
Blaney Takes Pole as NASCAR Prepares for Richmond Showdown
Ryan Blaney captured pole position for the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race at Richmond Raceway, setting the stage for a competitive night of racing.
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Ryan Blaney captured pole position for the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race at Richmond Raceway, setting the stage for a competitive night of racing.

Daniel Suarez topped practice with a 22.889‑second run, while Ryan Blaney secured pole position for the upcoming race.

The 2026 Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway will feature a $11.23 million prize pool, a tightly contested starting lineup and broadcast coverage across USA, HBO Max and MRN.

Austin Dillon’s recent dominance, Joey Logano’s resurgence, and Christopher Bell’s consistency headline a weekend that could reshape the playoff picture.

A Louisiana State University scholar merges her sorority heritage and racing passion into a show car that debuted at a regional conference, spotlighting diversity efforts in NASCAR.

The last regular‑season race before the playoff cut‑off brings intense betting action, strategic tire management and historic performances together at Richmond Raceway.

A forecast of showers threatens the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway, prompting NASCAR to rely on a blended qualifying metric that could place Ty Gibbs at the front of the grid.

Today's NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at Richmond Raceway features a 3:30 PM ET practice followed by a 4:40 PM ET qualifying broadcast on truTV, determining the starting order for the upcoming Cook Out 400 under the lights.

The 2026 Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway will feature veteran Josh Bilicki in a solitary open car, underscoring a broader shift in the series’ calendar and qualifying format.
Qualifying for the Iowa Corn 350 delivered a dramatic pole position for Ryan Blaney, a strong lineup from Team Penske and Hendrick Motorsports, and a broadcast plan that includes USA Network and streaming on HBO Max.

A 25‑point penalty handed to Ryan Preece after a Texas Motor Speedway incident threatens to push him out of the playoff cutoff, altering the points calculus for Austin Cindric, Shane van Gisbergen and several other contenders.

During the Iowa Corn 350, Denny Hamlin and several Toyota teammates faced severe brake failures that tested the limits of car control and sparked calls for regulatory flexibility.

Ryan Blaney secured pole position for the Iowa Corn 350 with a top lap of 134.191 mph, edging Kyle Larson and Joey Logano. Brad Keselowski’s qualifying crash may trigger a penalty, and the race will be broadcast live on USA Network at 3:30 p.m. ET on August 9.

Despite leading laps in six of seven races, Christopher Bell remains winless, tying a historic record for runner‑up finishes as the Chase looms.

Ty Gibbs overtook Christopher Bell in the closing laps of the NASCAR Cup Series Iowa Corn 350, while Ryan Blaney captured Stage 1 from the pole and finished third. The race featured multiple crashes and a gritty performance by Carson Hocevar.
NASCAR returned to Iowa Speedway on August 9, 2026, delivering a thrilling Iowa Corn 350 that saw Ty Gibbs secure his second win of the season. The race set the stage for the final stretch before the Chase.

Ty Gibbs claimed his second NASCAR Cup Series win of the season at Iowa Speedway, outpacing Christopher Bell and Ryan Blaney in a race defined by strategic stage points and surprise performances.

The August 9, 2026 NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway delivered intense competition, strategic pit work, and a surprise winner.

The NASCAR Cup Series delivered a high‑stakes showdown at Iowa Speedway, featuring pole‑sitter Ryan Blaney’s dominant practice form, intense battles for the lead, and a late‑stage maneuver by Christopher Bell that secured the maximum stage points.

Ty Gibbs captured his second NASCAR Cup Series victory at Iowa, navigating a chaotic field of crashes, penalties and strategic pit calls to finish ahead of Christopher Bell and cement Joe Gibbs Racing’s dominance.

Ty Gibbs captured his maiden NASCAR Cup Series win at Iowa Speedway, using a daring two‑tire stop to overtake Christopher Bell in the final laps and reshaping the season standings.

The upcoming Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway will feature a full field of 36 entries, including 35 full‑time competitors and an open slot for Josh Bilicki, while Austin Hill takes over the iconic No. 33 car for Richard Childress Racing.

Ryan Blaney captured Stage 1, while Ty Gibbs leveraged a timely pit strategy to win the final stage, amid crashes and penalties that altered the championship picture.

The final three races of the season will decide who makes the Chase, with intense battles at Iowa Speedway and Daytona International Speedway shaping the standings.