NASCAR Returns to Sonoma for $1 Million In‑Season Showdown
The Toyota/Save Mart 350 marks the start of TNT Sports' Cup Series coverage, featuring a $1 million bracket competition and a tribute to Kyle Busch.
Jun 28, 2026
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NASCAR Roars Back to Sonoma for Toyota/Save Mart 350
NASCAR returns to Sonoma Raceway with a 110‑lap showdown, pole sitter Ty Gibbs, favorite Shane van Gisbergen, and a $1 million bracket, while honoring the late Kyle Busch.
Jun 28, 2026
Cooper Albers Unveils 2026 NASCAR Toyota / Save Mart 350 Odds at Sonoma
Analyst Cooper Albers and DraftKings Sportsbook have published the complete odds for the 2026 Toyota / Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, highlighting Denny Hamlin as the +550 favorite and outlining a deep field of contenders.
Jun 28, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Challenge Begins June 28 with 16 Head‑to‑Head Showdowns
NASCAR’s new in‑season challenge tournament kicks off on June 28, featuring 16 head‑to‑head matchups at Sonoma Raceway. Winners move on to a series of rounds across the United States, culminating at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 26.
Jun 27, 2026
Ty Gibbs Takes Pole at Sonoma as Qualifying Delivers Surprises
Ty Gibbs secured the pole for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway with a 74.829‑second lap, marking his third career pole. The qualifying round featured unexpected crashes and a points‑leader’s mid‑pack start.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR Practice Highlights: Van Gisbergen Leads, Byron Shines, Issues Mount for Jones and Bell
Shane van Gisbergen topped the timing sheets but reported a loose wheel, while William Byron posted strong metrics and praised his car's ride quality. Erik Jones suffered two off‑road incidents, and Christopher Bell and Connor Zilisch also raised concerns.
Jun 27, 2026
Gibbs Claims Pole as Sonoma Qualifying Ends in a Photo Finish
Ty Gibbs secured pole position in the NASCAR Cup Sonoma race with a lap of 1:14.829s, beating Carson Hocevar by 0.025s. The top six were separated by less than a tenth of a second, while Christopher Bell’s wrist injury and Bubba Wallace’s early crash added further intrigue.
Jun 27, 2026
Ty Gibbs grabs pole at Sonoma as qualifying ends in a photo‑finish
Ty Gibbs secured pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma, edging Carson Hocevar by 0.025 seconds, while incidents involving Bubba Wallace and Cody Ware added drama.
Jun 27, 2026
Gibbs and Hocevar Take Pole for Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma
Ty Gibbs secured the pole position as Carson Hocevar qualified second, while Bubba Wallace will start from the rear after a qualifying incident.
Jun 27, 2026
Gibbs and Hocevar to Lead Sonoma NASCAR Race as Broadcast Shifts to TNT
Ty Gibbs and Carson Hocevar will start at the front of Sunday’s NASCAR race at Sonoma Raceway, with a pole time of 74.829 seconds, while a new TNT broadcast crew takes over from Prime Video.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR Sets Up Sonoma Showdown for 2026
The 2026 Sonoma Raceway event promises a $11.2 million purse, 36 drivers, and a dramatic points battle.
Jun 27, 2026
Ty Gibbs Claims Pole for Sonoma NASCAR Race
Ty Gibbs secured the pole position with a 1:14.829 lap, while qualifying details and broadcast information were released for the upcoming Toyota/Save Mart 350.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR Qualifying Thrills at Sonoma: Ty Gibbs Poles, Bubba Wallace’s Mishap
Ty Gibbs secured pole position with a 1:14.829 lap at Sonoma Raceway, while Bubba Wallace's qualifying incident and Ryan Blaney's fastest practice time set the tone for a competitive weekend.
Jun 27, 2026
2026 Toyota Save Mart 350: A Road‑Course Showdown at Sonoma
An early look at the drivers, weather, and betting landscape for the 2026 Toyota Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway.
Jun 27, 2026
Sonoma Showdown: Drivers Gear Up for a Historic NASCAR Race
The Sonoma Raceway is set to host another thrilling NASCAR Cup Series event, blending its unique elevation and short‑track layout with a deep field of contenders.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Sonoma in 2026 with New Split‑Group Qualifying
NASCAR has confirmed a June 2026 race at Sonoma Raceway, introducing a two‑group qualifying system where the fastest single lap decides the starting grid. Shane van Gisbergen, the 2025 pole winner, headlines the entry list alongside a full complement of Cup Series drivers.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR Confirms 2026 Sonoma Race and Split-Group Qualifying Format
NASCAR will return to Sonoma Raceway in June 2026, employing a split-group qualifying system where the fastest lap in a single round determines the grid, with Group A and Group B each fielding a distinct roster of drivers.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR Announces In‑Season Challenge Tournament with Head‑to‑Head Matchups
The 2025 NASCAR season introduces a new tournament structure that begins on June 28 at Sonoma Raceway, featuring 16 head‑to‑head matchups and ending with a final at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 26.
Jun 27, 2026
Group qualifying makes its debut at Sonoma
NASCAR will split the field into two groups for a 20‑minute qualifying session, with the combined results determining the starting lineup for the 110‑lap road‑course race broadcast live on TNT.
Jun 27, 2026
Van Gisbergen Eyes Redemption at Sonoma as In‑Season Challenge Kicks Off
Shane van Gisbergen enters the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway as the oddsmakers' favorite, but his recent crash in San Diego has left him hungry for a rebound. The 2026 In‑Season Challenge begins this weekend, introducing a new points twist that could reshape the playoff picture and add extra stakes for every driver on the grid.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR In-Season Tournament Kicks Off at Sonoma with Million-Dollar Showdown
The inaugural round of the NASCAR Cup Series In-Season Tournament at Sonoma Raceway sets the stage for a high‑stakes competition.
Jun 27, 2026
Van Gisbergen Eyes Sonoma Victory as Betting Odds Favor Him Over Zilisch
Shane van Gisbergen is the betting favorite for the Sonoma race, but Connor Zilisch and a deep field of drivers could still deliver a dramatic upset.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR’s New Steering Era Brings a Surge in Driver Injuries
A look at how the move to rack-and-pinion steering is reshaping the health landscape for today’s drivers.
Jun 26, 2026
NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge Kicks Off at Sonoma with $1 Million Prize at Stake
NASCAR returns to Sonoma Raceway for a road‑course weekend, where a $1 million In‑Season Challenge begins and qualifying metrics set the stage for a high‑stakes race.
Jun 26, 2026