NASCAR’s Sonoma Showdown: Favorites, Contenders, and Value Picks
NASCAR's Cup Series heads to Sonoma Raceway, where Shane van Gisbergen is favored, but several road‑course specialists offer compelling value bets.
Jun 25, 2026
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Sonoma Showdown: NASCAR’s Summer Tripleheader
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.
Jun 25, 2026
NASCAR’s 2026 Chase: Who’s In, Who’s On the Bubble
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.
Jun 25, 2026
Sonoma Sets the Stage for a Fresh NASCAR Showdown
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.
Jun 25, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Sonoma Raceway for Second Road Course Event of the Season
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.
Jun 25, 2026
NASCAR’s Sonoma Showdown: A Road‑Course Battle for the Championship
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.
Jun 25, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen leads early Sonoma odds as Larson prepares defense
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.
Jun 24, 2026
Van Gisbergen Leads a Star‑Studded Field at Sonoma’s Toyota/Save Mart 350
Shane van Gisbergen heads a strong field at Sonoma’s Toyota/Save Mart 350, where road‑course expertise could reshape the championship picture.
Jun 24, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Dominates 2025 Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway
Van Gisbergen led 97 of 110 laps, surpassing Gordon's previous record and securing his fourth NASCAR Cup Series victory.
Jun 24, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Sonoma Raceway for a Competitive Weekend
NASCAR is set to descend on Sonoma Raceway in California for a packed weekend of racing that will showcase its premier Cup Series alongside the O’Reilly and ARCA Menards Series.
Jun 24, 2026
NASCAR Rankings Hold Steady Amid Surprising Shifts
The latest NASCAR driver standings reveal minimal movement at the top, but a late‑race incident reshapes the mid‑tier landscape.
Jun 24, 2026
NASCAR Double-Header at Sonoma: Cup Series Showdown and O’Reilly Auto Parts Action
The Sonoma Raceway will host a weekend of NASCAR racing featuring the Cup Series and the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, with odds, participants and teams highlighted.
Jun 24, 2026
NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge Begins at Sonoma with Million‑Dollar Showdown
The inaugural race of the NASCAR Cup Series In‑Season Challenge at Sonoma Raceway kicks off a single‑elimination tournament offering a $1 million prize and a pathway to the playoffs.
Jun 24, 2026
NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge: $1 Million Bracket and Sonoma Showdown
The NASCAR Cup Series In‑Season Challenge offers a $1 million prize, determined at Indianapolis in late July. The top 32 drivers, selected after Pocono, compete in a bracket‑style tournament, with fans able to win the same amount with a perfect bracket. This week’s matchups at Sonoma highlight Reddick’s road‑course surge, Bowman’s early exit, and a host of statistical storylines.
Jun 23, 2026
NASCAR Revs Up for Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma
The upcoming Toyota/Save Mart 350 will feature a full roster of 36 Cup Series drivers, highlighted by stars such as Kyle Larson and Austin Hill, who will contest both the Cup and Xfinity events. With no part‑time entries and a strong contingent of top teams, the race promises intense competition following a recent 39‑car showing at Naval Base Coronado.
Jun 23, 2026
NASCAR’s Sonoma Return Brings Full Grid and Fresh Lineups
NASCAR’s Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway will feature a full complement of 36 drivers, with Austin Hill contesting both the Cup and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and a host of team changes heading into the weekend.
Jun 23, 2026
NASCAR In-Season Challenge 2026: Predicted Advances Set the Stage for Million-Dollar Showdown
Early forecasts suggest several drivers will advance from the opening round at Sonoma, shaping the bracket for the $1 million prize.
Jun 22, 2026
NASCAR’s Coronado Experiment: A High‑Stakes Return to Naval Base
NASCAR staged a three‑day weekend at Naval Base Coronado, turning a limited‑access island into a 3.4‑mile racetrack. The event attracted a global audience, highlighted military collaboration, and raised questions about future races on government property.
Jun 22, 2026
NASCAR In-Season Challenge Returns with Bracket Format and $1 Million Finale
The second edition of the NASCAR In-Season Challenge features a tournament-style format during TNT Sports' summer slate, with the final two competitors meeting at the Brickyard 400 for a $1 million prize.
Jun 22, 2026
Heim Takes First Cup Win as Hamlin Closes Gap Ahead of Sonoma
Corey Heim captured his maiden NASCAR Cup Series victory at the San Diego street circuit, overtaking teammate Tyler Reddick after a flat tire. The result tightens the standings and sets the stage for the upcoming Sonoma race.
Jun 22, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Challenge Returns with Bracket‑Style Showdown
The second edition of the NASCAR In‑Season Challenge features weekly matchups, a $1 million final at the Brickyard 400 on July 26, and a bracket that could reshape drivers’ strategies.
Jun 22, 2026
AJ Allmendinger Secures Long-Term Deal with Kaulig Racing
AJ Allmendinger confirmed a multi‑year agreement with Kaulig Racing, citing personal satisfaction and a commitment to the team through 2032. The announcement comes amid a flurry of long‑term contracts being signed during the NASCAR Silly Season.
Jun 22, 2026
Corey Heim Claims Victory in Anduril 250 at San Diego Street Course
Corey Heim led from start to finish in San Diego, while Bubba Wallace and Kyle Larson followed in second and third, as the series heads toward a pivotal stretch before The Chase.
Jun 22, 2026
Corey Heim Scores First NASCAR Cup Victory at Naval Base Coronado
Corey Heim scores his first Cup win at San Diego’s Naval Base Coronado in a caution‑riddled Anduril 250, ending Denny Hamlin’s streak and highlighting Toyota’s four‑race streak.
Jun 22, 2026