
NASCAR’s Century-Long Bond with America’s Armed Forces
An exploration of how NASCAR’s roots intertwine with the U.S. military, highlighting historic figures, ceremonial flyovers, and contemporary programs that honor service members.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Daniel Suarez across Nascar.

An exploration of how NASCAR’s roots intertwine with the U.S. military, highlighting historic figures, ceremonial flyovers, and contemporary programs that honor service members.

The inaugural Anduril 250 will debut on a street circuit at San Diego’s Naval Base Coronado, featuring drivers Daniel Suárez, Michael McDowell and Carson Hocevar in uniquely painted Chevrolets that celebrate military heritage.

With only a few races left, four prominent drivers are trending toward missing the playoffs, raising questions for their teams and sponsors.

After Wood Brothers Racing announced his departure, Josh Berry is evaluating several competitive programs that could secure his place in NASCAR's top series or the O'Reilly Series.

A deep dive into the performances of Michael McDowell, Bubba Wallace, Ross Chastain and Ryan Preece reveals a looming crisis for several playoff hopefuls.

With his contract ending, Josh Berry is weighing options that could shape his 2027 season, from Front Row Motorsports to JR Motorsports.

Josh Berry’s departure from Wood Brothers Racing signals a busy 2027 driver market, with multiple teams reconfiguring their lineups amid recent changes and tragic losses.

The second edition of NASCAR's In‑Season Challenge begins in two weeks at Sonoma Raceway, where the bracket will be set by the latest Cup Series standings after Pocono.

Denny Hamlin's fourth win of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season at Pocono Raceway reshapes the championship picture, cutting Tyler Reddick's points advantage to under 20. The performance underscores a strong weekend for Joe Gibbs Racing, while the upcoming street‑course event in San Diego promises new challenges for drivers such as Tyler Reddick and Shane van Gisbergen.

Daniel Suarez, Ryan Preece and Denny Hamlin bring distinct strengths to the upcoming road‑course event, with Suarez’s consistency, Preece’s solid averages and Hamlin’s resurgence all flagged as key storylines.

The 2026 NASCAR In-Season Challenge will feature head-to-head races across five venues, culminating in a $1 million award for the champion.

The upcoming Anduril 250 race at Naval Base Coronado will feature a 39‑driver field, highlighted by notable entries and a potential replacement for Christopher Bell due to injury.

Denny Hamlin captured his third straight NASCAR Cup Series win at Pocono, a result that solidifies his position near the top of the points standings.

From seasoned road‑course legends to rookie sensations, the upcoming Anduril 250 promises a deep field of competitors vying for the trophy in Coronado.
NASCAR’s second annual In-Season Challenge will unfold from June 28 through July 26, pitting the 32 drivers who sit highest in the Cup Series standings against one another in a knockout format. The tournament is structured around five distinct venues, each chosen to test different skill sets, from high‑speed ovals to technical road courses. The prize on offer is substantial: the champion of the bracket will walk away with a $1 million payout, a figure that underscores the series’ intent to blend competition with a tangible financial incentive for drivers and teams. Among the storylines generating the most buzz is the early‑round clash between veteran Denny Hamlin and up‑and‑coming Ty Dillon. Hamlin entered the event on a three‑race winning streak, yet last year’s edition saw Dillon pull off an upset that sent Hamlin home earlier than expected, a result that adds a layer of intrigue to their upcoming encounter. The schedule’s diversity is another focal point. Competitors will travel from the historic banks of Indianapolis to the scenic turns of Sonoma, from the thunderous roar of Chicagoland to the tight, tactical layout of North Wilkesboro, and finally to the iconic Brickyard for the championship race, where the final showdown will decide the million‑dollar winner.

NASCAR’s new bracket competition begins June 28 at Sonoma and will culminate in a $1 million prize at Indianapolis, featuring a slate of seeded matchups across the season

Denny Hamlin’s third consecutive NASCAR Cup Series win at Pocono was confirmed after a spotless post‑race inspection, while six other cars head to the R&D Center. The victory marks his 64th career win and eighth at Pocono, pushing him to second in the standings behind Tyler Reddick ahead of the San Diego street‑course showdown.

The 2026 NASCAR In-Season Challenge will feature a 32‑driver bracket, beginning at Sonoma Raceway and ending at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, with Ty Gibbs defending a $1 million title.

A chaotic nine‑car collision at Pocono Raceway knocked several playoff hopefuls out of contention, altered point balances, and delivered surprising breakthroughs for teams such as Legacy Motor Club.

Denny Hamlin's eighth victory at Pocono, coupled with his announced retirement after the 2027 season, has reignited his pursuit of a final championship, as emerging contenders like Tyler Reddick and Kyle Larson chase points in a tightly contested season.

Tyler Reddick maintains the top spot in the Cup Series standings, but Denny Hamlin's recent surge narrows the gap, while a cluster of contenders jostle just outside the Chase cutline.

Tyler Reddick still tops the Cup Series standings, but Denny Hamlin's recent surge has narrowed the gap, setting up a fierce chase for the playoff cutoff.

Denny Hamlin won the Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway, moving to second in the standings behind Tyler Reddick, who leads with 353 points.

Denny Hamlin clinches the pole for the 2026 Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway, leading a Joe Gibbs Racing front row with Kyle Larson. A deep field of drivers start 20th or worse, facing mechanical woes that could reshape the race dynamics.