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The 2026 NASCAR season rolls into Pocono Raceway for the Great American Getaway 400, highlighting favorite drivers, betting options, and the variables that shape race outcomes.
Christopher Bell will start the Pocono race with a cast on his broken wrist, and Denny Hamlin enters as the betting favorite.
Denny Hamlin secured pole position with a 51.948‑second lap, while Bubba Wallace crashed and will start at the rear. Brad Keselowski’s engine woes and Christopher Bell’s 22nd‑place qualifying round set the stage for a dramatic 400‑mile event broadcast on Amazon Prime, HBO Max and NASCAR.com.
The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway will feature a competitive lineup, unique broadcast options, and a 400‑mile, 160‑lap format.
A weather forecast prompting an early start has reshaped the schedule for the Pocono Cup Series event, spotlighting Denny Hamlin's historic dominance and the new broadcasting arrangements that will bring the race to fans across multiple platforms.
Denny Hamlin secured pole position with a 51.948-second lap at 173.250 mph, aiming for his third consecutive win from the front row. The full starting grid features top qualifiers Kyle Larson, Daniel Suarez, Ty Gibbs and Chase Briscoe, along with a deep field of 38 drivers representing major teams.
Hamlin clocked a 54.686‑second lap at 164.576 mph to claim his 51st career pole, tying him with Ryan Newman for ninth on the all‑time list. With rain forecasted, teams are already plotting strategy.
Denny Hamlin aims for his third consecutive win at Pocono’s 2.5‑mile flat track, with Tyler Reddick and Kyle Larson poised to challenge, as rain‑delayed scheduling reshapes the weekend.
NASCAR’s latest technical inspection penalties strip Kyle Larson and Daniel Dye of pit stall selection and key crew members, setting the stage for a high‑stakes race at Pocono Raceway.
Denny Hamlin claimed the pole for the upcoming Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway, posting a lap of 54.686 seconds at 164.576 mph. The session was reshaped by weather concerns, and his performance ties him with Ryan Newman for ninth on the all‑time pole list.
Denny Hamlin claimed his 51st NASCAR Cup Series pole at Pocono Raceway, narrowly defeating Kyle Larson by 0.055 seconds while several drivers grappled with injuries and mechanical issues.
Rain forced a delay to the Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway, pushing the start to 1:00 p.m. ET. Denny Hamlin earned pole, Kyle Larson lines up beside him, and incidents involving Carson Hocevar and Bubba Wallace add intrigue to the upcoming contest.
Bell’s injury forces a cast and a backup driver, but he remains focused on the full distance as Hamlin aims for a third consecutive Pocono triumph.
Injury, teamwork and weather converge as the NASCAR Cup Series heads to Pocono, where drivers prepare for a condensed 400‑mile battle.
Denny Hamlin secured the pole for the 16th points‑paying event of the 2026 Cup Series, with the start shifted earlier to dodge forecasted rain.
Denny Hamlin captured pole position at Pocono Raceway, beating Kyle Larson by a narrow margin, while the NASCAR Cup Series adjusted the race start to 1 p.m. to avoid inclement weather. The grid features a mix of seasoned competitors and rising talent.
Christopher Bell is set to race at Pocono with a cast on his broken left wrist, sustained in a crash at Michigan International Speedway. His team has adapted the car for the injury, and backup driver Brandon Jones is on standby. Meanwhile, Denny Hamlin aims for a third consecutive Pocono triumph as weather forecasts prompt an earlier start time.
Denny Hamlin looks to capture a third straight Cup Series victory at Pocono, a feat that would reshape the championship picture and test Kyle Larson’s winless streak.
Denny Hamlin secured pole position with a 51.948-second lap, leading a strong showing from Joe Gibbs Racing. Several competitors will start at the back due to mechanical issues, setting the stage for a competitive race.
A recent crash involving Christopher Bell highlighted the effectiveness of the Next Gen car’s safety systems, prompting drivers and teams to commend the series’ ongoing efforts to protect competitors.
Denny Hamlin claimed his 51st career pole at Pocono Raceway, while rain threats prompt a 1 p.m. EST start and several drivers face setbacks.
After Christopher Bell’s 63‑g impact left him with a broken wrist, his teammate Chase Briscoe hailed the Next‑Gen car’s safety systems, while other drivers weighed in on the need for continued improvements.
Denny Hamlin secured pole position at Pocono Raceway with a 51.948‑second lap, edging Kyle Larson by 0.055 seconds. The session featured several setbacks for front‑row contenders.
NASCAR’s weekend at Pocono Raceway will begin under an accelerated schedule due to rain forecasts. Christopher Bell, sporting a cast on his left wrist, is set to compete, while Denny Hamlin looks to achieve a three‑peat victory.