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Rain forced the cancellation of Saturday’s qualifying session at North Wilkesboro Speedway, prompting NASCAR to set the lineup using a points‑based formula. Ryan Blaney will lead the field, while several high‑profile drivers will start beyond the 25th position. The race will be televised nationally on TNT and available via HBO Max, NASCAR.com and SiriusXM channel 90.
Ryan Blaney will lead the field at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19, marking the first points‑paying NASCAR Cup event at the track since 1996. The race will be televised nationally on TNT and streamed on HBO Max, NASCAR.com and SiriusXM.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series will stage a 450‑lap, 281.25‑mile race at North Wilkesboro Speedway, featuring a hybrid starting grid, three distinct stages, and coverage across TNT, HBO Max, NASCAR.com and SiriusXM.
The 2026 Window World 450 will blend a unique starting‑grid formula with a three‑stage endurance test, while fans can watch the action on TNT, HBO Max and a suite of audio platforms.
Rain forced a metric‑based lineup for the NASCAR Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro, positioning Ryan Blaney first alongside Ty Gibbs, while Denny Hamlin and Tyler Reddick start further back.
The NASCAR Cup Series is set to make its highly anticipated comeback to North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19, headlining the Window World 450, a 450‑lap marathon that will be split into three distinct stages.
The Cup Series will race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19, 2026, featuring a 450‑lap event with three stages, a pole‑position battle, and a deep field of manufacturers and teams.
Ross Chastain faces a steep uphill climb at North Wilkesboro after a series of pre‑race inspection failures. The penalty strips him of his crew chief and imposes a pass‑through penalty, dropping him to the rear of the field. With six consecutive top‑20 finishes behind him, Chastain must rally from an early pit stop to stay in contention, while teammates Austin Hill and Connor Zilisch also feel the ripple effects.
Ross Chastain’s No. 1 Chevrolet failed pre‑race inspection three times, resulting in severe penalties that drop him to the back of the field and affect the playoff picture with six races left.
Joey Logano captured his first win of the season at North Wilkesboro Speedway, leading the majority of the 450‑lap event and moving back into the top 16 of the championship standings.
Joey Logano claimed his maiden win of the season at North Wilkesboro Speedway, moving into the top 16 of the points standings. The race, the first points‑paying event at the venue since 1996, featured strong finishes from Denny Hamlin and Chase Briscoe, while several drivers endured crashes.
Joey Logano led 323 of 450 laps to claim his first 2026 victory, setting a new personal laps‑led record and reshaping the playoff picture.
Joey Logano's commanding performance at North Wilkesboro marks a historic milestone for the Cup Series, delivering a new lap‑lead record and a decisive victory over Denny Hamlin.
Joey Logano captured his first win since May 2025 at North Wilkesboro, leading 323 of 450 laps and setting up a $1 million showdown for the championship finale at Indianapolis.
Front Row Motorsports hints at a contract extension for Noah Gragson as the team eyes stability for the 2027 NASCAR season.
Noah Gragson’s 2026 campaign has been anything but smooth, and while speculation about a potential seat swap swirls, the team’s leadership expects him to remain with Front Row Motorsports for the upcoming season.
Josh Berry’s 2027 NASCAR ride evaporates as Wood Brothers Racing taps Jesse Love, leaving the veteran to chase a new seat amid a sliding points standing and a lingering chance at a Cup Series comeback.
Justin Allgaier, the current championship leader, is expected to continue his partnership with JR Motorsports for the 2027 O'Reilly Auto Parts season, citing the importance of momentum and family considerations.
Justin Allgaier, a six‑victory standout in 2026, is weighing a comeback with JR Motorsports for the 2027 O'Reilly Auto Parts season, citing family input and a desire to stay competitive.
Richard Childress Racing is charting a new course for its iconic No. 33 Chevrolet, with Austin Hill’s recent results fueling speculation that he could lock down the seat full‑time next season.
Noah Gragson’s 2026 season has been marked by struggle and speculation, yet team owner Jerry Freeze expects him to stay with Front Row Motorsports for the next campaign.
Austin Hill has stepped into the No. 33 Chevrolet after Kyle Busch’s tragic death and is now the leading candidate to drive the car full‑time in the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series, thanks to his dominant performances in the O’Reilly Series and consistent results alongside Austin Dillon.
NASCAR heads to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Brickyard 400, featuring a mix of season‑opening momentum, defending champion drama, and a lucrative prize for the final stage, with broadcast details and a full driver lineup.
The series announced the lineup for the upcoming Brickyard 400, highlighting fresh talent and a tribute to the late Kyle Busch.