
Rain Stalls Qualifying as Stenhouse Leads Practice at Charlotte
Despite a washout of qualifying, Ricky Stenhouse Jr topped the opening practice at Charlotte Motor Speedway, posting a lap of 29.069 seconds ahead of a tightly packed field.
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Despite a washout of qualifying, Ricky Stenhouse Jr topped the opening practice at Charlotte Motor Speedway, posting a lap of 29.069 seconds ahead of a tightly packed field.

A washout at Charlotte Motor Speedway forces NASCAR to rely on a points‑based metric to set the lineup for the 600‑mile Coca‑Cola 600, with Tyler Reddick taking pole as the event prepares for a live broadcast on Amazon Prime Video.
A weekend storm forced the cancellation of NASCAR Cup Series practice and qualifying at Charlotte Motor Speedway, setting the Coca‑Cola 600 lineup by rule and prompting a special tribute to the late Kyle Busch.
Rain forced the cancellation of qualifying at Charlotte Motor Speedway, with the starting lineup for the Coca-Cola 600 set by metric scores, placing Tyler Reddick on pole.
Rain forced NASCAR to use a rulebook metric to determine the starting order for the Coca‑Cola 600, with Tyler Reddick taking the pole and Austin Hill stepping into Kyle Busch’s seat. Teams will wear ‘Rowdy’ decals and display No. 8 tributes as the series prepares for a nationally streamed event on Amazon Prime Video.

A storm forced NASCAR to cancel qualifying for the Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte, setting the grid by rule and revealing the broadcast schedule for the May 24 race.
Austin Hill will drive the iconic No. 8 car for Richard Childress Racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway, stepping into a role left vacant by the late Kyle Busch. With Denny Hamlin as the odds‑on favorite and a field of mid‑range and longshot drivers, the race promises both competition and a poignant tribute.

Kyle Busch, the all‑time winningest driver in NASCAR history, passed away at 41 after a sudden illness. His 234 victories, two Cup championships and contributions as a team owner define a legacy that will endure.

NASCAR mourns the loss of Kyle Busch, a two‑time champion and the sport’s all‑time winningest driver, who passed away at 41 after a sudden illness.

Kyle Busch’s career spanned unprecedented wins, team building, and a personal commitment to helping others, leaving a multifaceted legacy in racing and beyond.

Kyle Busch, a two‑time Cup Series champion and influential team owner, died at 41, prompting tributes across the racing community

Kyle Busch, the 41‑year‑old NASCAR driver celebrated for his aggressive style and 63 Cup Series victories, died after a severe illness. His career spanned over two decades, marked by championships, iconic moments, and a dedication to family and charitable causes.
From his early days in Legends cars to his final races with Richard Childress Racing, Kyle Busch’s journey in NASCAR is remembered for his aggressive style, 263 victories and two Cup Series titles.

Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR Cup champion, died at 41 following a hospitalization in Charlotte. His family, teams and the sport’s leadership released statements highlighting his career, his philanthropic work and the impact of his death on fans worldwide.

The racing world mourns the loss of Kyle Thomas Busch, a two‑time Cup Series champion whose career spanned more than two decades.

NASCAR driver Erik Jones visited Hendersonville for a community event with AdventHealth, highlighting his foundation’s children’s literacy work ahead of the Coca‑Cola 600.

Qualifying metrics for the Cup, O’Reilly and Truck Series have been published, highlighting the top performers who will start the Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

NASCAR’s Coca‑Cola 600 will crown a champion on May 24, 2026, with Tyler Reddick topping the championship battle ahead of a stacked field at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

The 2026 Coca‑Cola 600 returns to Charlotte Motor Speedway for its 13th slot on the Cup Series calendar, featuring a streamlined one‑lap qualifying format that determines the starting lineup for a star‑studded field of drivers.

NASCAR will run a single‑lap shootout at Charlotte Motor Speedway for the 2026 Coca‑Cola 600, with drivers such as Chase Briscoe, Kyle Larson and Denny Hamlin vying for pole position.

NASCAR driver Erik Jones will meet fans and community leaders in Hendersonville on May 21, highlighting his No. 43 AdventHealth Toyota and supporting education efforts.

NASCAR driver Erik Jones will host a community appearance in Hendersonville, North Carolina, on May 21, featuring his No. 43 AdventHealth Toyota Camry and a presentation supporting local literacy efforts.

In a dramatic 350‑lap showdown at Dover Motor Speedway, Denny Hamlin led 103 laps and took home the million‑dollar prize, while reflecting on his restart challenges and future playoff prospects.

Chevrolet has captured the last three points races, while Ross Chastain’s 2025 Coca‑Cola 600 win adds intrigue as the 2026 edition approaches. Bookmakers list Denny Hamlin as the favorite, but a deep field of contenders reflects the competitive nature of the sport.