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Hamlin Takes Pole at Chicagoland as Larson Eyes End to Winless Streak

Denny Hamlin secured pole position at Chicagoland Speedway with a 30.296‑second lap, crediting ideal sun conditions. He aims for his fifth victory of the season while leading the points standings, and his co‑ownership of 23XI Racing with Michael Jordan adds extra intrigue. Kyle Larson qualified second, hoping to break a 42‑race winless streak, while RFK Racing’s Chris Buescher and Brad Keselowski will start third and fourth.

Jul 4, 2026

Hamlin Takes Pole for Chicagoland 400 as Larson Falls Just Short

Denny Hamlin secured pole position with a 30.296‑second lap, edging Kyle Larson by 0.001 seconds. Michael McDowell will start at the rear after a pre‑qualifying inspection failure. The race will feature a full field of teams and drivers, broadcast on TNT and HBO MAX.

Jul 4, 2026

NASCAR’s long‑awaited return to Illinois

After a four‑year hiatus, the Cup Series roars back to Chicagoland Speedway, with Hamlin on pole, Larson close behind, and a full 38‑car field ready for Sunday’s race.

Jul 4, 2026

NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland for Independence Day Weekend

The NASCAR Cup Series will hold its qualifying session for the eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway on July 4, featuring Denny Hamlin atop the points, Shane van Gisbergen’s recent Sonoma win, and Corey Heim’s debut after his first Cup victory.

Jul 4, 2026

Rain Forces NASCAR to Reorder Chicagoland Starting Grid

NASCAR called off Saturday's O'Reilly Auto Parts Series qualifying at Chicagoland Speedway due to thunderstorms, opting for a brief practice session. Should Cup qualifying also be canceled, the starting order for Sunday's 38‑car eero 400 will be determined by reversing the metric scores, giving Ty Gibbs the pole and J.J. Yeley the last spot. The race will air live on TNT at 6 p.m. ET.

Jul 4, 2026

Hamlin Leads NASCAR Cup as Analysts Size Up Chicago Challenge

Denny Hamlin’s recent surge to the top of the standings, driven by solid performances and Tyler Reddick’s misfortune, sets the stage for a deep dive into the upcoming Chicago race, where tire dynamics and rivalries could reshape the playoff picture.

Jul 4, 2026