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If rain forces cancellation of qualifying at Indianapolis, the Brickyard 400 field will be set by reversing the order derived from owner standings and the most recent race result, a scenario that has played out five times this season.
Bell’s 123.477 mph topped the session, while Chastain faces a pass‑through penalty and Reddick’s delayed run could impact his race outlook.
After eight straight top‑10 finishes and a win at Atlanta, Ryan Blaney is the odds‑on favorite for the first points race at North Wilkesboro in three decades, a sellout event steeped in NASCAR tradition.
Ryan Blaney enters the first points race at North Wilkesboro in three decades with a chance to capture the $1 million In‑Season Challenge semifinal and extend his dominant streak.
Alex Bowman's upcoming departure from full‑time Cup competition after the 2027 season has prompted Hendrick Motorsports to evaluate Connor Zilisch as the leading candidate for the No. 48 Chevrolet in 2028. The team is weighing a handful of promising drivers, including Trackhouse Racing’s 20‑year‑old phenom, as it prepares a seamless hand‑off.
Ryan Blaney's eight‑race top‑10 streak, recent Atlanta win, and pole position set the stage for a historic championship‑points race at North Wilkesboro, where he leads the standings and battles playoff rivals.
Ryan Blaney, the 2023 Cup Series champion, is poised to capture a landmark victory at North Wilkesboro Speedway, a race that marks the track’s first points event in three decades and draws a sellout crowd.
Ryan Blaney, fresh off an Atlanta triumph and a string of top‑10 finishes, is the favorite to capture the first points race at North Wilkesboro in three decades, a race steeped in tradition and featuring eight NASCAR icons.
The NASCAR Cup Series is making its long‑awaited comeback at North Wilkesboro Speedway, with the Window World 450 scheduled for Sunday, July 19 at 7 p.m. ET. The event will be broadcast on TNT and truTV and streamed live on DIRECTV, while the 2026 calendar promises a full slate of races across the United States.
The NASCAR Cup Series is set to make a historic comeback at North Wilkesboro Speedway, a venue that hasn't hosted a points‑racing event in three decades. The Window World 450 will light up the track on Sunday, July 19, at 7 p.m. Eastern Time, and fans will be able to watch the action live on both TNT and truTV.
In oppressive heat, Chandler Smith’s flawless run to the checkered flag left Layne Riggs in second, while the championship battle tightened and several drivers battled cockpit overheating.
Rain‑delayed qualifying saw Ryan Blaney take the pole for the first points‑paying NASCAR Cup race at North Wilkesboro since 1996, a 450‑lap event that will be televised on TNT and streamed on HBO Max and NASCAR.com.
As the NASCAR Cup Series rolls into Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 26 for the Brickyard 400, analysts predict a tight battle among Christopher Bell, Chase Elliott and Ryan Blaney, while defending winner Bubba Wallace looks to repeat.
The 2026 Brickyard 400 will feature top drivers making their case for a crown‑jewel victory, with predictions centered on Christopher Bell, Chase Elliott and Ryan Blaney.
Ryan Blaney will start first for the Cup Series event at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19, after rain washed out qualifying. The race will be televised on TNT, streamed on HBO Max, and feature a full slate of drivers and teams.
Rain forced the cancellation of Saturday’s qualifying session at North Wilkesboro Speedway, prompting NASCAR to set the lineup using a points‑based formula. Ryan Blaney will lead the field, while several high‑profile drivers will start beyond the 25th position. The race will be televised nationally on TNT and available via HBO Max, NASCAR.com and SiriusXM channel 90.
After a 30‑year hiatus, the NASCAR Cup Series will stage its first points‑paying event at North Wilkesboro Speedway. Revived in 2023 and having hosted the All‑Star Race for three straight years, the North Carolina track now welcomes a larger field of cars, setting the stage for intensified competition and unpredictable on‑track drama.
Ryan Blaney will lead the field for the July 19 NASCAR Cup Series event at North Wilkesboro Speedway after a rain‑washed qualifying session, marking the first points‑paying race at the venue since 1996.
Ryan Blaney will lead the field at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19, marking the first points‑paying NASCAR Cup event at the track since 1996. The race will be televised nationally on TNT and streamed on HBO Max, NASCAR.com and SiriusXM.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series will stage a 450‑lap, 281.25‑mile race at North Wilkesboro Speedway, featuring a hybrid starting grid, three distinct stages, and coverage across TNT, HBO Max, NASCAR.com and SiriusXM.
The 2026 Window World 450 will blend a unique starting‑grid formula with a three‑stage endurance test, while fans can watch the action on TNT, HBO Max and a suite of audio platforms.
Persistent rain forced NASCAR to cancel qualifying at North Wilkesboro Speedway, promoting Ryan Blaney to pole position. Penalties hit Ross Chastain after multiple inspection failures, while Christopher Bell’s practice speed and Joey Logano’s win drought add intrigue to the upcoming race.
NASCAR returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 18 for a historic points‑paying race, broadcast on TNT and streaming on HBO Max, showcasing a blend of legacy and new competition.
A historic points‑paying race is scheduled for July 18, 2026 at North Wilkesboro Speedway, featuring a unique track layout, a star‑studded lineup and a distinctive victory celebration.