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Amazon Prime Video's brief NASCAR Cup Series stint ends, making way for TNT Sports to take over the next five races with a new roster of announcers and a fresh tournament format.
TNT Sports deepens its NASCAR coverage with a refreshed operation, the debut of the NEP PX1 truck at Sonoma, and enhanced multi‑platform features across TNT, truTV, HBO Max and Bleacher Report.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season marks the second year of a seven‑year, $7.7 billion broadcast deal, introducing new venues, schedule changes and unchanged commentary talent.
NASCAR’s Cup Series will air on TNT for the next five weeks, with Marty Smith hosting the pre‑ and post‑race studio program alongside Jimmie Johnson and Jamie McMurray. The existing commentary trio of Adam Alexander, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Steve Letarte remains unchanged, and the upcoming Sonoma event marks the season’s last road‑course race.
The Chicago‑based NASCAR event will showcase a Bugs Bunny‑themed car driven by Bubba Wallace, sponsored by Upper Deck and linked to Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing, blending pop‑culture nostalgia with competitive motorsport.
The second annual In‑Season Challenge begins this weekend at Sonoma Raceway, featuring a bracket‑style format, a $1 million prize, and expanded coverage on TNT Sports and HBO Max.
Director Adam McKay disclosed a proposed sequel that would have moved Ricky Bobby from NASCAR to European Grand Prix racing, but production challenges led him to pursue 'Step Brothers' instead.
NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace will race a Space Jam‑inspired Chevrolet at Chicagoland Speedway on July 5, sponsored by Upper Deck, while wearing a themed helmet and firesuit. The partnership celebrates the film’s legacy and aims to boost Wallace’s push for his first victory since the Brickyard 400.
NASCAR’s Cup Series will race at Sonoma Raceway on June 28, featuring 36 drivers, a knockout bracket, and a host of sponsors.
Steve Letarte, Adam Alexander, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. will continue to call NASCAR Cup Series races for TNT, bringing their signature blend of strategy talk and fan‑friendly banter to the network’s new schedule, starting with the Sonoma road race.
Amazon Prime Video will no longer broadcast NASCAR Cup races in 2026, as a new media deal redistributes rights among Fox, NBC, and TNT Sports, while the In‑Season Challenge prepares for its second edition.
An exploration of part-time NASCAR drivers who have broken the odds to claim Cup Series victories, from Trevor Bayne’s 2011 Daytona 500 triumph to Corey Heim’s recent win at Naval Base Coronado.
From Trevor Bayne’s 2011 Daytona 500 triumph to Corey Heim’s 2026 San Diego victory, a select group of part‑time drivers have defied the odds, proving that occasional brilliance can still break through in a full‑time era.
While most NASCAR victories belong to full‑time competitors, a handful of part‑time drivers have etched their names in the series’ record books. Their stories, spanning more than two decades, illustrate how limited schedules can still produce moments of triumph.
Fans will no longer endure full‑screen ads during green‑flag laps, and HBO Max will offer in‑car camera feeds and race alerts to keep viewers glued to the action.
From Sonoma to Indianapolis, the series will showcase a blend of veteran voices and fresh talent, while the In‑Season Challenge adds a $1 million prize for drivers and fans alike.
From Sonoma to Indianapolis, a new broadcast lineup features veteran voices and a $1 million bracket challenge for fans.
TNT Sports announces it will drop full‑screen green‑flag commercials for its 2026 NASCAR schedule, offering new viewing tools and a limited race slate in a bid to boost audience numbers.
TNT Sports is rolling out a multi‑platform rollout for the 2026 NASCAR In‑Season Challenge, adding Dolby Vision, Atmos, Driver Cam and a suite of new features across TNT, truTV, HBO Max and Bleacher Report.
TNT Sports is set to transform NASCAR coverage this season with cutting‑edge production tools, expanded digital distribution and a renewed in‑season competition for the sport’s top drivers.
TNT Sports announces the second annual NASCAR In-Season Challenge, airing from June 28 across TNT, truTV and HBO Max with expanded viewing features and a multi‑platform schedule
Denny Hamlin criticizes the long‑standing notion that NASCAR drivers need 100 starts to win their first race, pointing to Corey Heim’s 13‑start victory as proof that potential can emerge much earlier.
Travis Kelce’s bachelor‑party celebrations spanned two coasts, featuring a NASCAR appearance, a Dave Chappelle show and a cake that read “One More Ring.”
The recent NASCAR San Diego Weekend at Naval Base Coronado blended high‑octane racing with a surprise celebrity presence, celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary while showcasing a mix of sports, entertainment and patriotism.