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
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A.J. Allmendinger
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NASCAR Revives Historic North Wilkesboro Speedway for 2026 Summer Doubleheader
NASCAR’s Cup Series will race at North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, for the first time since 1996, featuring a 37‑car lineup and opening betting odds that favor stars such as Ryan Blaney and Denny Hamlin.
Jul 28, 2026
Blaney Dominates Atlanta NASCAR Cup as Weather Delays Push Race into Early Morning
Ryan Blaney led 171 laps at Atlanta Motor Speedway, but the event was marred by weather delays that stretched the finish past 2 a.m., sparking both praise and criticism.
Jul 28, 2026
Corey Heim Takes Brickyard 400 Victory in Dramatic Finish
Corey Heim secured his second career win at the Brickyard 400 by passing Denny Hamlin on the final restart, while the race delivered multiple incidents and reshaped the points standings.
Jul 27, 2026
Gilliland grabs $1 million In‑Season Challenge as Blaney’s Brickyard crash reshapes NASCAR drama
Todd Gilliland’s unexpected victory, Josh Berry’s season‑best finish and Kyle Larson’s early exit defined a chaotic Brickyard 400, awarding the In‑Season Challenge prize and reshaping the playoff picture.
Jul 27, 2026
Corey Heim clinches Brickyard 400 in a dramatic final restart
Corey Heim secured his second career victory at the Brickyard 400, outmaneuvering Denny Hamlin on the last restart while Christopher Bell followed in second. The race was marked by multiple crashes, a surprise In‑Season Challenge win for Todd Gilliland, and significant movements in the championship standings.
Jul 26, 2026
NASCAR Brings Cup Series Back to North Wilkesboro in 2026
The 2026 Window World 450 will mark the Cup Series' first visit to North Wilkesboro Speedway since 1996, sparking excitement among fans and drivers alike.
Jul 26, 2026
NASCAR to Return to North Wilkesboro Speedway in 2026 with New Qualifying Format
The 2026 season will see the Cup Series race at the historic North Wilkesboro track for the 21st event, using a simple two‑lap qualifying system that sets the starting order based on overall lap times.
Jul 26, 2026
Carson Hocevar grabs pole for Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis
Carson Hocevar secured the pole position with a lap of 186.598 mph, while Daniel Suarez will line up alongside him. The Brickyard 400 will be streamed live on TNT at 2 p.m. ET.
Jul 26, 2026
Carson Hocevar Secures Pole for 2026 Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis
Carson Hocevar grabs pole for the 2026 Brickyard 400 as teammate Daniel Suarez follows, with several top drivers reshuffled in a tightly contested qualifying session
Jul 25, 2026
Carson Hocevar Claims Pole for 2026 Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis
Carson Hocevar will lead the grid for the 2026 Brickyard 400 after posting a blistering 48.232‑second lap at 186.598 mph, with teammate Daniel Suarez right behind him. The qualifying session featured a host of surprise performances and a few early setbacks.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR to Host Historic Points Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in 2026
NASCAR will run a points race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in 2026, the first since 1996, featuring a two‑lap qualifying format and a reduced entry list that locks in Chad Finchum.
Jul 25, 2026
Hocevar Takes Pole as Spire Motorsports Dominates Indianapolis Qualifying
Carson Hocevar claimed pole for the 2026 Brickyard 400, securing a Spire Motorsports 1‑2 start alongside Daniel Suarez, while a host of playoff contenders jostle for position.
Jul 25, 2026
North Wilkesboro Speedway to Host First NASCAR Cup Series Race in 30 Years Amid Rain Threat
A historic NASCAR Cup Series event is set for North Wilkesboro Speedway this weekend, but thunderstorms pose a serious challenge to the schedule. If qualifying is washed out, a new metric will determine the starting order, potentially reshaping the grid for Sunday’s 450‑lap race.
Jul 25, 2026
Carson Hocevar Claims Pole for 2026 Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis
Hocevar secured the pole with a 0.056‑second margin over teammate Daniel Suarez, while a mix of Toyota, Ford and Chevrolet entries jostle for position ahead of the race.
Jul 25, 2026
Brickyard 400 Qualifying Set for Rain‑Free Session at Indianapolis
NASCAR’s Brickyard 400 qualifying will take place on Saturday with minimal rain risk, featuring a new metric that blends owner standings and recent race results, and three open‑car entries making the grid.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway for In‑Season Challenge Finale
The NASCAR Cup Series will race at North Wilkesboro Speedway this weekend, marking its first short‑track event since April. Qualifying was canceled due to storms, and the starting lineup will be set by a new metric, with the race broadcast live on TNT.
Jul 25, 2026
Penske to Lead NASCAR Cup Starting Grid at North Wilkesboro in 2026
Team Penske will headline the NASCAR Cup Series starting grid for the July 2026 Window World 450 at North Wilkesboro Speedway, with Ryan Blaney on pole and Ty Gibbs alongside him after qualifying was washed out.
Jul 25, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole as NASCAR Sets Grid for July’s Window World 450
Ryan Blaney clinches the pole, Ty Gibbs joins him on the front row, and a crowded field prepares for the July race at North Wilkesboro Speedway
Jul 25, 2026
Rain Threat Could Redefine Brickyard 400 Starting Grid
If rain forces cancellation of qualifying at Indianapolis, the Brickyard 400 field will be set by reversing the order derived from owner standings and the most recent race result, a scenario that has played out five times this season.
Jul 25, 2026
Logano Takes Victory in Historic NASCAR Race at North Wilkesboro
The lights shone bright over North Wilkesboro Speedway as the Cup Series returned to a track that hadn't hosted a points race in 30 years. Joey Logano dominated the Window World 450, leading most laps and securing a decisive win.
Jul 25, 2026
Logano Dominates Historic NASCAR Cup Race at North Wilkesboro
The Window World 450 delivered a throwback spectacle, combining intense competition with a nostalgic return to a storied track.
Jul 25, 2026
Logano Dominates at North Wilkesboro in Historic NASCAR Cup Victory
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.
Jul 25, 2026
Logano Ends 45‑Race Winless Streak with Dominant Victory at North Wilkesboro
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.
Jul 25, 2026