveball at Nashville Superspeedway
Denny Hamlin captured pole position for the May 31 NASCAR Cup Series race at Nashville Superspeedway, while rain forced a rule‑book start and a 300‑lap event will be streamed on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max and NASCAR.com.
May 31, 2026
Denny Hamlin claims pole as rain reshapes Nashville Superspeedway grid
Rain washed out traditional qualifying at Nashville Superspeedway, prompting NASCAR to use its 2025 metric that placed Denny Hamlin on pole alongside Tyler Reddick, with live coverage slated for Amazon Prime Video.
May 31, 2026
Allgaier Dominates Again at Nashville Superspeedway
Justin Allgaier clinches his second straight win at Nashville, while Brent Crews falls just short, in a clean, high‑octane NASCAR event.
May 31, 2026
Rain Cancels NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying at Nashville Superspeedway
Saturday's single‑lap qualifying was washed out, leaving the starting lineup for Sunday's race set by the series' two‑variable metric, with Hamlin taking the pole.
May 31, 2026
Allgaier Clinches Nashville Superspeedway Victory in O’Reilly Auto Parts Series
Justin Allgaier emerged victorious at Nashville Superspeedway on May 30, 2026, outpacing Brent Crews in a dramatic final stretch that underscored his dominance at the historic venue.
May 31, 2026
Justin Allgaier Takes Nashville Superspeedway Victory in Late‑Race Battle
On May 30, 2026, Justin Allgaier won the Sports Illustrated Resorts 250 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Nashville Superspeedway, edging out Brent Crews in a dramatic final stretch.
May 31, 2026
NASCAR’s Nashville Superspeedway Lineup Set for Cracker Barrel 400 After Rain‑Out Qualifying
Rain‑soaked qualifying forced NASCAR to lock in a 1‑2 start for Hamlin and Reddick, while the historic 1.3‑mile oval readies for another chapter of racing lore.
May 31, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Nashville Superspeedway for O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Race
After a weather‑induced delay, NASCAR’s rule‑book metric will determine the lineup for the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Nashville Superspeedway, featuring a mix of veteran and rookie drivers.
May 30, 2026
NASCAR’s Nashville Superspeedway Qualifies 38 Drivers for Sunday’s 300‑Lap Showdown
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series returns to Nashville Superspeedway with a revamped qualifying format, 38 drivers set to compete, and a new broadcast partnership that marks the start of the season’s second half.
May 30, 2026
Jesse Love Secures Pole Position for Nashville Superspeedway NASCAR Event
Jesse Love will lead the field for the O'Reilly Auto Parts race at Nashville Superspeedway on May 30 after qualifying was washed out, with the grid determined by NASCAR’s rule book. The event will showcase 38 cars, including a high‑profile debut for Cleetus McFarland, and will be televised on the CW Network with streaming on FUBO.
May 30, 2026
NASCAR’s Nashville Weekend: Qualifying, Tribute, and a New Driver
The 2025 Cracker Barrel 400 weekend at Nashville Superspeedway will feature qualifying on May 30, a somber reminder of Kyle Busch’s recent death, and the debut of Austin Hill in the iconic No. 33.
May 30, 2026
Custer Out, Smithley In for Nashville Superspeedway
Cole Custer, the 2024 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series champion, will sit out the Nashville event, making way for Garrett Smithley, who has delivered a season‑best 14th‑place finish.
May 30, 2026