
Denny Hamlin’s Chase Lead Fueled by Joe Gibbs Racing Strength
Denny Hamlin holds a 25‑point advantage after a seventh‑place finish at New Hampshire, while his Joe Gibbs Racing teammates and rivals gear up for the final stretch.
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Denny Hamlin holds a 25‑point advantage after a seventh‑place finish at New Hampshire, while his Joe Gibbs Racing teammates and rivals gear up for the final stretch.

Hamlin’s strong performance on high‑speed circuits and a 25‑point advantage set the stage for a showdown that will decide the final Chase spots.

Josh Berry's record 73‑lap lead at New Hampshire and four consecutive top‑ten finishes have positioned him as a key figure in NASCAR's evolving landscape, even as his team plans a 2027 replacement.

Denny Hamlin’s strong start to the NASCAR Chase, bolstered by recent wins and a seventh‑place finish at New Hampshire, puts him at the top of the standings, but Team Penske’s performance on 1.5‑mile ovals remains a key storyline.

Denny Hamlin’s seventh‑place run at New Hampshire secures the top seed in the NASCAR Chase, while Team Penske’s Ryan Blaney looks to extend its short‑track advantage. With new regulations looming for the Daytona 400 and a handful of drivers battling for the final spots, the championship picture remains fluid.

Denny Hamlin enters the NASCAR Chase as the top seed, holding a 25‑point advantage and a strong record on high‑speed ovals. Meanwhile, Team Penske’s recent setbacks on 1.5‑mile tracks and new Daytona rules add intrigue to the upcoming races.

Denny Hamlin secured the top seed in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs after a seventh‑place finish at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. His Joe Gibbs Racing team has four wins this season, and he sees the Toyota's aerodynamic strength on high‑speed ovals as a decisive advantage. While Team Penske has dominated on tracks a mile or shorter, its performance on 1.5‑mile venues has been limited, prompting President Michael Nelson to acknowledge the need for improvement. Hamlin's consistency on short tracks, the locked top‑13 positions, and the tight battle for the final two playoff spots add further intrigue, especially with new Daytona regulations that eliminate practice sessions.

Contract talks between Austin Hill and Richard Childress Racing have hit a snag, casting uncertainty over the driver’s full‑time Cup Series plans for 2027. Meanwhile, teammate Josh Berry’s recent form and the team’s limited roster options add pressure to the decision.

Denny Hamlin’s seventh‑place finish at New Hampshire Motor Speedway secured the top seed in the NASCAR Cup Series Chase, giving him a 25‑point lead as the season heads into its final stretch.

Ryan Blaney overcame a pit‑crew error to win his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series race at New Hampshire, leading 115 laps and edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds. The performance highlights a pivotal tire strategy by crew chief Jonathan Hassler and sets the stage for a dramatic showdown at Daytona.

Ryan Blaney’s latest victory and Denny Hamlin’s regular‑season triumph highlight a pivotal week for Team Penske and the upcoming Daytona finale.

NASCAR’s newest driver, Josh Berry, has quickly become a cornerstone for Wood Brothers Racing, delivering consistent top‑10 results and helping shatter a long‑standing winning streak.

Ryan Preece closes the points gap, Shane van Gisbergen grapples with tire issues, and Ryan Blaney dominates New Hampshire, while Josh Berry’s historic streak adds depth to the championship picture.

Ryan Blaney turned a mid‑race pit‑crew blunder into a winning move, leading the final 74 laps and edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds. The performance underscores Team Penske’s strategic rebound and sets the stage for a showdown at Daytona.

Ryan Blaney overcame a pit‑crew mishap to charge from 17th to first, leading the final 74 laps and edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds.

Ryan Blaney overcame a pit‑crew error to win his second consecutive Cup Series race at New Hampshire, while Josh Berry’s third‑place finish extended Wood Brothers Racing’s streak and set the stage for the season‑ending showdown at Daytona.

Ryan Blaney led 115 laps and outlasted Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, securing his 20th career win and third of the season. The race featured a critical lug‑nut mishap, a switch from wet to slick tires, and a cascade of incidents that reshaped the playoff picture as the series heads to Daytona on August 29.

Ryan Blaney led 115 laps and edged Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, with a critical pit‑crew error and tire strategy playing pivotal roles.

Ryan Blaney overcame a costly lug‑nut failure to win the Dollar Tree 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds and securing his 20th career win.

Ryan Blaney led 115 laps and out‑duelled Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds, securing his second straight Cup Series triumph and the third win of the season.

Ryan Blaney led most of the race and won his second consecutive Cup Series event, while the championship now shifts to Daytona.

Lucas Stone, an 11‑year‑old from Bassett, Virginia, designed a banner for the Kids Color PPG program that blends patriotism with his love of NASCAR. His family’s deep‑rooted connection to the sport and the involvement of driver Josh Berry underscore the event’s role in engaging the next generation of fans.

Ryan Blaney led 115 laps before a late pit‑stop hiccup, but strategic adjustments helped him secure his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series win at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, positioning the championship battle for the season‑ending race at Daytona.

Ryan Blaney led 115 laps to take his second consecutive Cup Series victory at New Hampshire, finishing 0.586 seconds ahead of Bubba Wallace. The race featured a dramatic pit‑stop failure, a switch from wet‑weather to slick tires, and a mechanical failure that ended Ross Chastain’s Chase hopes, setting the stage for a decisive Daytona finale.