NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland After Seven-Year Hiatus
The Cup Series heads back to Illinois for a much‑anticipated race, featuring Kaulig Racing’s lone full‑time entry and fresh sponsorship deals.
Jul 1, 2026
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NASCAR Revives Chicagoland Speedway for 2026 In‑Season Challenge
The Cup Series returns to Illinois after a seven‑year absence, featuring a full slate of teams and crew chiefs for the second round of the NASCAR In‑Season Challenge.
Jun 30, 2026
Dodge’s NASCAR Return Set for 2027 Amid Engine Challenges
Dodge is poised to re-enter the NASCAR Cup Series in 2027 with Kaulig Racing, but the effort hinges on developing a brand‑new engine from scratch.
Jun 30, 2026
NASCAR Makes Long‑Awaited Return to Chicagoland Speedway for the eero 400
NASCAR is set to return to Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, Illinois, for the eero 400, marking the first race at the track since 2019. The weekend features practice, qualifying and the July 5 main race, while the series’ points battle is led by Denny Hamlin and recent upsets add intrigue.
Jun 30, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicago Speedway for the eero 400 After Seven-Year Hiatus
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Chicagoland Speedway for the eero 400, marking the series’ second in‑season showdown and giving Alex Bowman a shot at consecutive wins.
Jun 30, 2026
NASCAR In-Season Challenge: Early Upsets Shape the Bracket
The opening stage of the NASCAR In-Season Challenge has delivered surprising results, with lower‑seeded drivers pulling off key victories and the schedule moving toward July finals.
Jun 29, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Challenge: Top Seed Falls in Sonoma Upset
The opening round of the NASCAR in‑season challenge saw the highest‑seeded driver, Tyler Reddick, knocked out by Alex Bowman, while Denny Hamlin advanced despite damage. Only two top‑10 seeds were eliminated, setting the stage for a competitive second round.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Command at Sonoma
Shane van Gisbergen led 75 laps and held off Chase Briscoe to claim victory in the Toyota / Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, with Ty Gibbs and Christopher Bell rounding out the top finishers.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Secures Eighth Sonoma Victory, Ties Stewart for Second on Road‑Course Wins List
Shane van Gisbergen claimed his eighth Sonoma road‑course win, tying Tony Stewart for second on the all‑time list, while Ty Gibbs and Kyle Larson delivered strong performances in a tightly contested NASCAR Cup Series event.
Jun 29, 2026
Van Gisbergen Takes Second Straight Sonoma Victory, Tightens Championship Race
Shane van Gisbergen’s second consecutive win at Sonoma reshapes the Cup championship picture as the series heads to Chicagoland
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen clinches second straight Sonoma victory in In‑Season Challenge showdown
Van Gisbergen's dominant performance at Sonoma Raceway underscored his road‑course mastery and kept the championship battle tightly contested.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Victory in Sonoma’s Toyota/Save Mart 350
Shane van Gisbergen won the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, with Chase Briscoe, Ty Biggs and Kyle Larson rounding out the top three. The series now moves to Chicagoland Speedway on July 5 and Atlanta's Echopark Speedway on July 12.
Jun 29, 2026
Allmendinger and Dillon Stumble at Sonoma as NASCAR Heads to Chicagoland
AJ Allmendinger’s 16th‑place finish and Ty Dillon’s 35th‑place result at Sonoma highlighted early‑season challenges for Kaulig Racing, while the series looks ahead to Chicagoland.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Second 2026 NASCAR Road‑Course Win at Sonoma
Shane van Gisbergen dominated the 2026 Sonoma road race, leading 74 laps and securing his second win of the season. The performance placed him alongside Tony Stewart in the record books and highlighted a competitive field of drivers.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Victory at Sonoma in Thrilling NASCAR Cup Series Race
Shane van Gisbergen clinches the Toyota / Save Mart 350 at Sonoma, while Ty Gibbs wins both stages and Denny Hamlin tops the revised championship standings.
Jun 29, 2026
NASCAR Standings Shake Up After Sonoma Road Course Thriller
The latest NASCAR Cup Series standings reflect a dramatic shift after Sunday's Sonoma race, with Hamlin leading and the Chase cutline narrowing around 16 drivers.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Dominates Sonoma NASCAR Race
Shane van Gisbergen won the NASCAR race at Sonoma Raceway, leading 75 laps and edging out Chase Briscoe. Ty Gibbs finished third with 54 points and Christopher Bell fifth with 50 points.
Jun 29, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Challenge: Top Seed Falls at Sonoma
Tyler Reddick's loss to Alex Bowman and Denny Hamlin's survival set the stage for a dramatic second round at Chicagoland Speedway
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Sonoma as Denny Hamlin Seizes Points Lead
Shane van Gisbergen won the Sonoma Cup race, while Denny Hamlin overtook Tyler Reddick for the points lead after a mechanical setback for the latter.
Jun 29, 2026
Van Gisbergen Takes Command at Sonoma in In‑Season Challenge Opener
Shane van Gisbergen led 74 laps and edged Chase Briscoe by less than a second to win the Toyota/Save Mart 350, kicking off the new In‑Season Challenge with a full field of 35 drivers.
Jun 29, 2026
Hamlin Takes Points Lead After Sonoma Thriller
Denny Hamlin surged to the top of the Cup Series standings after a chaotic Sonoma event, holding a one‑point edge over the upcoming Chicagoland race while Tyler Reddick’s power‑steering woes and Erik Jones’ slide into the cutline added further intrigue.
Jun 29, 2026
NASCAR Revives Sonoma for Toyota/Save Mart 350 as In-Season Challenge Begins
The Toyota/Save Mart 350 returns to Sonoma Raceway on June 28, kicking off TNT Sports’ Cup Series broadcast window and the $1 million In‑Season Challenge, with Ty Gibbs on pole and a field of 23 drivers set to battle.
Jun 28, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Sonoma for 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350
The 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350 will take place on June 28 at Sonoma Raceway, featuring pole‑position starter Ty Gibbs, Chevrolet dominance in qualifying and Shane van Gisbergen as the FanDuel favorite.
Jun 28, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Sonoma for 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350
The 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350 will bring the NASCAR Cup Series to Sonoma Raceway on June 28, featuring a deep driver field, stage racing and betting favorites.
Jun 28, 2026