Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Josh Berry across Nascar.
Ryan Preece captured his maiden NASCAR Cup Series win after a dramatic overtime finish at Daytona International Speedway, while Shane van Gisbergen and Brad Keselowski saw their championship hopes eliminated.
Ryan Preece captured his maiden NASCAR Cup Series victory at Daytona International Speedway, edging Zane Smith on the final lap to claim the 16th and final spot in the season‑ending Chase.
Ross Chastain secured pole position with a top speed of 184.396 mph, while Chris Buescher qualified second. The race, the final event of the 2026 regular season, will be broadcast live on NBC for the first time, showcasing a full field of drivers from teams such as Trackhouse Racing, RFK Racing, Team Penske and Hendrick Motorsports.
The Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway on August 29 will decide the final playoff spots, with Ross Chastain on pole and Ryan Preece facing a make‑or‑break showdown.
Analysts weigh recent upsets, driver form and the chaotic dynamics of Daytona as the 2026 Coke Zero Sugar 400 approaches.
A dramatic qualifying session at Daytona saw multiple teams and drivers jockey for position ahead of the Coca‑Cola Zero Sugar 400.
Ross Chastain secured pole position after a two‑round qualifying format, while Gray Gaulding was ruled the slowest and left out of the 40‑car field. The race, scheduled for Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET, marks the final regular‑season event before the playoffs.
Saturday’s NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at Daytona International Speedway set the stage for the season‑ending Coke Zero Sugar 400, with 41 cars entering the draw and one failing to make the field.
NASCAR’s final playoff qualifier at Daytona International Speedway will see 41 entries contesting 40 positions, with a 31‑point lead for Shane van Gisbergen over Ryan Preece heading into the weekend’s action.
An analysis of how Daytona's unique racing format levels the playing field and offers long‑shot drivers a realistic shot at victory.
The season‑ending race at Daytona International Speedway will determine the final playoff entrants, with high‑stakes strategy, drafting intricacies and surprise contenders shaping the outcome.
The 2026 Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway is the decisive race that will determine the final twelve playoff spots, featuring a mix of seasoned champions and bubble drivers fighting for their championship hopes.
A sudden thunderstorm forecast has put Saturday's NASCAR Cup Series qualifying in jeopardy, prompting a metric‑based lineup that could reshape the season‑ending race.
A points‑based Chase reshapes the 2026 season, with the final race at Daytona determining the last three playoff spots and the fate of two contenders.
A look at the major driver contract updates, retirements, and roster shifts set to define NASCAR's 2027 season.
Richard Childress Racing announced Carson Brown as its full‑time driver for the 2027 O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, replacing Jesse Love, as the team reshapes its lineup and looks ahead to a busy schedule of events including the August 28 Winn‑Dixie 250 at Daytona.
A look at the upcoming Daytona International Speedway event, where Cup and O’Reilly Series drivers will battle under a fresh rules package, with metric scores determining the order and several surprise entries on the grid.
With a 25‑point advantage and a seventh‑place finish at New Hampshire, Hamlin’s No. 11 Toyota looks to capitalize on high‑speed track strengths while Penske struggles on longer ovals, setting the stage for a dramatic title run.
With the Chase lineup largely set, attention turns to the Daytona plate race where bonus points and recent form could reshape the playoff picture.
Josh Berry lost his Cup Series seat at Wood Brothers Racing to Jesse Love, sparking debate over his limited wins and the sport's shifting driver landscape.
Ryan Blaney’s third victory of the season propels him toward Daytona, while Christopher Bell, Joey Logano, Denny Hamlin and a host of rising talents shape the competitive race for the Championship.
With four wins already this season and a dominant record on high‑speed circuits, Hamlin aims to translate his momentum into a championship run.
NASCAR removes points resets, locks the top sixteen based on regular‑season standings, adjusts bonus allocations, and sets the stage for a decisive showdown at Daytona.
Denny Hamlin questioned Carson Hocevar’s on‑track decisions after a Lap 84 crash that sent the youngster spinning, while Ryan Blaney captured the victory amid a weekend littered with incidents.