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A new 2025 qualifying metric sets the lineup for Sunday’s 267‑lap race at Chicagoland Speedway, with new non‑chartered entries and a live TNT broadcast.
With the race scheduled for July 5, 2026 at 6 p.m. ET, analysts highlight tire management, historical performances and driver form as key factors for bettors.
NASCAR called off Saturday's O'Reilly Auto Parts Series qualifying at Chicagoland Speedway due to thunderstorms, opting for a brief practice session. Should Cup qualifying also be canceled, the starting order for Sunday's 38‑car eero 400 will be determined by reversing the metric scores, giving Ty Gibbs the pole and J.J. Yeley the last spot. The race will air live on TNT at 6 p.m. ET.
The 2026 eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway brings back the Next Gen car and a field of 18 drivers who last competed there in 2019, with analysts forecasting Hamlin, Larson and Logano as top contenders.
Denny Hamlin’s recent surge to the top of the standings, driven by solid performances and Tyler Reddick’s misfortune, sets the stage for a deep dive into the upcoming Chicago race, where tire dynamics and rivalries could reshape the playoff picture.
The NASCAR Cup Series returns to Chicagoland Speedway on July 5 for the first time since 2019, featuring the debut of the Next Gen car and a field of 18 drivers who raced there in 2019.
Kyle Larson, a Hendrick Motorsports driver, is confident about his performance at Chicagoland Speedway, where he hopes to end a 42‑race winless drought and contend for a $1 million prize in the second round of NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge.
Denny Hamlin tops the betting board at +300, with Tyler Reddick and Kyle Larson close behind, while veteran Brad Keselowski eyes a historic win.
Kyle Larson, a top‑five finisher in five of his last six races, is poised to break a 42‑race winless drought at Chicagoland Speedway, where his average finish tops the series history.
Kyle Larson, piloting for Hendrick Motorsports, heads into the weekend at Chicagoland Speedway with a strong record on the 1.5‑mile track and a personal mission to finally break his winless streak.
Kyle Larson is optimistic about his performance at Chicagoland Speedway, where NASCAR will host its first Cup Series race since 2019.
Shane van Gisbergen, celebrated for his road‑course dominance, now confronts a new challenge on the tri‑oval at Chicagoland Speedway. With Brad Keselowski and Ford aiming for their first victory of the season, the eero 400 promises pivotal playoff implications.
The second round of the NASCAR Cup Series In‑Season Tournament lands at Chicagoland Speedway, featuring sixteen drivers, key rivalries and strategic battles.
Larson’s strong track record, recent form and a $1 million prize up for grabs set the stage for a compelling duel with William Byron at Chicago’s iconic speedway.
Kyle Larson’s recent test at Chicagoland Speedway has him confident ahead of a high‑stakes race against William Byron, where a $1 million prize and a historic track revival add extra intrigue.
Kyle Larson, a veteran of the NASCAR Cup Series, is poised to compete at Chicagoland Speedway, where his past performances and recent form place him as a strong contender for the $1 million prize.
Kyle Larson, fresh off a strong performance at Sonoma, is optimistic about his chances at Chicagoland Speedway as NASCAR returns this weekend.
Kyle Larson aims to end his winless streak at Chicagoland as NASCAR returns with the eero 400, facing William Byron in a high‑stakes In‑Season Challenge.
Kyle Larson is confident about his performance at Chicagoland Speedway, seeking to end a 42‑race winless drought and contend for a $1 million prize.
Kyle Larson’s recent form, historic track performance and a $1 million showdown with William Byron set the stage for a pivotal race at Chicagoland Speedway.
Kyle Larson, a four‑time top‑five finisher at Chicagoland Speedway, is poised to break a 42‑race winless drought and contend for a million‑dollar prize in the upcoming eero 400.
Kyle Larson’s strong history at Chicagoland Speedway, recent testing gains and a showdown with teammate William Byron headline the series’ long-awaited return to Illinois.
Kyle Larson aims to break his 42‑race winless streak at Chicagoland Speedway, facing William Byron in a high‑stakes $1 million In‑Season Challenge.
Kyle Larson, a Hendrick Motorsports veteran, is confident about his performance at 1.5‑mile tracks, especially Chicagoland Speedway, where he hopes to finally end a 42‑race winless stretch while facing William Byron in NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge.