NASCAR’s 2027 Silly Season Takes Shape
Rumors swirl around driver moves, contract uncertainties and charter negotiations as the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series lineup begins to crystallize.
May 31, 2026
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Larson Eyes End to Win Drought at Nashville
Kyle Larson’s recent surge in the NASCAR standings puts him at the top of the non‑winner list, as he eyes a victory at Nashville to break a 37‑race win drought.
May 31, 2026
Chase Elliott Calls for Fans to Vote Kyle Busch as NASCAR’s Most Popular Driver
After Kyle Busch’s sudden death at 41, Chase Elliott asks supporters to back his rival for the sport’s top honor, echoing a historic moment when Bill Elliott yielded the award to honor Dale Earnhardt.
May 31, 2026
2026 Cracker Barrel 400 Preview: Hamlin Leads, Elliott Eyes Title
The 2026 Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway promises a showdown between Denny Hamlin's odds and Chase Elliott's title chase, with surprising predictions from a proven computer model.
May 31, 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
NASCAR’s Cracker Barrel 400 Returns to Nashville Superspeedway
The 2026 Cracker Barrel 400 will light up the 1.33‑mile oval on May 31, featuring a rain‑affected qualifying session, a full slate of drivers and a multi‑platform broadcast.
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
Chase Elliott Urges Fans to Vote for Kyle Busch in 2026 NMPA Award
Chase Elliott, an eight‑time NMPA Most Popular Driver, asks supporters to back Kyle Busch for the 2026 award, echoing a tradition set by his father.
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 Cancels Nashville Qualifying Amid Weather, Sets Lineup by Metrics
NASCAR called off the qualifying round at Nashville Superspeedway due to inclement weather, meaning the starting order for the Cup Series event will be determined by performance metrics. Denny Hamlin will lead the field to green, while several drivers who were hoping for a chance to improve their positions now face a tougher climb.
May 31, 2026
Larson Eyes End of Winless Streak at Nashville’s Cracker Barrel 400
The NASCAR Cup Series is back at Nashville Superspeedway for the Cracker Barrel 400, where Kyle Larson seeks to end his 37‑race winless streak while Tyler Reddick and Joe Gibbs Racing loom as formidable challengers.
May 30, 2026
NASCAR’s Nashville Superspeedway Showdown: Nine Races Left, Pole Position Drama
The upcoming Sports Illustrated Resorts 250 at Nashville Superspeedway will mark the latest chapter in a tightly contested NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts season, featuring a rain‑affected qualifying session, a stacked top‑10 lineup and a championship battle that could reshape the playoffs.
May 30, 2026
Hamlin Takes Pole for Cracker Barrel 400 as Rain Forces NASCAR to Set Lineup by Metric
Denny Hamlin will lead the field for the Cracker Barrel 400 after NASCAR used its rule‑book metric to determine the starting order following a rain‑canceled qualifying session. The race will be broadcast on Amazon Prime Video with additional streaming on HBO Max and NASCAR.com.
May 30, 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
Corey Heim Commits to 23XI Racing Through 2027
After a season of impressive performances in the Truck and Xfinity Series, Corey Heim will drive the No. 35 for 23XI Racing in 2027, a move championed by Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan.
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
Rain Could Wash Out NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying at Nashville Superspeedway
A 55% chance of precipitation on Saturday threatens to postpone qualifying, prompting NASCAR to rely on a simplified metric to determine the starting lineup for the upcoming night race.
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
Casey Mears to Mark 500th NASCAR Cup Series Start at Homestead‑Miami Speedway
After a rain‑delayed absence at Talladega, Casey Mears is set to reach his 500th Cup Series start in the 2026 finale at Homestead‑Miami Speedway, driving for Beard Motorsports and reflecting on a career that began with Hendrick Motorsports.
May 30, 2026