
NASCAR All-Star Race Returns to Dover with Bowyer’s Comeback
NASCAR’s All‑Star weekend at Dover features a full slate of series, including the return of veteran Clint Bowyer.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Chris Buescher across Nascar.

NASCAR’s All‑Star weekend at Dover features a full slate of series, including the return of veteran Clint Bowyer.

The entry list for the 2026 All-Star Race at Dover Motor Speedway was released Monday, confirming that every full-time driver will compete and that the event will be the season’s sole exhibition.

The entry list for the 2026 All‑Star Race at Dover Motor Speedway has been released, featuring all 36 full‑time drivers and no open entries, setting the stage for a final showcase before the playoffs.

Tyler Reddick leads the championship by 129 points, with strong performances from Briscoe, Gibbs and others setting the stage for the upcoming All‑Star event.

Watkins Glen International will host the twelfth event of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series, introducing a new qualifying format for road courses and extending the race to 100 laps.

NASCAR is performing a detailed review of Chris Buescher's No. 17 car after the Watkins Glen race, a process that has historically led to penalties and point deductions for teams.

After a dramatic comeback from 26th place, Shane van Gisbergen captured his seventh NASCAR Cup Series victory at Watkins Glen, outpacing Michael McDowell by 7.288 seconds. The win, confirmed by a clean car inspection, marks his second consecutive triumph on the road course and bolsters his playoff standing.

The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series race at Watkins Glen International is set for Sunday, May 10, with Shane van Gisbergen on pole and Tyler Reddick leading the points standings.

Shane Van Gisbergen led 74 laps at Watkins Glen, securing his sixth road‑course win in twelve starts and leaving championship contenders scrambling.
Shane van Gisbergen led 74 of 100 laps at Watkins Glen International, crossing the finish line seven seconds ahead of Michael McDowell, while Ty Gibbs claimed third place.
NASCAR is examining the No. 17 car driven by Chris Buescher after the Watkins Glen race, a process that could affect the team's points standing.