NASCAR Makes a Comeback at Chicagoland Speedway After Seven-Year Absence
The Cup Series returns to the 1.5‑mile oval after a long hiatus, with Hamlin favored and Reddick close behind.
Jul 2, 2026
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NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway After Six-Year Hiatus
The upcoming event at Illinois’ 1.5‑mile track features practice and qualifying schedules for the Cup and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, while the ARCA Menards Series makes its return.
Jul 1, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway After Seven-Year Hiatus
NASCAR is set to make its long‑awaited return to Chicagoland Speedway, with qualifying orders already revealing early leaders in both the Cup and O’Reilly Series.
Jul 1, 2026
NASCAR Doubleheader at Chicagoland Speedway Sets Stage for High‑Stakes Racing
The eero 400 and Cuervo 300 will feature full fields, multiple stages and nationwide broadcast coverage, while betting markets open ahead of the July 4‑5 events.
Jul 1, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland with 2026 eero 400
NASCAR’s 2026 eero 400 will bring the Cup Series back to Chicagoland Speedway after a seven‑year hiatus, showcasing a full grid, guaranteed charters and a high‑profile driver swap.
Jun 30, 2026
NASCAR’s 2026 eero 400 Returns to Chicagoland
NASCAR announced that the 2026 eero 400 will be held at Chicagoland Speedway, bringing the premier stock‑car series back to Illinois for the first time since 2019. The event will showcase a full complement of charter entries, open slots, and a high‑profile driver replacement.
Jun 30, 2026
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
NASCAR 2027 Silly Season: Who Could Move Up?
As the 2027 NASCAR Silly Season unfolds, drivers like Sam Mayer, Austin Hill, Layne Riggs, Chandler Smith and Sammy Smith are emerging as key candidates for Cup Series promotions, each backed by distinct performance trends and sponsorship landscapes.
Jun 29, 2026
Connor Zilisch Claims First Top‑Ten Finish at Sonoma Raceway
Connor Zilisch finished seventh at Sonoma, a milestone after a string of near‑misses on road courses.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Second Sonoma Victory, Eyes Oval Focus
After a dramatic crash in San Diego, Shane van Gisbergen rebounded at Sonoma Raceway in June 2026, scoring his second Cup Series win of the season and moving to 14th in the standings.
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
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 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
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
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
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
Van Gisbergen’s Sonoma Sweep Nears Gordon’s Road‑Course Record
Shane van Gisbergen's double victory at Sonoma puts him within one win of Jeff Gordon's road‑course record, while Ty Gibbs shines, Tyler Reddick falters, and Denny Hamlin retakes the points lead.
Jun 29, 2026
NASCAR’s 2026 San Diego Race Sets Viewership Record
Austin Hill secured Stage 1 and his second O'Reilly Series win of the year, while Taylor Gray captured Stage 2. The race marked the only victory for a Richard Childress Racing driver and drew 1.2 million viewers on The CW, the longest telecast in NASCAR history for a non‑weather‑impacted event.
Jun 28, 2026
NASCAR’s San Diego 2026 Race Sets Viewership Record
The 2026 United Rentals Driven to Serve 250 in San Diego drew 1.2 million viewers and lasted over four hours, marking the longest non‑weather‑affected telecast in NASCAR history.
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
Sonoma’s Final Road‑Course Showdown Sets the Stage for the In‑Season Challenge
The Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway on June 28 will crown the first champion of the In‑Season Challenge, with odds favoring Shane van Gisbergen, Kyle Larson and Tyler Reddick, while pole‑sitter Ty Gibbs and other top picks prepare for a high‑stakes battle.
Jun 28, 2026
NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge Heads to Sonoma for Million‑Dollar Showdown
This weekend the Cup Series travels to Sonoma Raceway, where 32 drivers will battle in a single‑elimination bracket for a $1 million prize, broadcast live on TNT and truTV.
Jun 28, 2026