
NASCAR Cup Series Returns to Watkins Glen in 2026
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.
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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.

A late‑race wreck involving Cody Ware at Watkins Glen divided viewers, as NASCAR chose not to throw a caution flag, allowing Shane van Gisbergen to claim victory.

A high‑speed crash involving Cody Ware was overlooked during FOX's live broadcast of the Watkins Glen NASCAR race, igniting social media backlash and calls for the network's contract to be reconsidered.

NASCAR enthusiasts took to Twitter and other platforms to criticize FOX Sports for overlooking key on‑track incidents during Sunday’s Cup Series race, including spins involving Bubba Wallace, Cody Ware and Josh Berry, sparking concerns about declining viewership.
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.

While the race featured a high proportion of lead‑lap completions, several untelevised moments reshaped the outcome, from driver frustrations to fuel miscalculations.