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Dale Earnhardt Jr. defended the TNT broadcast after fans questioned the analysts’ forecasts, as Shane van Gisbergen won the race and Chase Briscoe finished second, eliciting a divided response from the audience.
After a gripping Sonoma event, the latest power rankings reveal how track position and tactical decisions are reshaping the playoff picture, with Larson and Blaney dominating recent form and Bell making a surprising return.
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.
NASCAR is set to return to Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, Illinois, for the eero 400, marking the first race at the track since 2019. The weekend features practice, qualifying and the July 5 main race, while the series’ points battle is led by Denny Hamlin and recent upsets add intrigue.
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Chicagoland Speedway for the eero 400, marking the series’ second in‑season showdown and giving Alex Bowman a shot at consecutive wins.
Shane van Gisbergen continues to dominate road courses, while Tyler Reddick's season unravels, and Denny Hamlin eyes gains. With Tony Stewart's legacy in focus and eero sponsoring the new Chicago event, the series heads into an exciting stretch.
Sixteen drivers remain in the In‑Season Challenge, battling for a $1 million prize at Chicagoland Speedway, where a key Hendrick Motorsports duel and a returning 1.5‑mile venue promise high stakes.
Shane van Gisbergen edged out the competition at Sonoma Raceway, crossing the finish line just 0.357 seconds ahead of his rivals despite a subpar car. Crew chief Stephen Doran praised the driver’s ability to overcome the challenges, noting the result’s importance for the championship picture.
The opening stage of the NASCAR In-Season Challenge has delivered surprising results, with lower‑seeded drivers pulling off key victories and the schedule moving toward July finals.
A power‑steering failure eliminates the tournament’s top seed, propelling Alex Bowman into the next round. Denny Hamlin reclaims the points lead, Ty Gibbs dominates stages, and Shane van Gisbergen emerges as the early favorite as the field narrows to 16 for the Illinois race.
NASCAR is set to race at Chicagoland Speedway for the first time since 2019, with notable driver matchups, a 39‑car field and the return of recent Cup winner Corey Heim.
Shane van Gisbergen led 74 of the final 83 laps at Sonoma, edging Chase Briscoe by 0.357 seconds. The victory moves him to 14th in points and sets up a showdown at Chicagoland Speedway.
Shane van Gisbergen secured his eighth NASCAR Cup victory at Sonoma Raceway, tying Tony Stewart on the all‑time road‑course wins list, while Tyler Reddick’s championship lead evaporated due to a power‑steering failure. Rookie Connor Zilisch broke into the top ten, Ty Gibbs swept both stages and finished third, and Alex Bowman upset the top seed in the In‑Season Challenge.
Shane van Gisbergen's eighth road‑course win at Sonoma puts him on track to eclipse Jeff Gordon's record and redefine the sport's competitive landscape.
Shane van Gisbergen victorious at Sonoma, thanks sponsors, aims for Chase.
Shane Van Gisbergen’s latest Sonoma victory puts him within reach of Jeff Gordon’s road‑course record, while Noah Gragson’s clash with Kevin Magnussen and Denny Hamlin’s cautious stance add drama to a packed NASCAR calendar.
Chase Briscoe finished second in the NASCAR Cup Series Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, losing by 0.357 seconds to Shane van Gisbergen after a late-race error.
Shane van Gisbergen won at Sonoma, securing a top‑16 spot, while Tyler Reddick’s points advantage evaporated, Denny Hamlin seized the lead, Connor Zilisch finished seventh, and Joey Logano’s playoff streak faces an uncertain future.
Denny Hamlin’s climb to the top of the NASCAR Cup Series standings follows a dramatic Sonoma race where Tyler Reddick’s mechanical woes opened the door for a new points leader.
Shane van Gisbergen led most of the final laps at Sonoma Raceway, clinching his second victory of the season and cementing his status as the premier road‑course driver in the Cup Series.
The opening round of the NASCAR in‑season challenge saw the highest‑seeded driver, Tyler Reddick, knocked out by Alex Bowman, while Denny Hamlin advanced despite damage. Only two top‑10 seeds were eliminated, setting the stage for a competitive second round.
Shane van Gisbergen dominated the NASCAR Cup Series road course event at Sonoma Raceway, leading 74 of the final 83 laps before crossing the finish line in first place. The New Zealand driver celebrated with a burnout, acknowledging the strong effort of his competitors.
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.
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.