NASCAR Points Battle Tightens as Hamlin Chases Reddick’s Lead
Tyler Reddick still tops the Cup Series standings, but Denny Hamlin's recent surge has narrowed the gap, setting up a fierce chase for the playoff cutoff.
Jun 14, 2026
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Hamlin’s Pocono Victory Shakes Up NASCAR Chase as Reddick Holds Lead
Denny Hamlin won the Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway, moving to second in the standings behind Tyler Reddick, who leads with 353 points.
Jun 14, 2026
Hamlin’s Streak Shrinks Reddick’s Lead Ahead of Coronado Street Race
Denny Hamlin's four consecutive wins have erased much of Tyler Reddick's championship advantage, while Austin Cindric clings to a precarious bubble and the field prepares for an unprecedented street course at Naval Base Coronado.
Jun 14, 2026
Hamlin’s Pocono Triumph Narrows Gap to Reddick in Points Battle
Denny Hamlin won the Pocono Cup race, cutting his deficit to points leader Tyler Reddick, while a Lap‑46 crash involving several top drivers altered the standings.
Jun 14, 2026
Hamlin Secures Third Straight Win at Pocono, Eyes Reddick in Points Battle
Denny Hamlin's third consecutive victory at Pocono brings him within 19 points of points leader Tyler Reddick, while a lap‑46 crash involving several top drivers reshuffles the standings and heightens the stakes for the upcoming Chase.
Jun 14, 2026
Denny Hamlin clinches third consecutive win at Pocono
Denny Hamlin won the NASCAR race at Pocono Raceway, securing three straight victories for the first time in his career. The event was less dramatic than expected, with Hamlin earning 67 points and stage points in both stages.
Jun 14, 2026
Hamlin Wins Thrilling Pocono Cup Race
Denny Hamlin clinched a dramatic Pocono Cup victory after Christopher Bell’s fuel miscalculation, reshaping the championship standings.
Jun 14, 2026
NASCAR’s Great American Getaway 400 Returns to Pocono Raceway
On June 14, the Cup Series will stage a 400‑mile race at Pocono Raceway, featuring a triangular layout, three-stage format and an exclusive Prime Video broadcast with a free trial for new subscribers.
Jun 14, 2026
NASCAR’s Great American Getaway 400 Returns to Pocono
The 2026 Pocono race will feature a 38‑car lineup, with Hamlin on pole and a full slate of drivers competing under clear skies, broadcast live on Prime Video.
Jun 14, 2026
NASCAR’s Great American Getaway 400 Set for June 14 at Pocono
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway will be streamed live on Prime Video at 1 p.m. ET, with Denny Hamlin leading a competitive top five.
Jun 14, 2026
NASCAR’s Pocono Summer Spectacle Returns June 14, Streamed Exclusively on Prime Video
The 2026 Pocono Raceway event promises high‑octane competition, a unique three‑stage format and a free‑trial streaming option for new Prime Video subscribers.
Jun 14, 2026
Hamlin Eyes Third Straight Win at Pocono’s Great American Getaway 400
Denny Hamlin will lead the field at Pocono Raceway on Sunday, aiming for his third consecutive Cup Series victory while Tyler Reddick tops the standings.
Jun 14, 2026
Denny Hamlin Takes Pole for The Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono
Denny Hamlin secured pole position with a 51.948-second lap at 173.250 mph, aiming for his third consecutive win from the front row. The full starting grid features top qualifiers Kyle Larson, Daniel Suarez, Ty Gibbs and Chase Briscoe, along with a deep field of 38 drivers representing major teams.
Jun 14, 2026
Denny Hamlin Takes Pole for Pocono’s Great American Getaway 400 as NASCAR Moves Start Time
Denny Hamlin secured the pole for the 16th points‑paying event of the 2026 Cup Series, with the start shifted earlier to dodge forecasted rain.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Claims Pole at Pocono as Weather Forces Early Start
Denny Hamlin captured pole position at Pocono Raceway, beating Kyle Larson by a narrow margin, while the NASCAR Cup Series adjusted the race start to 1 p.m. to avoid inclement weather. The grid features a mix of seasoned competitors and rising talent.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Takes Pole as NASCAR Sets Pocono Grid
Denny Hamlin secured pole position with a 51.948-second lap, leading a strong showing from Joe Gibbs Racing. Several competitors will start at the back due to mechanical issues, setting the stage for a competitive race.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Takes Pole as NASCAR Sets Grid for Pocono’s Great American Getaway 400
Denny Hamlin claimed pole position in Saturday's qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series event at Pocono Raceway, with Kyle Larson and Daniel Suarez following. Joe Gibbs Racing secured multiple top‑five spots, while RFK Racing's Ryan Preece and Brad Keselowski will begin the race from the rear after engine changes. Bubba Wallace's crash resulted in a DNQ, and the event was moved up to avoid inclement weather.
Jun 13, 2026
Pocono 400 Returns in 2026 with Record Speed and New Storylines
Denny Hamlin grabs pole at 173.250 mph as Christopher Bell races with a cast and Bubba Wallace faces a backup car.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Secures Pole as Wallace Crashes in Pocono Qualifying
Denny Hamlin took pole position with a 51.948‑second lap, while Bubba Wallace’s qualifying mishap sent him to the rear of the grid and Christopher Bell competed despite a fractured wrist, setting the stage for a highly anticipated race streamed on Amazon Prime Video
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin grabs pole as Keselowski and Wallace stumble at Pocono
Denny Hamlin secured the pole with a 51.948‑second lap, while Brad Keselowski faced mechanical trouble and Bubba Wallace spun out during qualifying at Pocono Raceway.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Leads the Odds at Pocono as Betting Landscape Shifts
Denny Hamlin tops the betting market for the Pocono event, drawing comparisons to past legends while a deep field of contenders jostles for position.
Jun 13, 2026
NASCAR Brings the 2026 Great American Getaway to Pocono
NASCAR announces that the 2026 Cup Series event at Pocono will feature a streamlined qualifying format, with each driver completing one lap to set the starting order for the Great American Getaway 400.
Jun 13, 2026
Saturday’s Qualifying Order Takes Shape at Pocono Raceway
NASCAR’s Saturday qualifying session at Pocono Raceway will set the starting lineups for both the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and the Cup Series, using a metric-based order that reflects recent performance.
Jun 12, 2026
NASCAR Qualifying Sets Stage for Pocono Showdown
Saturday’s qualifying for the O’Reilly Auto Parts and Cup Series at Pocono Raceway will see Patrick Emerling atop the O’Reilly order and Casey Mears leading the Cup field, with metric scores dictating the lineup.
Jun 12, 2026