Suarez Sets Fastest Practice Lap as Blaney Claims Pole at Richmond
Daniel Suarez topped practice with a 22.889‑second run, while Ryan Blaney secured pole position for the upcoming race.
Aug 14, 2026
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Cook Out 400 Returns to Richmond with $11.23 Million Purse
The 2026 Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway will feature a $11.23 million prize pool, a tightly contested starting lineup and broadcast coverage across USA, HBO Max and MRN.
Aug 14, 2026
NASCAR sanctions teams ahead of Richmond race after repeated inspection failures
NASCAR announced penalties for two Cup Series teams after multiple inspection violations, stripping pit selection privileges and ejecting crew members ahead of the Richmond Raceway event.
Aug 14, 2026
Rain Could Reshape NASCAR’s Richmond Starting Lineup
A forecast of showers threatens the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway, prompting NASCAR to rely on a blended qualifying metric that could place Ty Gibbs at the front of the grid.
Aug 14, 2026
NASCAR Qualifying at Richmond Raceway Sets the Stage for Saturday’s Cook Out 400
Today's NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at Richmond Raceway features a 3:30 PM ET practice followed by a 4:40 PM ET qualifying broadcast on truTV, determining the starting order for the upcoming Cook Out 400 under the lights.
Aug 14, 2026
Josh Bilicki’s Comeback Highlights Richmond’s Shrinking NASCAR Schedule
The 2026 Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway will feature veteran Josh Bilicki in a solitary open car, underscoring a broader shift in the series’ calendar and qualifying format.
Aug 14, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole as Iowa Corn 350 Sets Up a 350‑Lap Showdown
Qualifying for the Iowa Corn 350 delivered a dramatic pole position for Ryan Blaney, a strong lineup from Team Penske and Hendrick Motorsports, and a broadcast plan that includes USA Network and streaming on HBO Max.
Aug 13, 2026
Blaney Claims Pole for Iowa Corn 350 as Larson and Logano Follow
Ryan Blaney secured pole position for the Iowa Corn 350 with a top lap of 134.191 mph, edging Kyle Larson and Joey Logano. Brad Keselowski’s qualifying crash may trigger a penalty, and the race will be broadcast live on USA Network at 3:30 p.m. ET on August 9.
Aug 12, 2026
Iowa Speedway’s Bottom Five: A Tale of Struggle and Opportunity
The recent NASCAR weekend at Iowa Speedway exposed the challenges faced by a handful of drivers, from Cody Ware’s debut last‑place finish to the shifting fortunes of veteran competitors.
Aug 12, 2026
Ty Gibbs Takes Iowa Corn 350 Victory as Playoff Countdown Begins
NASCAR returned to Iowa Speedway on August 9, 2026, delivering a thrilling Iowa Corn 350 that saw Ty Gibbs secure his second win of the season. The race set the stage for the final stretch before the Chase.
Aug 11, 2026
NASCAR Concludes 2026 Season with Iowa Corn 350 Thriller
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series wrapped up its 14‑race schedule with a dramatic debut at Iowa Speedway, where Ryan Blaney secured the pole and Ty Gibbs took the championship point. The action now shifts to the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway.
Aug 11, 2026
Ty Gibbs Secures Second Cup Victory at Iowa Speedway
Ty Gibbs claimed his second NASCAR Cup Series win of the season at Iowa Speedway, outpacing Christopher Bell and Ryan Blaney in a race defined by strategic stage points and surprise performances.
Aug 11, 2026
NASCAR Unveils 2026 Cook Out 400 Entry List for Richmond
The upcoming Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway will feature a full field of 36 entries, including 35 full‑time competitors and an open slot for Josh Bilicki, while Austin Hill takes over the iconic No. 33 car for Richard Childress Racing.
Aug 11, 2026
NASCAR Standings Shake Up as Chase Picture Tightens Ahead of Final Stretch
The latest NASCAR Cup Series results have reshaped the championship picture, with only three races remaining before the playoffs lock in. Points are tightening around the cutoff, and every stage now carries added weight for drivers perched near the leaderboard.
Aug 11, 2026
NASCAR Playoff Cutoff Tightens After Iowa Speedway Eliminations
The latest NASCAR points standings reveal a dramatic reshuffle, with five competitors mathematically out of the 2026 title chase and a new top‑30 requirement setting the stage for a high‑stakes showdown at Richmond.
Aug 10, 2026
Gibbs’ Iowa Victory Shakes Up NASCAR Playoff Picture
Ty Gibbs captured his second victory of the season at Iowa Speedway, moving to second in the standings and narrowing the gap behind Denny Hamlin, while the race reshaped the playoff cutoff with a razor‑thin 29‑point margin.
Aug 10, 2026
NASCAR Iowa Corn 350 Preview: Blaney Leads the Charge
Ryan Blaney heads the betting board for the August 9 Iowa Corn 350, while a deep field of drivers including Joey Logano and Christopher Bell vie for podium spots.
Aug 9, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole as Iowa Corn 350 Qualifying Unfolds
Ryan Blaney claimed pole position with a 23.474‑second lap, while Kyle Larson and Brad Keselowski faced unexpected setbacks, heralding a competitive NASCAR Cup Series event broadcast on USA Network.
Aug 8, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Iowa Speedway for 2026 Cup Series Showdown
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway will feature a $11.23 million purse, live coverage on USA and HBO Max, and a competitive starting lineup led by Denny Hamlin in the points standings.
Aug 8, 2026
Iowa Corn 350 Preview: Model Predicts Larson and a Longshot
With the 2026 Iowa Corn 350 set for the penultimate race before The Chase, oddsmakers and data‑driven forecasts converge on Kyle Larson and a high‑risk underdog, while veteran William Byron seeks redemption.
Aug 8, 2026
Iowa Corn 350 Sets Stage for NASCAR’s Season Finale with Limited Chartered Field
The upcoming Iowa Corn 350 will feature a reduced chartered lineup, a unique qualifying format and a live broadcast on USA Network, marking a distinctive finale to the 2026 NASCAR season.
Aug 8, 2026
Iowa Corn 350 Qualifying Highlights as Zilisch Tops Metric Scores
Qualifying and practice sessions at Iowa Speedway will set the stage for the Iowa Corn 350, with Connor Zilisch leading the metric scores and the race marking one of the final four points events of the regular season.
Aug 8, 2026
NASCAR Sets 2026 Iowa Corn 350 Qualifying Order as Single‑Lap Showdown
The 2026 Iowa Corn 350 will be the 23rd race of the NASCAR Cup Series season, featuring a unique qualifying format that pits all 30 drivers against each other on a single lap at Iowa Speedway.
Aug 6, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Iowa Speedway for the Iowa Corn 350
The 36‑driver Iowa Corn 350 marks a critical playoff‑qualifying stop, featuring top contenders like Ty Gibbs, Carson Hocevar and a full field of chartered teams.
Aug 5, 2026