Hamlin Takes Points Lead After Sonoma Drama
A power‑steering failure forced Tyler Reddick to finish 36th at Sonoma, allowing Denny Hamlin to move into the points lead by a single point.
Jun 29, 2026
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Denny Hamlin Takes Points Lead After Sonoma Setback for Tyler Reddick
A power‑steering failure forced Tyler Reddick to finish 36th at Sonoma, allowing Denny Hamlin to seize the championship lead by a single point. The reshuffling also lifts Trackhouse and sees Erik Jones exit the Chase, setting the stage for the upcoming eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway.
Jun 29, 2026
Denny Hamlin Surges to NASCAR Cup Series Lead After Reddick’s Setback
A dramatic Toyota / Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway saw Denny Hamlin climb to the top of the points standings, while Tyler Reddick's mechanical woes dropped him to 36th. Shane Van Gisbergen's strong run lifted Trackhouse Racing, and Erik Jones became the first driver officially out of contention.
Jun 29, 2026
NASCAR’s Road‑Course Clash Highlights SVG’s Dominance and Driver Tensions
Shane Van Gisbergen’s latest Sonoma victory puts him within reach of Jeff Gordon’s road‑course record, while Noah Gragson’s clash with Kevin Magnussen and Denny Hamlin’s cautious stance add drama to a packed NASCAR calendar.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Sonoma Victory as Playoff Landscape Shifts
Shane van Gisbergen won at Sonoma, securing a top‑16 spot, while Tyler Reddick’s points advantage evaporated, Denny Hamlin seized the lead, Connor Zilisch finished seventh, and Joey Logano’s playoff streak faces an uncertain future.
Jun 29, 2026
Hamlin Takes the Lead as Reddick’s Sonoma Struggle Shakes Standings
Denny Hamlin’s climb to the top of the NASCAR Cup Series standings follows a dramatic Sonoma race where Tyler Reddick’s mechanical woes opened the door for a new points leader.
Jun 29, 2026
Van Gisbergen Dominates Sonoma, Secures Historic Win
Shane van Gisbergen led most of the final laps at Sonoma Raceway, clinching his second victory of the season and cementing his status as the premier road‑course driver in the Cup Series.
Jun 29, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Challenge: Top Seed Falls in Sonoma Upset
The opening round of the NASCAR in‑season challenge saw the highest‑seeded driver, Tyler Reddick, knocked out by Alex Bowman, while Denny Hamlin advanced despite damage. Only two top‑10 seeds were eliminated, setting the stage for a competitive second round.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Claims Victory at Sonoma, Eyes Chase Amid Oval Challenges
Shane van Gisbergen dominated the NASCAR Cup Series road course event at Sonoma Raceway, leading 74 of the final 83 laps before crossing the finish line in first place. The New Zealand driver celebrated with a burnout, acknowledging the strong effort of his competitors.
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
Shane van Gisbergen clinches Sonoma NASCAR Cup victory, ties Stewart on road‑course wins list
Shane van Gisbergen edged Chase Briscoe at Sonoma Raceway, securing his 12th road‑course win and moving ahead of the Chase cut‑line, while Denny Hamlin’s late spin dropped him to 26th, preserving his one‑point championship edge.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Dominates Sonoma NASCAR Race, Secures Road Course Record
Shane van Gisbergen claimed victory at Sonoma Raceway, leading 74 of the final 83 laps and celebrating with a burnout as his team praised the turnaround from a difficult practice.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Dominates Sonoma NASCAR Race, Extends Road Course Legacy
Shane van Gisbergen led 74 of the final 83 laps at Sonoma Raceway, holding off Chase Briscoe to claim his eighth career road course win and secure a provisional spot in the Chase.
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 clinches second straight Sonoma victory in In‑Season Challenge showdown
Van Gisbergen's dominant performance at Sonoma Raceway underscored his road‑course mastery and kept the championship battle tightly contested.
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 Dominates Sonoma NASCAR Cup Race, Eyes Record
Shane van Gisbergen swept the weekend at Sonoma, securing his second victory of the 2026 season while edging toward a historic nine‑win road‑course tally.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen clinches closest victory at Sonoma, ties Stewart on road‑course wins list
Shane van Gisbergen won the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway by 0.357 seconds, tying Tony Stewart for second on the all‑time road‑course wins list. Denny Hamlin overtook Tyler Reddick in the points standings, while Tyler Reddick finished last due to a mechanical issue. NASCAR’s next race will be at Chicagoland Speedway on July 5.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Sonoma Cup Victory in Overtime Thriller
Van Gisbergen's weekend sweep at Sonoma Raceway culminated in a tense final lap showdown, reshaping the championship picture as Denny Hamlin seized the points lead despite a 26th‑place finish.
Jun 29, 2026
Allmendinger and Dillon Stumble at Sonoma as NASCAR Heads to Chicagoland
AJ Allmendinger’s 16th‑place finish and Ty Dillon’s 35th‑place result at Sonoma highlighted early‑season challenges for Kaulig Racing, while the series looks ahead to Chicagoland.
Jun 29, 2026
Van Gisbergen Dominates at Sonoma as Hamlin Extends Points Lead
Shane van Gisbergen led most of the race at Sonoma to secure his second victory of the season, while Denny Hamlin surged to the points lead despite a 26th‑place finish.
Jun 29, 2026
Briscoe’s Close Second at Sonoma as Hamlin Takes Points Lead
Chase Briscoe finished runner‑up in a dramatic duel with Shane van Gisbergen, while teammates Ty Gibbs and Christopher Bell secured top‑five spots and Denny Hamlin seized the championship points lead.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Dominates Sonoma NASCAR Race, Secures Historic Victory
Shane van Gisbergen won the NASCAR race at Sonoma Raceway, leading 74 of 83 laps and extending his record as the winningest active Cup Series driver on road and street courses.
Jun 29, 2026
Hamlin Takes NASCAR Cup Lead After Dramatic Finish at Sonoma
After 18 races, Denny Hamlin leads the championship by a point, as Tyler Reddick’s race ends in mechanical trouble and Shane van Gisbergen moves up the standings.
Jun 29, 2026