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Denny Hamlin will line up at the back of the grid for the Iowa Speedway Cup race after a pre‑race cooling unit change, while brake problems have plagued several playoff contenders.
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Denny Hamlin will line up at the back of the grid for the Iowa Speedway Cup race after a pre‑race cooling unit change, while brake problems have plagued several playoff contenders.

The opening fortnight of the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series packs four superspeedway events into a tight window, raising operational challenges for crews and putting a spotlight on crash risk and engine limits.

Chase Briscoe won his first Cup Series race of the season at Chicagoland Speedway, holding off Christopher Bell in a dramatic finish that showcased Toyota's strong performance and set the stage for the upcoming In‑Season Challenge.

Chase Briscoe’s win at Chicagoland Speedway ignited excitement about returning to the Chicago market, with officials weighing a street race and a July 4 event while considering media and development factors.

Chase Briscoe wins at Chicagoland, Toyota sets a record, and playoff implications ripple through the field

Chase Briscoe won the inaugural NASCAR Cup race at Chicagoland Speedway under the Next Gen platform, with Toyota drivers sweeping the top ten and several playoff hopefuls facing setbacks.

The inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway under the new Next Gen rules delivered close finishes, Toyota dominance, and several dramatic setbacks for championship contenders.

Chase Briscoe's sixth career NASCAR win arrived during the Fourth of July weekend, highlighted by a special Bass Pro Shop paint scheme and a close battle with teammate Christopher Bell.

Chase Briscoe's breakout victory at Chicagoland Speedway delivered a dramatic finish, a surprise showdown for second, and a dominant Toyota performance, setting the stage for the upcoming EchoPark Speedway race.

Chase Briscoe secured his maiden win of the season at Chicagoland Speedway, with Toyota sweeping seven of the top ten spots and Bubba Wallace's Space Jam car finishing sixth.

Chase Briscoe ends a 20‑race winless streak at Chicagoland Speedway, delivering a Toyota‑centric showdown that saw seven of the top ten finishers under the manufacturer’s banner.
In a tightly contested event, Chase Briscoe claimed his maiden win of the season at Chicagoland Speedway, delivering Toyota its twelfth triumph in the first nineteen races. The race, notable for its 28 lead changes and a late‑stage pit strategy showdown, also signaled NASCAR's comeback to the historic oval after a six‑year hiatus.

Chase Briscoe’s debut win, Toyota’s top‑ten sweep and key In‑Season Challenge implications unfolded at Chicagoland Speedway.

Chase Briscoe won the NASCAR Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway, holding off Christopher Bell after a late‑race battle. Toyota dominated the top ten, while Denny Hamlin, William Byron and Alex Bowman rounded out the top five. The series now travels to Georgia for the next event.

Chase Briscoe edged teammate Christopher Bell by .027 seconds after a decisive pit call, as Toyota secured seven of the top ten finishers and a historic sweep by Joe Gibbs Racing, even as Shane van Gisbergen’s deliberate wreck with Austin Hill sparked a looming NASCAR review.

Chase Briscoe edged teammate Christopher Bell by 0.276 seconds at Chicagoland Speedway, securing his maiden victory of the season and climbing to eighth in the standings.

Chase Briscoe held off Christopher Bell in the final laps to claim his sixth career NASCAR Cup victory, while Denny Hamlin’s points surge after Tyler Reddick’s mechanical woes.
Chase Briscoe secured his maiden victory of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series at Chicagoland Speedway, driving a red, white and blue livery that honored the holiday, while Connor Zilisch’s season continued with another early DNF.

Chase Briscoe's surprising win at Chicagoland Speedway sparked excitement among fans and competitors alike, as other drivers shared their own race narratives.

Chase Briscoe won his sixth NASCAR Cup race at Chicagoland Speedway, leading a Joe Gibbs Racing 1‑2‑3 finish while Denny Hamlin expanded his championship advantage.

Joe Gibbs Racing’s historic road‑course pedigree, combined with strong performances from Denny Hamlin, Chase Briscoe, Christopher Bell and Ty Gibbs, sets the stage for a competitive Sonoma event, highlighted by sponsor activations from Rheem and Saia.

A look at Joe Gibbs Racing’s storied history at Pocono Raceway, the milestones achieved by Denny Hamlin, and the competitive outlook for the upcoming Great American Getaway 400, featuring insights on drivers, sponsors, and crew strategies.

A look at the drivers, team history and fan activities surrounding the upcoming Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway.