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Denny Hamlin captured pole position for the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway, with Kyle Larson alongside him. The full starting grid features several drivers slated to begin outside the top 20.
Denny Hamlin claimed pole position for the Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway, outpacing Kyle Larson amid a dramatic qualifying session marked by inspection penalties.
NASCAR is returning to a pure points‑based system for 2026, making every regular‑season position critical. The tight one‑point gap between Tyler Reddick and Denny Hamlin illustrates how a modest swing can reshape the playoff picture.
The Cup Series rolls into Illinois for the eero 400, a race that could reshape the playoff picture and highlight the season’s emerging storylines.
The series returns to Illinois after seven years, with a full 38‑car field, live TNT coverage and the In‑Season Challenge underway.
The Cup Series will race at Chicagoland Speedway on July 5, featuring 267 laps, a three‑stage format, and a star‑studded driver lineup broadcast on TNT and truTV with streaming on Sling and HBO Max.
NASCAR’s highly anticipated return to Chicagoland Speedway brings a blend of historic tradition and modern challenges, highlighted by Bubba Wallace’s Space Jam tribute and Christopher Bell’s injury comeback.
The upcoming eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway will feature a pole‑position start for points leader Denny Hamlin and a front‑row showdown with Kyle Larson, broadcast on TNT and streamed on HBO Max.
Denny Hamlin secured the pole for the eero 400 NASCAR Cup Series race on July 5 at Chicagoland Speedway, edging Kyle Larson by a thousandth of a second. The event will feature a full lineup, three stages, and national coverage on TNT and HBO Max.
Shane van Gisbergen, celebrated as the greatest NASCAR road racer, faces a pivotal shift as the schedule eliminates further road courses. With Chicagoland Speedway back on the calendar, Denny Hamlin grabs his first pole, Brad Keselowski confronts rumors about RFK Racing's Ford partnership, and van Gisbergen targets oval success to contend for the title.
NASCAR’s eero 400 returns to Illinois on July 5, 2026, with a 6 p.m. ET start and broadcast on TNT and truTV.
Denny Hamlin secured the pole with a 30.296‑second lap while Kyle Larson’s penalties add intrigue to the upcoming event.
Denny Hamlin claimed pole position at Chicagoland Speedway with a 30.296-second lap, edging Kyle Larson, who incurred inspection penalties. Hamlin aims for his fifth win of the season while leading the standings, and a competitive top five features several rising drivers.
NASCAR announced sanctions on Kyle Larson and Michael McDowell after both missed pre‑race inspection standards at Chicagoland Speedway, leading to starting‑position penalties, crew‑chief swaps and a reshuffling of personnel for the weekend.
Denny Hamlin edged Kyle Larson by just 0.001 seconds to claim pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway, setting the stage for a competitive eero 400.
NASCAR is set to resume racing at Chicagoland Speedway for the eero 400, with Denny Hamlin, Tyler Reddick, and Kyle Larson among the top contenders.
Denny Hamlin claimed pole position with a lap of 30.296 seconds, edging Kyle Larson by just 0.001 seconds. Toyota secured five of the top eight spots, while reigning champion Joey Logano will start 31st.
After a seven‑year absence, the Cup Series returns to Chicagoland Speedway this weekend, bringing the Next Gen cars to a venue known for its bumpy surface and unique challenges.
Denny Hamlin captured pole position for Sunday’s eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway, leading the points standings for the first time this season, while drivers and series officials debate the track’s long‑term future amid talk of a downtown Chicago street race.
NASCAR imposed sanctions on Kyle Larson and Michael McDowell ahead of the eero 400, affecting pit selection, qualifying position and the early stages of the playoff chase.
Denny Hamlin secured pole position for the eero 400, marking NASCAR's return to Chicagoland Speedway since 2019 and setting the stage for a competitive race.
The debut of the NextGen platform at Chicagoland Speedway introduced new grip levels, unique track features, and a renewed competitive dynamic for NASCAR's top series.
The upcoming Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway will be the first since 2019, featuring the revolutionary NextGen car and a handful of drivers sharing early insights about its behavior.
NASCAR’s comeback to the Illinois track brings a mix of veteran insight, rookie milestones and pop‑culture flair, while the future of a downtown street course remains uncertain.