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Ty Gibbs captured his second NASCAR Cup Series win at Iowa Speedway, climbing to second in the standings. Crew chief Tyler Allen's pit strategy and Gibbs' late‑race defense overtook Christopher Bell, while rivals like Kyle Larson and Tyler Reddick faltered. Denny Hamlin's sixth‑place finish kept him atop the points heading into the Chase.
Denny Hamlin will line up at the back of the grid for the Iowa Speedway Cup race after a pre‑race cooling unit change, while brake problems have plagued several playoff contenders.
Texas Motor Speedway will host a tripleheader NASCAR weekend in 2027, featuring Truck, O'Reilly and Cup Series events across August 30 and early May, reviving the schedule that was missing in 2026.
NASCAR is tightening its stage format by halting races as soon as a caution flag appears in the closing ten laps, a move intended to curb prolonged yellow‑flag periods and boost on‑track excitement.
Ryan Blaney heads the betting board for the August 9 Iowa Corn 350, while a deep field of drivers including Joey Logano and Christopher Bell vie for podium spots.
Ryan Blaney opens as the odds‑on favorite for the Iowa Corn 350, but a tight field and a unique track layout promise a competitive race that could reshape the playoff picture.
Hendrick Motorsports is set to showcase its short‑track strength at Iowa Speedway, with William Byron leading a lineup that includes Chase Elliott, Kyle Larson, Alex Bowman and rising talent Corey Day.
The 2026 NASCAR Chase resets points after race 26, setting the stage for a fierce battle across Iowa, Richmond, New Hampshire and Daytona.
Ryan Blaney leads a competitive lineup for the August 9 Iowa Corn 350 at Iowa Speedway, with Ford drivers occupying the front four spots and several high‑profile drivers starting lower on the grid.
The upcoming Iowa Corn 350 will see significant driver changes, with Rajah Caruth taking over the No. 88 Chevrolet and 18‑year‑old Carson Brown making his Cup debut, while veteran Corey Heim sits out.
Ryan Blaney’s flawless lap averages and brake issues faced by several drivers highlight the competitive landscape ahead of the Iowa Corn 350.
Ryan Blaney claimed pole position with a 23.474‑second lap, while Kyle Larson and Brad Keselowski faced unexpected setbacks, heralding a competitive NASCAR Cup Series event broadcast on USA Network.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway will feature a $11.23 million purse, live coverage on USA and HBO Max, and a competitive starting lineup led by Denny Hamlin in the points standings.
Ryan Blaney secured pole position at Iowa Speedway with a 23.474‑second lap, while Chase Elliott, Brad Keselowski and other top drivers faced notable challenges during practice and qualifying.
With live coverage on USA Network at 3:30 p.m. ET, the upcoming Iowa Corn 350 promises high‑speed drama on the 0.894‑mile short track, featuring top contenders like Ryan Blaney, Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott
Chase Elliott’s practice mishap at Iowa Speedway raises questions about his car’s condition and potential starting position for the upcoming race
The Cup Series returns to action on August 8 with the Iowa Corn 350 qualifying race at Iowa Speedway, marking the final month of the regular season and a critical points battle.
With the 2026 Iowa Corn 350 set for the penultimate race before The Chase, oddsmakers and data‑driven forecasts converge on Kyle Larson and a high‑risk underdog, while veteran William Byron seeks redemption.
The upcoming Iowa Corn 350 will feature a reduced chartered lineup, a unique qualifying format and a live broadcast on USA Network, marking a distinctive finale to the 2026 NASCAR season.
Qualifying and practice sessions at Iowa Speedway will set the stage for the Iowa Corn 350, with Connor Zilisch leading the metric scores and the race marking one of the final four points events of the regular season.
After six years away, NASCAR’s preseason exhibition will be staged at Daytona in February 2027, blending historic significance with practical scheduling advantages.
NASCAR announced that Carson Brown will replace Rajah Caruth in the No. 88 Chevrolet for the 2026 O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, debuting at Iowa Speedway. Caruth, 20 points behind the playoff cut, secures a secondary deal to remain eligible, as the series prepares for a historic showdown at Daytona.
After a string of poor finishes, the three leading Cup drivers seek redemption at Iowa Speedway before the final Chase races decide the championship.
The 2025 Iowa Corn 350 brings together a mix of seasoned short‑track specialists and rising contenders, with Denny Hamlin leading the betting board despite a lack of prior victories at the 0.875‑mile venue.