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The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series schedule features a mix of iconic ovals and road courses, highlighted by Shane van Gisbergen’s Sonoma win, Alex Bowman’s 2019 Chicagoland victory, and a competitive points battle heading into July.
NASCAR is set to race again at Chicagoland Speedway, featuring the ARCA Menards Series, the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, and the Cup Series. With only a fraction of past drivers returning, veterans like Denny Hamlin and Mark Martin share their perspectives on the track's unique demands.
After a gripping Sonoma event, the latest power rankings reveal how track position and tactical decisions are reshaping the playoff picture, with Larson and Blaney dominating recent form and Bell making a surprising return.
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.
Shane van Gisbergen led 59 laps at Sonoma despite car issues, holding off Kyle Larson and a field of competitors. Celebrities attended, and Red Bull’s presence sparked a light‑hearted comment from the winner. Tyler Reddick’s power‑steering problems dropped him to second in the standings.
NASCAR is set to return to Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, Illinois, for the eero 400, marking the first race at the track since 2019. The weekend features practice, qualifying and the July 5 main race, while the series’ points battle is led by Denny Hamlin and recent upsets add intrigue.
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Chicagoland Speedway for the eero 400, marking the series’ second in‑season showdown and giving Alex Bowman a shot at consecutive wins.
With half the season complete, the series has seen tighter racing, surprise victories and emerging leaders across teams and tracks.
After winning the first five races, Tyler Reddick’s lead eroded due to mechanical issues, allowing Denny Hamlin to overtake him and take the championship lead by one point.
Shane van Gisbergen continues to dominate road courses, while Tyler Reddick's season unravels, and Denny Hamlin eyes gains. With Tony Stewart's legacy in focus and eero sponsoring the new Chicago event, the series heads into an exciting stretch.
After a seven‑year absence, the Cup Series returns to Illinois for a race that blends legacy, new technology and a packed July Fourth crowd.
After a high‑profile antitrust lawsuit, Denny Hamlin confirms that 23XI Racing and NASCAR have restored a cooperative relationship, securing permanent charters, a share of international revenue and new seats on key racing committees.
Shane van Gisbergen edged out the competition at Sonoma Raceway, crossing the finish line just 0.357 seconds ahead of his rivals despite a subpar car. Crew chief Stephen Doran praised the driver’s ability to overcome the challenges, noting the result’s importance for the championship picture.
After a stunning last‑place finish at Sonoma Raceway, Tyler Reddick’s 129‑point lead evaporated, allowing Denny Hamlin to seize the points championship lead. With three consecutive wins and a looming Chase, the battle for the title intensifies.
A dramatic finish at Sonoma Raceway reshaped the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series points race, with Denny Hamlin edging ahead of Tyler Reddick by a single point as the playoffs loom.
After a seven‑year hiatus, NASCAR is set to reclaim Chicagoland Speedway this weekend, bringing together the ARCA Menards Series, the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and the premier Cup Series for the eero 400, a race that will test drivers on the track’s distinctive layout and bumpy surface.
Denny Hamlin moves to the top of the NASCAR Cup Series standings after Tyler Reddick’s power‑steering failure, while Trackhouse Racing climbs and the next race looms at Chicagoland.
The opening stage of the NASCAR In-Season Challenge has delivered surprising results, with lower‑seeded drivers pulling off key victories and the schedule moving toward July finals.
A power‑steering failure eliminates the tournament’s top seed, propelling Alex Bowman into the next round. Denny Hamlin reclaims the points lead, Ty Gibbs dominates stages, and Shane van Gisbergen emerges as the early favorite as the field narrows to 16 for the Illinois race.
An analysis of the top contenders for the upcoming eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway, focusing on their past performances and statistical edge.
Denny Hamlin reclaimed the points lead by a single point after a power‑steering failure dropped Tyler Reddick, while Shane van Gisbergen’s victory and Ty Gibbs’ podium reshaped the standings ahead of the Chicagoland showdown.
Shane van Gisbergen led 74 of the final 83 laps at Sonoma, edging Chase Briscoe by 0.357 seconds. The victory moves him to 14th in points and sets up a showdown at Chicagoland Speedway.
Shane van Gisbergen secured his eighth NASCAR Cup victory at Sonoma Raceway, tying Tony Stewart on the all‑time road‑course wins list, while Tyler Reddick’s championship lead evaporated due to a power‑steering failure. Rookie Connor Zilisch broke into the top ten, Ty Gibbs swept both stages and finished third, and Alex Bowman upset the top seed in the In‑Season Challenge.
Tyler Reddick’s championship lead evaporated at Sonoma, where a power‑steering issue forced a last‑place finish, allowing Denny Hamlin to move into the points lead by a single point.