
Dillon Eyes Third Straight Richmond Victory as Hamlin, Bell, and Logano Loom
Austin Dillon aims for a historic three‑peat at Richmond, while Denny Hamlin’s dominance, emerging sleeper Josh Berry, and tire‑management tactics shape the preview.
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Austin Dillon aims for a historic three‑peat at Richmond, while Denny Hamlin’s dominance, emerging sleeper Josh Berry, and tire‑management tactics shape the preview.

A federal judge will hear arguments on August 26 in a case that pits Joe Gibbs Racing against Spire Motorsports and Chris Gabehart, who claims unpaid wages and accuses the team of mishandling proprietary information.

The last regular‑season race before the playoff cut‑off brings intense betting action, strategic tire management and historic performances together at Richmond Raceway.

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.

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.

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.

The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series event at Richmond Raceway will determine critical playoff positioning, featuring intense battles among the sport’s leading drivers and teams.

The Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway is a pivotal playoff event that blends track history, driver form and fantasy strategy into a high‑stakes showdown.
The Cook Out 400 will light up Richmond Raceway on August 15, 2026, as the NASCAR Cup Series nears the end of its regular season and the Chase for the championship tightens.

Richmond Raceway will headline the 2027 Cup Series Chase, marking its first postseason appearance since 2021. The move follows a surge in attendance and a broader strategy to reward tracks with consistent fan engagement, while Watkins Glen joins the calendar later in the month.

This weekend’s NASCAR Cup and Truck Series events at Richmond Raceway and the Iowa Corn 350 at Iowa Speedway bring a mix of historic rivalries, championship implications, and extensive broadcast coverage.

A guide to the weekend’s NASCAR schedule at Richmond Raceway, including start times, TV and streaming options, and the storylines surrounding Austin Dillon, Denny Hamlin and Ty Gibbs.

Austin Dillon’s victory at Richmond marks his second consecutive Cook Out 400 win, outpacing Alex Bowman and reshaping the points battle as the series heads into a short‑track showdown.

Denny Hamlin extends his lead, Ty Gibbs climbs to second, and historic storylines emerge as the series heads to Richmond.

Corey Heim has won two races this season but is barred from the Rookie of the Year competition after NASCAR tightened its eligibility criteria.

The NASCAR Cup Series championship picture tightens as the Cook Out 400 at Richmond approaches, featuring key performances from Denny Hamlin, Ty Gibbs, Kyle Larson, Chase Briscoe, Austin Dillon and Ryan Blaney.

Samantha Busch revealed that a tribute car honoring Kyle Busch will run at Bristol Motor Speedway on September 19, with Ty Gibbs behind the wheel, celebrating the driver’s 22 wins at the track and his lasting impact on NASCAR.

Austin Dillon seeks to make NASCAR history with a third consecutive Richmond win in 2025, a feat that would underscore his mastery of the short‑track and bring renewed focus to Richard Childress Racing after Kyle Busch's death.

NASCAR announced its 2027 schedule will bring a Cup Series event back to Dover Motor Speedway, pairing it with the BetRivers 200 on May 15 and a 400‑mile race on May 16 that counts toward the championship. The weekend revives the Fan Zone and marks Dover’s 109th Cup Series race, while Denny Hamlin eyes a historic fourth consecutive victory at the Monster Mile.

Ty Gibbs' second Cup win at Iowa Speedway cements his rise as a championship threat, highlighting Joe Gibbs Racing's resurgence.

The upcoming Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway promises a tactical duel, with Austin Dillon, Denny Hamlin and Christopher Bell among the front‑runners as the short, flat layout tests teams' ability to manage cautions and clean air.

After two decades in the NASCAR Cup Series, Denny Hamlin stands atop the 2025 point standings and aims to capture his first title while honoring his late father.

Toyota’s recent surge, led by Ty Gibbs and Denny Hamlin, headlines a Richmond weekend that blends veteran expertise with fresh talent, while tire strategy and playoff stakes add urgency.
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.