NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway for the eero 400
After a four‑year hiatus, the Cup Series rolls back into Chicagoland, where a mix of seasoned veterans and newcomers will battle a now‑rougher surface.
Jul 4, 2026
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NASCAR Qualifying at Chicagoland Speedway Introduces 2025 Metric Ahead of Chicago 400 Broadcast
A new 2025 qualifying metric sets the lineup for Sunday’s 267‑lap race at Chicagoland Speedway, with new non‑chartered entries and a live TNT broadcast.
Jul 4, 2026
NASCAR eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway: Betting Picks and Weather Forecast
With the race scheduled for July 5, 2026 at 6 p.m. ET, analysts highlight tire management, historical performances and driver form as key factors for bettors.
Jul 4, 2026
Rain Forces NASCAR to Reorder Chicagoland Starting Grid
NASCAR called off Saturday's O'Reilly Auto Parts Series qualifying at Chicagoland Speedway due to thunderstorms, opting for a brief practice session. Should Cup qualifying also be canceled, the starting order for Sunday's 38‑car eero 400 will be determined by reversing the metric scores, giving Ty Gibbs the pole and J.J. Yeley the last spot. The race will air live on TNT at 6 p.m. ET.
Jul 4, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway for the 2026 eero 400
The 2026 eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway brings back the Next Gen car and a field of 18 drivers who last competed there in 2019, with analysts forecasting Hamlin, Larson and Logano as top contenders.
Jul 4, 2026
Hamlin Leads NASCAR Cup as Analysts Size Up Chicago Challenge
Denny Hamlin’s recent surge to the top of the standings, driven by solid performances and Tyler Reddick’s misfortune, sets the stage for a deep dive into the upcoming Chicago race, where tire dynamics and rivalries could reshape the playoff picture.
Jul 4, 2026
NASCAR’s Chicagoland Return: Predictions and Preview
The NASCAR Cup Series returns to Chicagoland Speedway on July 5 for the first time since 2019, featuring the debut of the Next Gen car and a field of 18 drivers who raced there in 2019.
Jul 4, 2026
Kyle Larson Eyes Chicagoland Victory as NASCAR Returns
Kyle Larson, a Hendrick Motorsports driver, is confident about his performance at Chicagoland Speedway, where he hopes to end a 42‑race winless drought and contend for a $1 million prize in the second round of NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge.
Jul 4, 2026
Hamlin Leads Odds as NASCAR Revives Oval Racing at Chicagoland
Denny Hamlin tops the betting board at +300, with Tyler Reddick and Kyle Larson close behind, while veteran Brad Keselowski eyes a historic win.
Jul 4, 2026
Kyle Larson Eyes End to Winless Streak at Chicagoland Speedway
Kyle Larson, a top‑five finisher in five of his last six races, is poised to break a 42‑race winless drought at Chicagoland Speedway, where his average finish tops the series history.
Jul 4, 2026
Herbst Tops Chicagoland Practice as 23XI Racing Shows Strength
Riley Herbst led practice at Chicagoland Speedway, with his 23XI Racing teammates close behind. Bubba Wallace, Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin and Ty Gibbs rounded out the top five, while Corey Heim and several other drivers added depth to the field.
Jul 4, 2026
Kyle Larson Eyes Breakthrough at Chicagoland Speedway
Kyle Larson, piloting for Hendrick Motorsports, heads into the weekend at Chicagoland Speedway with a strong record on the 1.5‑mile track and a personal mission to finally break his winless streak.
Jul 4, 2026
Larson Eyes Breakthrough at Chicagoland as NASCAR Returns After Three-Year Hiatus
Kyle Larson is optimistic about his performance at Chicagoland Speedway, where NASCAR will host its first Cup Series race since 2019.
Jul 4, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Tournament Heads to Chicagoland for Round Two
The second round of the NASCAR Cup Series In‑Season Tournament lands at Chicagoland Speedway, featuring sixteen drivers, key rivalries and strategic battles.
Jul 4, 2026
Toyota’s Practice Dominance at Chicagoland Ahead of eero 400
Ahead of the eero 400, practice at Chicagoland Speedway revealed a dominant Toyota performance, with Riley Herbst topping the times and a cluster of championship contenders jostling for pole position.
Jul 4, 2026
Riley Herbst tops practice at Chicagoland Speedway
Riley Herbst set the fastest lap at Chicagoland Speedway with a speed of 178.065 mph, while teammate Bubba Wallace finished second. Toyota-powered entries swept six of the top eight positions, and several notable drivers turned strong times before Saturday's qualifying.
Jul 4, 2026
Riley Herbst Sets Fastest Lap in Final NASCAR Cup Practice at Chicagoland Speedway
Riley Herbst topped the final Cup Series practice at Chicagoland Speedway with a 178.065 mph lap, while Toyota’s six entries filled the top ten and Tyler Reddick led in long‑run speed.
Jul 4, 2026
Kyle Larson Eyes Chicagoland Victory as NASCAR Returns
Larson’s strong track record, recent form and a $1 million prize up for grabs set the stage for a compelling duel with William Byron at Chicago’s iconic speedway.
Jul 4, 2026
Kyle Larson Eyes Chicagoland Victory in In‑Season Challenge
Kyle Larson’s recent test at Chicagoland Speedway has him confident ahead of a high‑stakes race against William Byron, where a $1 million prize and a historic track revival add extra intrigue.
Jul 4, 2026
NASCAR Practice Standouts Shine at Chicagoland
A quick look at the standout performances from NASCAR practice at Chicagoland, featuring Tyler Reddick, Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin, William Byron and Corey Heim.
Jul 4, 2026
Kyle Larson Eyes Million-Dollar Victory at Chicagoland Speedway
Kyle Larson, a veteran of the NASCAR Cup Series, is poised to compete at Chicagoland Speedway, where his past performances and recent form place him as a strong contender for the $1 million prize.
Jul 4, 2026
Herbst Tops Practice at Chicagoland as 23XI Racing Shines
Riley Herbst led the NASCAR Cup Series practice at Chicagoland Speedway with a lap of 30.326 seconds, while teammate Bubba Wallace finished just 0.023 seconds back.
Jul 4, 2026
Storm Forces NASCAR to Reschedule Practice and Cancel Qualifying at Chicagoland Speedway
A severe storm in Joliet, Illinois, has disrupted NASCAR's return to Chicagoland Speedway, moving practice to Saturday and scrapping qualifying. The starting lineup will be set by the NASCAR rulebook, while ARCA and O'Reilly Auto Parts Series events face similar weather risks.
Jul 4, 2026
Kyle Larson Eyes Chicagoland Victory to Snap 42‑Race Win Drought
Kyle Larson, fresh off a strong performance at Sonoma, is optimistic about his chances at Chicagoland Speedway as NASCAR returns this weekend.
Jul 4, 2026