Ryan Preece Eyes Playoff Spot at New Hampshire After Richmond Struggles
Ryan Preece, sitting 17th in the Cup Series, hopes a strong showing at New Hampshire will push him into the playoffs
Aug 20, 2026
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Logano Dominates Richmond as Points Battle Tightens
Joey Logano captured the Cook Out 400 at Richmond, Austin Cindric secured third and a crucial points lead, and Carson Hocevar's engine woes dropped him to 37th, reshaping the Chase outlook.
Aug 16, 2026
Blaney Secures Pole for Cook Out 400 at Richmond, Setting Stage for a Historic Showdown
Ryan Blaney captured pole position with a 121.485 mph lap, while Chase Briscoe and Austin Dillon line up beside him. Denny Hamlin’s 14th‑place start revives memories of a front‑row win not seen since 2016.
Aug 15, 2026
NASCAR’s Cook Out 400 Returns to Richmond in a Crucial Regular‑Season Finale
The Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway on August 15 will feature a 400‑lap, three‑stage event, with pole position, broadcast details and a deep roster of drivers and teams battling for playoff positioning.
Aug 15, 2026
Cook Out 400 at Richmond Set for a High‑Stakes Showdown
Austin Dillon’s recent dominance, Joey Logano’s resurgence, and Christopher Bell’s consistency headline a weekend that could reshape the playoff picture.
Aug 14, 2026
Rain Could Reshape NASCAR’s Richmond Starting Lineup
A forecast of showers threatens the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway, prompting NASCAR to rely on a blended qualifying metric that could place Ty Gibbs at the front of the grid.
Aug 14, 2026
Josh Bilicki’s Comeback Highlights Richmond’s Shrinking NASCAR Schedule
The 2026 Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway will feature veteran Josh Bilicki in a solitary open car, underscoring a broader shift in the series’ calendar and qualifying format.
Aug 14, 2026
South Carolina’s Cook Out Southern 500 Marks 50 Years of Racing and Heritage
The upcoming Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway celebrates its 50th anniversary, drawing visitors and boosting the state’s economy.
Aug 13, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole as Iowa Corn 350 Sets Up a 350‑Lap Showdown
Qualifying for the Iowa Corn 350 delivered a dramatic pole position for Ryan Blaney, a strong lineup from Team Penske and Hendrick Motorsports, and a broadcast plan that includes USA Network and streaming on HBO Max.
Aug 13, 2026
Blaney Claims Pole for Iowa Corn 350 as Larson and Logano Follow
Ryan Blaney secured pole position for the Iowa Corn 350 with a top lap of 134.191 mph, edging Kyle Larson and Joey Logano. Brad Keselowski’s qualifying crash may trigger a penalty, and the race will be broadcast live on USA Network at 3:30 p.m. ET on August 9.
Aug 12, 2026
NASCAR Concludes 2026 Season with Iowa Corn 350 Thriller
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series wrapped up its 14‑race schedule with a dramatic debut at Iowa Speedway, where Ryan Blaney secured the pole and Ty Gibbs took the championship point. The action now shifts to the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway.
Aug 11, 2026
Gibbs’ Iowa Victory Shakes Up NASCAR Playoff Picture
Ty Gibbs captured his second victory of the season at Iowa Speedway, moving to second in the standings and narrowing the gap behind Denny Hamlin, while the race reshaped the playoff cutoff with a razor‑thin 29‑point margin.
Aug 10, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole as Iowa Corn 350 Qualifying Unfolds
Ryan Blaney claimed pole position with a 23.474‑second lap, while Kyle Larson and Brad Keselowski faced unexpected setbacks, heralding a competitive NASCAR Cup Series event broadcast on USA Network.
Aug 8, 2026
NASCAR Iowa Corn 350 Qualifying Sets Stage for Final Sprint to the Championship
The Cup Series returns to action on August 8 with the Iowa Corn 350 qualifying race at Iowa Speedway, marking the final month of the regular season and a critical points battle.
Aug 8, 2026
NASCAR’s 2026 Retirement Wave: Drivers Eyeing End of Era
As the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series approaches, veteran drivers like Denny Hamlin, Brad Keselowski, Michael McDowell and J.J. Yeley are confronting the possibility of retirement, while teams such as RFK Racing and Spire Motorsports reshape their lineups.
Aug 4, 2026
Richard Childress Racing Sets 2027 Lineup as Austin Hill Eyes Cup Series Promotion
Richard Childress Racing is reshaping its driver roster for the 2027 season, with Austin Hill poised for a full‑time Cup Series seat and 18‑year‑old Carson Brown slated to make his O’Reilly Auto Parts debut at Iowa Speedway.
Aug 3, 2026
NASCAR Standings After Indianapolis: Hamlin Dominates with 886 Points
Denny Hamlin leads the championship after the Indianapolis race, with the top 16 drivers locked into the playoffs and the battle for the final spots intensifying.
Aug 2, 2026
Ryan Preece’s Playoff Hopes Hang in the Balance Ahead of Final Stretch
Ryan Preece has yet to finish in the top seven this season, but consistent performances and a narrow points lead keep his playoff chances alive heading into the last four races.
Aug 2, 2026
JR Motorsports Makes NASCAR History with Historic 1-2-3-4 Sweep at Indianapolis
JR Motorsports celebrated a landmark victory at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, becoming the first O'Reilly Auto Parts Series team to sweep the top four positions. The performance adds to a storied lineage of front‑four sweeps that have defined NASCAR’s most iconic moments.
Jul 30, 2026
NASCAR’s Playoff System Outshines MLB’s Confusing Wild Card Math
A recent analysis contrasts NASCAR's straightforward playoff point tracking with MLB's ambiguous Wild Card calculations, highlighting the clarity and transparency of NASCAR's method.
Jul 30, 2026
NASCAR Playoff Outlook: Hocevar’s Surge and Playoff Contenders Battle for Spots
Carson Hocevar's maiden win propels him to fifth, while Hendrick's Chase Elliott leads the only multi‑win team. Meanwhile, several drivers teeter on the cutline.
Jul 28, 2026
Blaney’s Dominance at Atlanta Sets Up Tension for North Wilkesboro Finale
Ryan Blaney led 171 laps to win the Quaker State 400 at Atlanta Motor Speedway, but thunderstorms halted the action. As the regular season winds down, drivers like Denny Hamlin, Tyler Reddick, and Christopher Bell battle for playoff positioning ahead of the North Wilkesboro race.
Jul 28, 2026
Bowman’s Final Lap: Hendrick Motorsports Maps Future of the No. 48 as Retirement Looms
Alex Bowman will end his full‑time NASCAR career after the 2027 season, opening the door for a new driver to steer the storied No. 48 Chevrolet in 2028. Team officials are weighing a quartet of talent, including veteran Ross Chastain, rookie Corey Day and development prospect Connor Zilisch.
Jul 28, 2026
Buescher and Preece’s Rivalry Ignites NASCAR’s Summer Showdown
A look at the playful feud, upcoming races, and surprising victories that defined a busy stretch in NASCAR
Jul 28, 2026