
Hamlin Takes Points Lead as Reddick Stumbles at Sonoma
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.
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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.

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.

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.
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Shane van Gisbergen’s second consecutive win at Sonoma reshapes the Cup championship picture as the series heads to Chicagoland