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Shane van Gisbergen captured his second win in three starts this season at Sonoma, extending his streak after a Cup Series triumph, while teammate Carson Kvapil readies for a decisive race at Chicagoland that could secure his playoff berth.
Chevrolet’s star‑studded lineup heads back to Chicagoland Speedway as the track’s aged surface promises fresh drama for NASCAR’s top drivers.
After a 2,562‑day absence, Chicagoland Speedway returns to the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series schedule for the Cuervo 300, a race that could reshape the championship picture.
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.
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.
Shane van Gisbergen led 66 of 79 laps at Sonoma Raceway, holding off Connor Zilisch by 1.324 seconds to claim his sixth NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series win.
Shane van Gisbergen won the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Sonoma Raceway, with Connor Zilisch finishing second. Detailed results and stage points are provided for the Pit Boss/FoodMaxx 250 event.
Shane van Gisbergen claimed victory in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series road race at Sonoma, with Connor Zilisch and Brent Crews rounding out the podium. Viking Motorsports celebrated a breakthrough performance, while Taylor Gray's fuel misstep cost him dearly.
Shane van Gisbergen captured his second victory at Sonoma Raceway, controlling the race with fuel strategy and fending off a late‑stage surge by Connor Zilisch.
Shane van Gisbergen led 66 of 79 laps to claim his second triumph on the Sonoma road course, while JR Motorsports extended its top‑10 streak to 76 races.
Shane van Gisbergen won the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Pit Boss/FoodMaxx 250 at Sonoma Raceway, leading 66 of 79 laps and conserving fuel. Connor Zilisch fought his way from the rear to second, and Brent Crews moved into a Chase‑eligible spot. The race featured eight lead changes, four cautions, and a caution‑free final stage, while series leader Justin Allgaier kept a 207‑point edge despite finishing 26th.
The latest NASCAR race at Sonoma delivered a dramatic finish, with Shane van Gisbergen taking the checkered flag and a host of series regulars earning stage points.
Brent Crews’ race‑high 50 points at Sonoma Raceway propelled him upward as the playoff picture tightens, with only five points races left to decide The Chase contenders.
The 19th race of the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series at Sonoma Raceway saw Brent Crews surge in the points standings, while Justin Allgaier continues to dominate the championship picture.
Shane van Gisbergen won a tightly contested NASCAR O’Reilly Series event at Sonoma Raceway on June 27, 2026, after a race filled with stage battles, pit strategy and a fuel‑related drama for Taylor Gray.
Betting markets favor Shane van Gisbergen for the upcoming Sonoma road‑course event, while a deep field of drivers including Connor Zilisch and William Sawalich prepare for a pivotal weekend.
The 2026 season’s 19th race will be held at Sonoma Raceway, featuring a split‑qualifying format and a full roster of drivers.
The 2026 season will feature the O'Reilly Series at Sonoma Raceway, with a new two‑group qualifying format that determines the starting order for the Pit Boss / FoodMaxx 250.
The series will tackle Sonoma's 1.99‑mile layout, a venue known for its technical challenges and altitude shifts, with top drivers and strategic betting angles already under discussion.
Shane van Gisbergen secured pole position with a 75.029-second lap, while Austin Green’s practice crash highlighted the track’s difficulty. The event will feature 38 drivers on June 27, 2026.
Shane van Gisbergen secured pole position with a 1:15.029 lap, while Brent Crews qualified second. The June 27 event will be broadcast on the CW Network and streamed on FUBO, with audio on NASCAR.com and SiriusXM.
An overview of the drivers, sponsors, and strategic preparations as Joe Gibbs Racing heads into the Sonoma NASCAR weekend
Carson Kvapil eyes his first NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series win as he prepares for a pivotal showdown at Sonoma, amid a season of team changes and rising competition.
NASCAR is set to descend on Sonoma Raceway in California for a packed weekend of racing that will showcase its premier Cup Series alongside the O’Reilly and ARCA Menards Series.