
Group qualifying makes its debut at Sonoma
NASCAR will split the field into two groups for a 20‑minute qualifying session, with the combined results determining the starting lineup for the 110‑lap road‑course race broadcast live on TNT.
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NASCAR will split the field into two groups for a 20‑minute qualifying session, with the combined results determining the starting lineup for the 110‑lap road‑course race broadcast live on TNT.

Shane van Gisbergen enters the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway as the oddsmakers' favorite, but his recent crash in San Diego has left him hungry for a rebound. The 2026 In‑Season Challenge begins this weekend, introducing a new points twist that could reshape the playoff picture and add extra stakes for every driver on the grid.

The inaugural round of the NASCAR Cup Series In-Season Tournament at Sonoma Raceway sets the stage for a high‑stakes competition.

Long‑shot predictions for the upcoming NASCAR race highlight three drivers with favorable odds and recent track records that could reshape the betting landscape.
Shane van Gisbergen is the betting favorite for the Sonoma race, but Connor Zilisch and a deep field of drivers could still deliver a dramatic upset.

NASCAR’s next road‑course showdown at Sonoma brings fresh stakes, strategic pit work and DraftKings fantasy recommendations for fans.

Pearce Dietrich’s rankings for the 2026 Toyota / Save Mart 350 highlight the critical role of brake modulation and late‑corner strategy at Sonoma, spotlighting a mix of seasoned road‑course specialists and rising contenders.

The 2026 Toyota / Save Mart 350 NASCAR race will be held on June 28 at 7:30 p.m. ET on TNT at Sonoma Raceway, featuring warm summer conditions, a tight points battle among Tyler Reddick, Denny Hamlin and Ryan Blaney, and early betting favorites Shane Van Gisbergen and Connor Zilisch.
NASCAR returns to Sonoma Raceway for a road‑course weekend, where a $1 million In‑Season Challenge begins and qualifying metrics set the stage for a high‑stakes race.
With Cup Series qualifying determining the lineup for Sunday’s Toyota/Save Mart 350, the NASCAR In‑Season Challenge begins this weekend, offering a $1 million prize to the top 32 drivers who survive Round 1.

A look at the drivers who are quietly poised to make an impact at Sonoma Raceway, from Michael McDowell’s consistency to Chase Briscoe’s recent surge and Ross Chastain’s track record.

With Shane van Gisbergen tipped as the top road‑course talent, the article examines his rivals, the teams vying for supremacy, and the sleepers who could upset the odds in the final NASCAR race.

Shane van Gisbergen led 97 laps last year and outpaced Chase Briscoe, and now he eyes a repeat at the 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350, while betting analysts highlight Briscoe as a top play.

Joe Gibbs Racing’s historic road‑course pedigree, combined with strong performances from Denny Hamlin, Chase Briscoe, Christopher Bell and Ty Gibbs, sets the stage for a competitive Sonoma event, highlighted by sponsor activations from Rheem and Saia.

NASCAR will race at Sonoma Raceway in California from June 26 to June 28, 2026, featuring the Cup Series, O’Reilly Series and ARCA Menards Series, with coverage across multiple TV and streaming platforms and Tyler Reddick leading the points standings.

NASCAR’s 2026 playoff format, branded as the Chase, will bring together the 16 drivers who have accumulated the most points during the regular season. Points are reset before the final stretch, and nine races remain before the playoff field is set.

The 2026 In‑Season Challenge opens the NASCAR season on a road course, featuring key matchups, broadcast reach and storylines that could reshape early championship dynamics.

NASCAR heads to Sonoma Raceway June 26‑28 for a three‑day road‑course showdown, featuring practice, qualifying and races, with Corey Heim looking to capitalize on his recent Cup Series victory and Shane Van Ginsberg defending his title.

The upcoming Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway will pit the series’ top road‑course drivers against each other, with championship implications and surprising contenders.

With the 2026 season’s last road‑course event on the horizon, oddsmakers favor Shane van Gisbergen, while a mix of veteran and rising talent prepares for a showdown at Sonoma Raceway.

Shane van Gisbergen opens as the -150 favorite for the Sonoma road race, while Kyle Larson seeks to protect his championship lead after a strong third‑place finish in San Diego.

An exploration of part-time NASCAR drivers who have broken the odds to claim Cup Series victories, from Trevor Bayne’s 2011 Daytona 500 triumph to Corey Heim’s recent win at Naval Base Coronado.

From Trevor Bayne’s 2011 Daytona 500 triumph to Corey Heim’s 2026 San Diego victory, a select group of part‑time drivers have defied the odds, proving that occasional brilliance can still break through in a full‑time era.

While most NASCAR victories belong to full‑time competitors, a handful of part‑time drivers have etched their names in the series’ record books. Their stories, spanning more than two decades, illustrate how limited schedules can still produce moments of triumph.