2026 NASCAR Cup Series: The Chase Finale at Daytona
The 2026 NASCAR season culminates with a high‑stakes race at Daytona, where ticket sales begin at $63 and drivers jostle for playoff positioning.
Aug 24, 2026
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Blaney clinches second straight NASCAR Cup win at New Hampshire
Ryan Blaney overcame a pit‑crew error to win his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series race at New Hampshire, leading 115 laps and edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds. The performance highlights a pivotal tire strategy by crew chief Jonathan Hassler and sets the stage for a dramatic showdown at Daytona.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney’s New Hampshire Victory Propels Penske’s Chase Surge
Ryan Blaney’s third win of the season at New Hampshire Motor Speedway underscores Penske’s resurgence, while Denny Hamlin clinches the regular‑season title and the stage is set for a dramatic finale.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney clinches back‑to‑back victory at New Hampshire’s Dollar Tree 301
Ryan Blaney secured his second consecutive Cup Series win at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, while crew chief Billy Plourde’s regional roots and the No. 51 team’s struggle highlighted the race’s contrasting narratives.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney’s Second Straight New Hampshire Victory Reinforces Penske’s Short‑Track Edge
Ryan Blaney clinches his second consecutive win at New Hampshire, cementing Team Penske’s short‑track supremacy as the NASCAR Cup Series heads toward the Daytona finale.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney’s Pit‑Stop Masterclass Secures Second New Hampshire Win
Ryan Blaney turned a early‑season setback into a decisive triumph at New Hampshire, capitalizing on a pit‑crew error and a strategic two‑tire stop to win his second consecutive Cup Series race.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney’s Comeback Victory at New Hampshire Highlights Strategic Pit Mastery
Ryan Blaney turned a pit‑crew mishap into a winning strategy at New Hampshire, overtaking Bubba Wallace in the final stages to claim his second straight Cup Series win.
Aug 24, 2026
Ryan Blaney Takes Back‑to‑Back Win at New Hampshire
Ryan Blaney captured his third victory of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds after a decisive two‑tire strategy call.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney clinches second straight NASCAR win at New Hampshire
Ryan Blaney overcame a pit‑crew error to win his second consecutive Cup Series race at New Hampshire, finishing just 0.586 seconds ahead of Bubba Wallace. The race featured key moves by crew chief Jonathan Hassler, penalties for Christopher Bell, and a Chase‑seeding performance by Denny Hamlin.
Aug 24, 2026
Daytona 500 Sets the Stage for a High‑Stakes Chase
Ryan Preece closes the points gap, Shane van Gisbergen grapples with tire issues, and Ryan Blaney dominates New Hampshire, while Josh Berry’s historic streak adds depth to the championship picture.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney Wins at New Hampshire as Hamlin Holds Point Lead Ahead of Chase
Ryan Blaney captured the NASCAR Cup Series win at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on August 23, 2026, edging Bubba Wallace in a wet‑weather battle. Denny Hamlin, the points leader, survived a pit‑stop delay and remains atop the standings with one race left before The Chase.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney clinches second straight NASCAR Cup win at New Hampshire
Ryan Blaney overtook Bubba Wallace in the final stages after a pit crew mishap, securing his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series victory and strengthening his playoff positioning.
Aug 24, 2026
Rain‑Soaked Drama at New Hampshire Motor Speedway
The Dollar Tree 301 delivered a chaotic, rain‑laden race at New Hampshire, featuring early leads, multiple cautions, and a strategic finish that saw Ryan Blaney take the checkered flag.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney Takes Second Straight Win at New Hampshire as Penske Eyes Playoff Momentum
Ryan Blaney captured his 20th career victory at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds. The result extends Team Penske’s winning streak and sets the stage for a dramatic playoff battle at Daytona.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney’s Late Surge Secures Back‑to‑Back NASCAR Victory at New Hampshire
Ryan Blaney turned a mid‑race pit‑crew blunder into a winning move, leading the final 74 laps and edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds. The performance underscores Team Penske’s strategic rebound and sets the stage for a showdown at Daytona.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney Clinches Back‑to‑Back NASCAR Cup Victory at New Hampshire
Ryan Blaney overcame a pit‑crew mishap to charge from 17th to first, leading the final 74 laps and edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney clinches second straight NASCAR Cup win at New Hampshire
Ryan Blaney survived a late pit‑stop mishap to take his second consecutive Cup victory, extending his points lead ahead of the season‑ending Daytona race.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney Takes Victory in Thrilling Dollar Tree 301 at New Hampshire
Ryan Blaney captured the Dollar Tree 301 NASCAR Cup Series race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on August 23, 2026, after a late surge that left him 0.715 seconds ahead of the pack.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney clinches back‑to‑back NASCAR win at New Hampshire after dramatic pit stop
Ryan Blaney overcame a pit‑crew error to win his second consecutive Cup Series race at New Hampshire, while Josh Berry’s third‑place finish extended Wood Brothers Racing’s streak and set the stage for the season‑ending showdown at Daytona.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney doubles down at New Hampshire, setting stage for Daytona showdown
Ryan Blaney led 115 laps and outlasted Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, securing his 20th career win and third of the season. The race featured a critical lug‑nut mishap, a switch from wet to slick tires, and a cascade of incidents that reshaped the playoff picture as the series heads to Daytona on August 29.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney clinches second straight NASCAR Cup win at New Hampshire
Ryan Blaney led 115 laps and edged Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, with a critical pit‑crew error and tire strategy playing pivotal roles.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney’s Late Surge Secures New Hampshire Cup Victory
Ryan Blaney overcame a pit‑road penalty to win the New Hampshire NASCAR Cup race, while teammates and rivals reflected on weather shifts, tire struggles, and crew performance.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney clinches second straight NASCAR Cup victory at New Hampshire
Ryan Blaney led 115 laps and edged Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds to secure his second consecutive Cup Series win, overcoming a lug‑nut failure and a key strategic adjustment.
Aug 24, 2026
Blaney clinches second straight NASCAR Cup victory at New Hampshire
Ryan Blaney overcame a costly lug‑nut failure to win the Dollar Tree 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds and securing his 20th career win.
Aug 23, 2026