Denny Hamlin Takes Pole for Pocono’s Great American Getaway 400 as NASCAR Moves Start Time
Denny Hamlin secured the pole for the 16th points‑paying event of the 2026 Cup Series, with the start shifted earlier to dodge forecasted rain.
Jun 13, 2026
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Hamlin Claims Pole at Pocono as Weather Forces Early Start
Denny Hamlin captured pole position at Pocono Raceway, beating Kyle Larson by a narrow margin, while the NASCAR Cup Series adjusted the race start to 1 p.m. to avoid inclement weather. The grid features a mix of seasoned competitors and rising talent.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Takes Pole as NASCAR Sets Pocono Grid
Denny Hamlin secured pole position with a 51.948-second lap, leading a strong showing from Joe Gibbs Racing. Several competitors will start at the back due to mechanical issues, setting the stage for a competitive race.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Takes Pole as NASCAR Sets Grid for Pocono’s Great American Getaway 400
Denny Hamlin claimed pole position in Saturday's qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series event at Pocono Raceway, with Kyle Larson and Daniel Suarez following. Joe Gibbs Racing secured multiple top‑five spots, while RFK Racing's Ryan Preece and Brad Keselowski will begin the race from the rear after engine changes. Bubba Wallace's crash resulted in a DNQ, and the event was moved up to avoid inclement weather.
Jun 13, 2026
Pocono 400 Returns in 2026 with Record Speed and New Storylines
Denny Hamlin grabs pole at 173.250 mph as Christopher Bell races with a cast and Bubba Wallace faces a backup car.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Secures Pole as Wallace Crashes in Pocono Qualifying
Denny Hamlin took pole position with a 51.948‑second lap, while Bubba Wallace’s qualifying mishap sent him to the rear of the grid and Christopher Bell competed despite a fractured wrist, setting the stage for a highly anticipated race streamed on Amazon Prime Video
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin grabs pole as Keselowski and Wallace stumble at Pocono
Denny Hamlin secured the pole with a 51.948‑second lap, while Brad Keselowski faced mechanical trouble and Bubba Wallace spun out during qualifying at Pocono Raceway.
Jun 13, 2026
NASCAR Qualifying at Pocono Sets Stage for Great American Getaway 400
The 2.5‑mile Pocono Raceway will host the Great American Getaway 400 on June 14, as drivers battle for position in a qualifying system that blends recent race results with owner standings, broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video at 3 p.m. ET.
Jun 13, 2026
NASCAR’s Single-Car Qualifying Makes Its Pocono Debut
The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series will use a single‑car, one‑lap qualifying format at Pocono Raceway, with the order determined by a blend of owner standings and recent race results. The broadcast will air live on Amazon Prime Video on Sunday, June 14, at 3:00 p.m. ET.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Leads the Odds at Pocono as Betting Landscape Shifts
Denny Hamlin tops the betting market for the Pocono event, drawing comparisons to past legends while a deep field of contenders jostles for position.
Jun 13, 2026
NASCAR Brings the 2026 Great American Getaway to Pocono
NASCAR announces that the 2026 Cup Series event at Pocono will feature a streamlined qualifying format, with each driver completing one lap to set the starting order for the Great American Getaway 400.
Jun 13, 2026
NASCAR Announces 2026 Pocono Race and Betting Odds
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series will feature a June date at Pocono Raceway, with Hamlin entering as the betting favorite after back‑to‑back wins, while other top contenders loom in the market.
Jun 13, 2026
Saturday’s Qualifying Order Takes Shape at Pocono Raceway
NASCAR’s Saturday qualifying session at Pocono Raceway will set the starting lineups for both the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and the Cup Series, using a metric-based order that reflects recent performance.
Jun 12, 2026
NASCAR Qualifying Sets Stage for Pocono Showdown
Saturday’s qualifying for the O’Reilly Auto Parts and Cup Series at Pocono Raceway will see Patrick Emerling atop the O’Reilly order and Casey Mears leading the Cup field, with metric scores dictating the lineup.
Jun 12, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Pocono in 2026 with a Revamped Qualifying Format
The 2026 Cup Series schedule confirms a June date at Pocono Raceway, where a new one‑lap qualifying system and a competitive driver field promise a fresh twist on tradition.
Jun 12, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Pocono Raceway for a June 2026 Triple‑Header
From June 12 to 14, 2026, Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pennsylvania, will host a three‑day NASCAR weekend featuring the Cup Series, O’Reilly Series and ARCA Menards Series, with live coverage on Prime Video, FS1 and MRN and a points leaderboard already taking shape.
Jun 11, 2026
Chevrolet’s Pocono Mastery Fuels NASCAR’s Early Season Surge
Chevrolet’s dominance at Pocono Raceway is reflected in a storied record of wins, pole positions and manufacturer milestones, while drivers such as Chase Elliott, Alex Bowman and Kyle Larson prepare for the next chapter of competition.
Jun 10, 2026
NASCAR Qualifying Results at Pocono Raceway Highlight Strong Entry List
Qualifying action at Pocono Raceway revealed a competitive field for the upcoming NASCAR Cup and O'Reilly Series events, with notable performances from veteran drivers and a full slate of ARCA contenders.
Jun 10, 2026
Chaos at Michigan: Multi-Car Crashes Reshape NASCAR Cup Standings
The FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway featured two massive crashes involving 18 cars, reshaping the NASCAR Cup Series standings and producing unexpected winners.
Jun 8, 2026
Denny Hamlin Takes Victory at Michigan as NASCAR Heads to Pocono
Denny Hamlin won the FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway, marking the 15th points race of the season and launching a busy schedule that includes Pocono and Naval Base Coronado.
Jun 8, 2026
Hamlin Takes Victory at Michigan as Reddick’s Lead Slips
Denny Hamlin won the NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan after starting from the rear, while Tyler Reddick's championship lead was dented by a late crash. The updated points standings now see the top 16 drivers eyeing a Chase spot.
Jun 7, 2026
Hamlin Takes Victory in Crash‑Filled FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan
Denny Hamlin captured the FireKeepers Casino 400 after a tumultuous race marked by a record number of crashes, while stage winners Tyler Reddick and Ty Gibbs dominated early segments.
Jun 7, 2026
Hamlin Takes Victory, Reddick’s Lead Shrinks at FireKeepers Casino 400
Denny Hamlin's win at Michigan International Speedway reshapes the playoff picture, narrowing Tyler Reddick's points advantage and tightening the battle for the final cut‑line spots.
Jun 7, 2026
Hamlin Wins at Michigan, Reddick’s Points Lead Eroded
Denny Hamlin captured the NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan on June 7, moving from the rear of the field to victory. The result saw Tyler Reddick crash and lose ground, while Bubba Wallace's third‑place finish lifted his standings. Updated points now place Reddick at the top, with Hamlin close behind, as the Chase picture begins to take shape.
Jun 7, 2026