NASCAR’s 2026 Sonoma Showdown: Pole Position, Points Lead, and Broadcast Details
The upcoming Sonoma Raceway event will feature 38 drivers, a 79‑lap contest, and live coverage on the CW, with streaming options across multiple platforms.
Jun 27, 2026
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Ty Gibbs Secures First 2026 NASCAR Pole at Sonoma
Ty Gibbs claimed his maiden pole position of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series at Sonoma Raceway, edging Carson Hocevar in a nail‑biting finish. The result reshapes the starting grid for the upcoming race.
Jun 27, 2026
Gibbs and Hocevar to Lead Sonoma NASCAR Race as Broadcast Shifts to TNT
Ty Gibbs and Carson Hocevar will start at the front of Sunday’s NASCAR race at Sonoma Raceway, with a pole time of 74.829 seconds, while a new TNT broadcast crew takes over from Prime Video.
Jun 27, 2026
Ty Gibbs Claims Pole for Sonoma NASCAR Race
Ty Gibbs secured the pole position with a 1:14.829 lap, while qualifying details and broadcast information were released for the upcoming Toyota/Save Mart 350.
Jun 27, 2026
Van Gisbergen Takes Pole as Zilisch Stumbles at Sonoma
Shane van Gisbergen secured pole position at Sonoma Raceway, beating Brent Crews by 0.189 seconds, while Connor Zilisch drops to 30th after a tire issue. Justin Allgaier holds a 224‑point lead in the standings.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR Sonoma Qualifying Sets Stage for In‑Season Tournament
Qualifying and practice for the Sonoma Cup Series race are scheduled for June 27, with Shane van Gisbergen as the early favorite and Tyler Reddick’s points lead narrowing.
Jun 27, 2026
Group qualifying makes its debut at Sonoma
NASCAR will split the field into two groups for a 20‑minute qualifying session, with the combined results determining the starting lineup for the 110‑lap road‑course race broadcast live on TNT.
Jun 27, 2026
Pearce Dietrich’s NASCAR Picks for the Sonoma Showdown
Analyst Pearce Dietrich breaks down his top bets for the upcoming Sonoma race, highlighting Shane Van Gisbergen’s road‑course dominance, a high‑risk top‑10 parlay, and Kyle Larson’s resurgence.
Jun 27, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen claims pole for Sonoma NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts race
Shane van Gisbergen will lead the grid at Sonoma Raceway, with a strong contingent of challengers ready to contest the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series event.
Jun 27, 2026
Van Gisbergen Takes Pole as Zilisch Struggles at Sonoma
Shane van Gisbergen secured pole position with a 95.483 mph lap, while Connor Zilisch will start 30th after a tire issue. Other key qualifiers include Brent Crews, Taylor Gray, and Justin Allgaier, who leads the series standings.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR’s Sonoma Showdown: Strategy, Stats and Betting Insights
NASCAR’s next road‑course showdown at Sonoma brings fresh stakes, strategic pit work and DraftKings fantasy recommendations for fans.
Jun 27, 2026
Dietrich’s 2026 Sonoma Preview: Who Will Master the Road Course?
Pearce Dietrich’s rankings for the 2026 Toyota / Save Mart 350 highlight the critical role of brake modulation and late‑corner strategy at Sonoma, spotlighting a mix of seasoned road‑course specialists and rising contenders.
Jun 27, 2026
Six Months After Settlement, NASCAR and Teams Find Common Ground
Denny Hamlin, co‑owner of 23XI Racing, says NASCAR has fulfilled all promises made in a landmark antitrust settlement, ushering in revenue sharing, permanent charters and a new era of collaboration.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR’s Silly Season Shifts: Gragson, RCR, and the Future of the No. 33
Rumors swirl as Noah Gragson considers a move to Richard Childress Racing, while sponsorship pressures and driver reshuffles loom over the upcoming season.
Jun 27, 2026
Denny Hamlin Highlights Transformative NASCAR Settlement
Six months after a landmark antitrust settlement, Denny Hamlin discusses how revenue sharing, permanent charters and a new competition committee are redefining the relationship between NASCAR and its teams.
Jun 26, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen grabs pole for NASCAR Sonoma race
Shane van Gisbergen secured pole position with a 1:15.029 lap, while Brent Crews qualified second. The June 27 event will be broadcast on the CW Network and streamed on FUBO, with audio on NASCAR.com and SiriusXM.
Jun 26, 2026
Kyle Larson’s Praise and Critique of Rising NASCAR Star Carson Hocevar
Two‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson highlights Carson Hocevar’s speed and potential while urging the young driver to temper his aggressive style with maturity.
Jun 26, 2026
Denny Hamlin hails NASCAR’s post‑settlement progress and future direction
Six months after a sweeping antitrust settlement, Denny Hamlin reflects on revenue sharing, regulatory changes and his optimism for NASCAR’s continued success.
Jun 26, 2026
NASCAR’s Road‑Course Finale: Who Will Dominate the Last Circuit?
With Shane van Gisbergen tipped as the top road‑course talent, the article examines his rivals, the teams vying for supremacy, and the sleepers who could upset the odds in the final NASCAR race.
Jun 26, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Targets 2026 Sonoma Victory as Experts Favor Briscoe
Shane van Gisbergen led 97 laps last year and outpaced Chase Briscoe, and now he eyes a repeat at the 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350, while betting analysts highlight Briscoe as a top play.
Jun 26, 2026
NASCAR’s Sonoma Spectacle: Road‑Course Drama Awaits
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Sonoma Raceway for the Toyota/Save Mart 350, featuring a full field of 36 drivers, practice and qualifying on Saturday, and the return of the In‑Season Challenge.
Jun 26, 2026
Kyle Larson’s Complex View of Carson Hocevar’s Promise and Pitfalls
Kyle Larson respects Carson Hocevar’s driving skill but criticizes his immaturity, especially on Twitch, while believing the youngster could become a top‑tier competitor if he reins in his aggression.
Jun 26, 2026
NASCAR’s Final Sonoma Showdown: Van Gisbergen Eyes Victory Amid Championship Shifts
The last NASCAR Cup Series race of the year at Sonoma Raceway brings a fresh twist to the championship picture, with Shane van Gisbergen favored despite a recent crash and Corey Heim’s unexpected victory altering the points landscape.
Jun 25, 2026
NASCAR Heads to Sonoma for the Toyota/Save Mart 350
NASCAR’s Cup Series will race at Sonoma Raceway on June 28, featuring 36 drivers, a knockout bracket, and a host of sponsors.
Jun 25, 2026