NASCAR Revives the Chase with Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington
The Cook Out Southern 500 kicked off NASCAR’s postseason, resetting the standings for the Chase and setting the stage for a 10‑race playoff run.
Sep 7, 2026
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Ryan Preece’s Daytona Victory Secures Chase Spot and Boosts Legacy Motor Club
Ryan Preece’s season‑ending win at Daytona not only clinches his Chase spot but also injects a million‑dollar boost into Jimmie Johnson’s Legacy Motor Club and exposes charter uncertainties for RFK Racing ahead of 2027.
Sep 6, 2026
Tyler Reddick on Pole for Cook Out Southern 500 as NASCAR Launches Chase
Tyler Reddick takes pole position for the season‑opening Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington, with the Chase beginning on September 6.
Sep 6, 2026
Darlington’s Southern 500 Sets the Stage for a Grueling 2026 Chase
The Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway opens the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Chase, a 501‑mile, 367‑lap event that challenges drivers with its unique oval design, relentless tire wear, and ever‑changing conditions.
Sep 6, 2026
NASCAR Revives Classic Qualifying Format for 2026 Southern 500 at Darlington
The Cook Out Southern 500 kicks off the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Chase with a full 38‑driver field, live Sunday at 5:00 p.m. ET on USA Network.
Sep 5, 2026
NASCAR’s 2026 Chase Opens at Darlington with Cook Out Southern 500
The Cook Out Southern 500 kicks off the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs at Darlington Raceway, with USA Network broadcasting live on September 6.
Sep 5, 2026
NASCAR Drops Playoff Knockout for Full-Season Championship
NASCAR has abandoned its 'win and in' playoff format, replacing it with a season-long championship that rewards consistency. Denny Hamlin tops the standings, but the revised point structure tightens the battle for the title.
Aug 30, 2026
Daytona’s Final Sprint: Hamlin, Chastain and the Playoff Battle
A Saturday night showdown at Daytona International Speedway saw Ryan Preece take the checkered flag, while Denny Hamlin’s top‑10 run kept his championship hopes alive. With only five drivers contesting three playoff spots, the stage is set for a dramatic climax at Darlington Raceway.
Aug 30, 2026
Ryan Preece Secures First NASCAR Cup Series Victory at Daytona
Ryan Preece finally broke through at Daytona, winning a race reshaped by multiple wrecks and securing a spot in the season playoffs.
Aug 30, 2026
Daytona Qualifying Sets Stage for Final Chase Spot as 41 Cars Vie for 40 Slots
NASCAR’s final playoff qualifier at Daytona International Speedway will see 41 entries contesting 40 positions, with a 31‑point lead for Shane van Gisbergen over Ryan Preece heading into the weekend’s action.
Aug 28, 2026
Gray Gaulding Makes NASCAR Cup Series Return at Daytona After Domestic Violence Suspension
After an 118‑race absence triggered by a domestic‑violence charge, Gray Gaulding is set to re‑enter the Cup Series at Daytona, joining Carl Long’s Garage 66 for the season‑ending race.
Aug 28, 2026
Rain Threat Looms Over Daytona Qualifying as NASCAR Preps Backup Plan
A sudden thunderstorm forecast has put Saturday's NASCAR Cup Series qualifying in jeopardy, prompting a metric‑based lineup that could reshape the season‑ending race.
Aug 28, 2026
NASCAR’s 2027 Silly Season Unfolds
A look at the major driver contract updates, retirements, and roster shifts set to define NASCAR's 2027 season.
Aug 28, 2026
Tyler Reddick Leads a Stacked Field for the Dollar Tree 301 at New Hampshire
Tyler Reddick captured pole position with a lap of 29.054 seconds, while Josh Berry qualified second. The race will be broadcast on USA Network with streaming on HBO Max and SiriusXM.
Aug 23, 2026
NASCAR’s Final Push to the Chase at New Hampshire
The Dollar Tree 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on August 23 will decide the last spots in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs, featuring pole‑sitter Tyler Reddick, Josh Berry’s bid for a fourth straight top‑10, and a crowded chase battle.
Aug 23, 2026
NASCAR’s Final Regular‑Season Showdown at New Hampshire
The 2026 Dollar Tree 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway will crown the last regular‑season points before the Chase, featuring a deep driver field, a pole‑position battle and extensive broadcast coverage.
Aug 23, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen tops New Hampshire qualifying as Chase cutline tightens
Qualifying for the New Hampshire Cup race will determine key points moves ahead of the final regular‑season stretch.
Aug 22, 2026
Hendrick Motorsports’ 2026 Slump and the Rise of Connor Zilisch
Despite a dominant 2025 season, Hendrick Motorsports managed only six wins in 2026, prompting a roster reshuffle and a focus on young talent like Connor Zilisch.
Aug 21, 2026
NASCAR Penalties Shake Up Richmond Raceway Lineup Ahead of Cook Out 400
NASCAR Cup Series teams for Christopher Bell and Cody Ware endured technical inspection setbacks at Richmond Raceway, losing pit selection and crew chiefs, yet avoided harsher sanctions by passing on the third try.
Aug 15, 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
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
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