NASCAR’s 2026 Season Hits Midpoint with Eero 400 Qualifying Showdown
The halfway mark finds NASCAR teams battling for position at Chicagoland Speedway, where qualifying metrics are already shaping playoff prospects.
Jul 3, 2026
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Qualifying Order Sets the Stage for the Eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway
NASCAR’s halfway point arrives with the Eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway, where qualifying metrics determine starting grids and shape playoff prospects.
Jul 3, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Challenge Delivers Shock Upsets at Sonoma
Unexpected bracket results reshape the playoff picture, with several top‑seeded drivers eliminated early and the next race scheduled for July 5 at Chicagoland Speedway.
Jul 3, 2026
Allgaier Eyes Chicagoland Redemption After Point‑Leading Surge
Allgaier aims to convert his home‑state advantage into another Chicagoland victory as the NASCAR regular season nears its climax.
Jul 3, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway This Weekend
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series returns to Illinois this weekend, where Denny Hamlin opens as the +320 favorite ahead of a competitive field that includes Tyler Reddick, Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell, Ryan Blaney and several longshot drivers.
Jul 2, 2026
Allgaier Eyes Home‑State Triumph at Chicagoland as Chase Spot Battle Heats Up
Justin Allgaier, the points leader, heads into the Cuervo 300 at Chicagoland Speedway with a 207‑point advantage and two prior victories on the track.
Jul 2, 2026
NASCAR Revives Chicagoland Speedway for Fourth of July Showdown
The upcoming NASCAR weekend at Chicagoland Speedway brings back the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series on Saturday and the premier Cup Series on Sunday, featuring a mix of seasoned veterans and debutants, while Haas Factory Team eyes strong performances after a solid showing at Sonoma.
Jul 2, 2026
NASCAR Makes a Comeback at Chicagoland Speedway After Seven-Year Absence
The Cup Series returns to the 1.5‑mile oval after a long hiatus, with Hamlin favored and Reddick close behind.
Jul 2, 2026
Texas A&M Honors George H.W. Bush at Navy‑Centric NASCAR Race
Texas A&M partnered with the U.S. Navy to celebrate its 250th anniversary at a NASCAR event, featuring a specially painted No. 41 Chevrolet Camaro driven by Cole Custer that honored former President George H.W. Bush and his Aggie legacy.
Jul 2, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway with Multi‑Series Weekend
This weekend’s racing at Chicagoland Speedway brings together several series and a handful of drivers eyeing Chase spots, with historic stats and new sponsorships shaping the event.
Jul 2, 2026
Chicagoland Speedway Revives NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series with Cuervo 300
After a 2,562‑day absence, Chicagoland Speedway returns to the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series schedule for the Cuervo 300, a race that could reshape the championship picture.
Jul 2, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway After Six-Year Hiatus
The upcoming event at Illinois’ 1.5‑mile track features practice and qualifying schedules for the Cup and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, while the ARCA Menards Series makes its return.
Jul 1, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway After Seven-Year Hiatus
NASCAR is set to make its long‑awaited return to Chicagoland Speedway, with qualifying orders already revealing early leaders in both the Cup and O’Reilly Series.
Jul 1, 2026
NASCAR Doubleheader at Chicagoland Speedway Sets Stage for High‑Stakes Racing
The eero 400 and Cuervo 300 will feature full fields, multiple stages and nationwide broadcast coverage, while betting markets open ahead of the July 4‑5 events.
Jul 1, 2026
NASCAR Revives Chicagoland Speedway for 2026 In‑Season Challenge
The Cup Series returns to Illinois after a seven‑year absence, featuring a full slate of teams and crew chiefs for the second round of the NASCAR In‑Season Challenge.
Jun 30, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway for Fourth of July Weekend
NASCAR makes its long‑awaited comeback at Chicagoland Speedway this weekend, featuring three national series and a high‑stakes In‑Season Challenge. With unpredictable weather and historic storylines, the event promises drama on and off the track.
Jun 29, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway for 2026 Season Opener
The O’Reilly Auto Parts Series makes its long‑awaited return to Chicagoland Speedway, with a competitive field led by Allgaier and bolstered by Cup regulars.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Command at Sonoma
Shane van Gisbergen led 75 laps and held off Chase Briscoe to claim victory in the Toyota / Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, with Ty Gibbs and Christopher Bell rounding out the top finishers.
Jun 29, 2026
Van Gisbergen Takes Second Straight Sonoma Victory, Tightens Championship Race
Shane van Gisbergen’s second consecutive win at Sonoma reshapes the Cup championship picture as the series heads to Chicagoland
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Victory in Sonoma’s Toyota/Save Mart 350
Shane van Gisbergen won the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, with Chase Briscoe, Ty Biggs and Kyle Larson rounding out the top three. The series now moves to Chicagoland Speedway on July 5 and Atlanta's Echopark Speedway on July 12.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Second 2026 NASCAR Road‑Course Win at Sonoma
Shane van Gisbergen dominated the 2026 Sonoma road race, leading 74 laps and securing his second win of the season. The performance placed him alongside Tony Stewart in the record books and highlighted a competitive field of drivers.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Victory at Sonoma in Thrilling NASCAR Cup Series Race
Shane van Gisbergen clinches the Toyota / Save Mart 350 at Sonoma, while Ty Gibbs wins both stages and Denny Hamlin tops the revised championship standings.
Jun 29, 2026
NASCAR Standings Shake Up After Sonoma Road Course Thriller
The latest NASCAR Cup Series standings reflect a dramatic shift after Sunday's Sonoma race, with Hamlin leading and the Chase cutline narrowing around 16 drivers.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Dominates Sonoma NASCAR Race
Shane van Gisbergen won the NASCAR race at Sonoma Raceway, leading 75 laps and edging out Chase Briscoe. Ty Gibbs finished third with 54 points and Christopher Bell fifth with 50 points.
Jun 29, 2026