
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway After 28-Year Hiatus
The 450‑lap event marked the first Cup Series race at the North Carolina short track since 1996, featuring multiple stage wins and a cascade of cautions.
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The 450‑lap event marked the first Cup Series race at the North Carolina short track since 1996, featuring multiple stage wins and a cascade of cautions.

Shane van Gisbergen's best oval finish in the NASCAR Cup Series came at North Wilkesboro Speedway, where a well‑executed pit strategy and consistent lap times carried him to a fifth‑place result behind Joey Logano, Denny Hamlin and Chase Briscoe.

The lights shone bright over North Wilkesboro Speedway as the Cup Series returned to a track that hadn't hosted a points race in 30 years. Joey Logano dominated the Window World 450, leading most laps and securing a decisive win.

The Window World 450 delivered a throwback spectacle, combining intense competition with a nostalgic return to a storied track.

Joey Logano led 323 laps to victory over Denny Hamlin at North Wilkesboro, while teammates Ryan Blaney and Todd Gilliland secured spots in the upcoming $1 million In‑Season Challenge final at Indianapolis.
The 21st points race at North Wilkesboro Speedway reshaped the standings, with Denny Hamlin leading a tight battle for the Chase and several mid‑tier drivers fighting to stay above the cutline.
Joey Logano captured the checkered flag at North Wilkesboro Speedway, ending a 45‑race winless streak that had hung over his career since the spring of 2023. The 28‑year‑old driver led 321 of the 400 laps, a record haul that underscored his dominance and marked his 38th victory in the Cup Series.
Joey Logano captured the Window World 450 at North Wilkesboro Speedway, moving into 15th place in the NASCAR Cup Series points standings while Denny Hamlin widened his lead and Tyler Reddick faced a setback.

Joey Logano captured victory at North Wilkesboro Speedway, while Denny Hamlin widened his championship advantage after Tyler Reddick’s late-race setback.

Joey Logano's commanding performance at North Wilkesboro Speedway marked the first points‑paying Cup event at the venue since 1996, with strategic pit work and multiple cautions defining the outcome.

Joey Logano captured his first win since May 2025 at North Wilkesboro, leading 323 of 450 laps and setting up a $1 million showdown for the championship finale at Indianapolis.

Joey Logano's dominant performance at North Wilkesboro marked the track's first points‑paying event since 1986, amid a thunderstorm delay and strategic pit work.

Joey Logano’s victory, leading a career‑high 323 laps, propels him into the top 16 while Erik Jones drops below the provisional Chase line.

Joey Logano captured his maiden 2026 Cup win at North Wilkesboro, leading most of the race and extending his points lead.

Chandler Smith's dominant performance at North Wilkesboro propels him into the upcoming TSport 200, where the battle for playoff spots will intensify.

Joey Logano dominated the NASCAR Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro, leading the majority of the event and vaulting into a comfortable playoff position. Denny Hamlin held second, preserving his points advantage, while Tyler Reddick’s incident dropped him in the standings.

Joey Logano captured his 38th career win at North Wilkesboro, leading 323 laps and fending off Denny Hamlin in a dramatic finish that reshapes the playoff picture.

Joey Logano's victory at North Wilkesboro reshapes the playoff picture and sets up a Ford‑centric finale at the Brickyard 400.

Christopher Bell set the fastest lap during a 50‑minute practice at Indianapolis, leading a Toyota 1‑2‑3‑4‑5 finish. Kyle Larson topped the Chevrolet results, while several drivers experienced setbacks after wall contacts.

Todd Gilliland's surprise victory over Chase Elliott at North Wilkesboro propelled him into the NASCAR In‑Season Challenge final, where he will meet Ryan Blaney for a $1 million prize. Ford is set to claim the inaugural title.

Ahead of the Brickyard 400, Cup Series teams hit the track at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, where Austin Cindric’s early power loss and Bubba Wallace’s wall contact marked the session, while Christopher Bell set the fastest lap.

NASCAR will stage the Brickyyard 400 on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, featuring a 2 p.m. ET start, live coverage on TNT, TruTV and HBO Max, and free admission for children under 15.

Analysts forecast a pole‑position battle for Chase Briscoe, stage victories for Larson and Logano, and a potential breakthrough for Denny Hamlin at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway race.

With the Brickyard 400 approaching, three rising drivers are being tipped to defy expectations and reshape the betting landscape.