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Viking Motorsports' recent fourth‑ and fifth‑place finishes at Sonoma, built on equipment once owned by Kaulig Racing and bolstered by a partnership with Richard Childress Racing, contrast sharply with Ford's limited success this season.
On his podcast, Hamlin warned that Dodge's rumored entry may be more about marketing than genuine competition, and he highlighted the engineering hurdles that could delay a successful launch.
A dominant performance by Shane van Gisbergen at Sonoma threatens Jeff Gordon’s road‑course record, while the latest penalty report and Briscoe’s frustration add layers to the unfolding story.
Denny Hamlin leads the NASCAR Cup Series Chase as the series heads to Chicagoland Speedway for the first time since 2019, ushering in a fresh lineup of drivers and a pivotal race for the championship.
A brief summary of the incident, the resulting spin, and the ensuing debate.
A late‑race clash at Sonoma left veteran Denny Hamlin spinning out of contention, dropping him to 26th and costing him a chance at a top‑10 finish.
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.
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.
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.
As the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series reaches its midpoint, standout performances from Daniel Suarez, Carson Hocevar and Ty Gibbs contrast sharply with the challenges facing Joey Logano, Connor Zilisch and Ross Chastain.
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.
Daniel Suarez, Carson Hocevar and Ty Gibbs have turned the 2026 season into a breakout campaign, whereas Joey Logano, Connor Zilisch and Ross Chastain find themselves on the outside looking in as the Chase picture sharpens.
As the 2027 NASCAR Silly Season unfolds, drivers like Sam Mayer, Austin Hill, Layne Riggs, Chandler Smith and Sammy Smith are emerging as key candidates for Cup Series promotions, each backed by distinct performance trends and sponsorship landscapes.
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.
Shane van Gisbergen captured his second victory of the season at Sonoma, boosting Trackhouse Racing’s position, while safety adjustments to short‑track bumpers and cross‑series events spark further conversation.
Denny Hamlin reclaimed the points lead by a single point after a power‑steering failure dropped Tyler Reddick, while Shane van Gisbergen’s victory and Ty Gibbs’ podium reshaped the standings ahead of the Chicagoland showdown.
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.
Chase Briscoe finished second in the NASCAR Cup Series Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, losing by 0.357 seconds to Shane van Gisbergen after a late-race error.
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.
After a dramatic crash in San Diego, Shane van Gisbergen rebounded at Sonoma Raceway in June 2026, scoring his second Cup Series win of the season and moving to 14th in the standings.
Shane van Gisbergen edged Chase Briscoe at Sonoma Raceway, securing his 12th road‑course win and moving ahead of the Chase cut‑line, while Denny Hamlin’s late spin dropped him to 26th, preserving his one‑point championship edge.
Shane van Gisbergen’s second consecutive win at Sonoma reshapes the Cup championship picture as the series heads to Chicagoland