NASCAR’s Sonoma Showdown: Favorites, Contenders, and Value Picks
NASCAR's Cup Series heads to Sonoma Raceway, where Shane van Gisbergen is favored, but several road‑course specialists offer compelling value bets.
Jun 25, 2026
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Sonoma Showdown: NASCAR’s Summer Tripleheader
NASCAR will race at Sonoma Raceway in California from June 26 to June 28, 2026, featuring the Cup Series, O’Reilly Series and ARCA Menards Series, with coverage across multiple TV and streaming platforms and Tyler Reddick leading the points standings.
Jun 25, 2026
NASCAR’s 2026 Chase: Who’s In, Who’s On the Bubble
NASCAR’s 2026 playoff format, branded as the Chase, will bring together the 16 drivers who have accumulated the most points during the regular season. Points are reset before the final stretch, and nine races remain before the playoff field is set.
Jun 25, 2026
Sonoma Sets the Stage for a Fresh NASCAR Showdown
The 2026 In‑Season Challenge opens the NASCAR season on a road course, featuring key matchups, broadcast reach and storylines that could reshape early championship dynamics.
Jun 25, 2026
NASCAR’s Sonoma Showdown: A Road‑Course Battle for the Championship
The upcoming Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway will pit the series’ top road‑course drivers against each other, with championship implications and surprising contenders.
Jun 25, 2026
NASCAR’s Final Road‑Course Battle Heads to Sonoma
With the 2026 season’s last road‑course event on the horizon, oddsmakers favor Shane van Gisbergen, while a mix of veteran and rising talent prepares for a showdown at Sonoma Raceway.
Jun 25, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen leads early Sonoma odds as Larson prepares defense
Shane van Gisbergen opens as the -150 favorite for the Sonoma road race, while Kyle Larson seeks to protect his championship lead after a strong third‑place finish in San Diego.
Jun 24, 2026
Van Gisbergen Leads a Star‑Studded Field at Sonoma’s Toyota/Save Mart 350
Shane van Gisbergen heads a strong field at Sonoma’s Toyota/Save Mart 350, where road‑course expertise could reshape the championship picture.
Jun 24, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Dominates 2025 Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway
Van Gisbergen led 97 of 110 laps, surpassing Gordon's previous record and securing his fourth NASCAR Cup Series victory.
Jun 24, 2026
Chevrolet Eyes Another Sonoma Triumph as NASCAR’s Road Course Season Winds Down
Chevrolet aims to extend its dominant streak at Sonoma Raceway while drivers like Shane van Gisbergen, Connor Zilisch, and Kyle Larson chase milestones.
Jun 24, 2026
NASCAR Revives Sonoma’s Road Course for 2026 In‑Season Challenge
NASCAR returns to Sonoma Raceway this weekend for the Toyota/Save Mart 350, kicking off the 2026 In‑Season Challenge with a full weekend of practices, qualifiers and races, while key drivers eye playoff positioning.
Jun 24, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Sonoma Raceway for a Competitive Weekend
NASCAR is set to descend on Sonoma Raceway in California for a packed weekend of racing that will showcase its premier Cup Series alongside the O’Reilly and ARCA Menards Series.
Jun 24, 2026
NASCAR’s Sonoma Showdown: Who Will Conquer the Twisty Road Course?
The NASCAR Cup Series returns to Sonoma Raceway, a 2.52‑mile road course that tests skill and strategy. With a mix of seasoned veterans and rising talent, the Toyota/Save Mart 350 promises a dramatic battle for the checkered flag.
Jun 24, 2026
NASCAR Double-Header at Sonoma: Cup Series Showdown and O’Reilly Auto Parts Action
The Sonoma Raceway will host a weekend of NASCAR racing featuring the Cup Series and the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, with odds, participants and teams highlighted.
Jun 24, 2026
Spire Motorsports Eyes Strong Showing at Sonoma as Season Hits Midpoint
Spire Motorsports is gearing up for the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series event at Sonoma Raceway, marking the midpoint of the season and offering the team a chance to build on its early momentum.
Jun 24, 2026
NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge: $1 Million Bracket and Sonoma Showdown
The NASCAR Cup Series In‑Season Challenge offers a $1 million prize, determined at Indianapolis in late July. The top 32 drivers, selected after Pocono, compete in a bracket‑style tournament, with fans able to win the same amount with a perfect bracket. This week’s matchups at Sonoma highlight Reddick’s road‑course surge, Bowman’s early exit, and a host of statistical storylines.
Jun 23, 2026
NASCAR Revs Up for Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma
The upcoming Toyota/Save Mart 350 will feature a full roster of 36 Cup Series drivers, highlighted by stars such as Kyle Larson and Austin Hill, who will contest both the Cup and Xfinity events. With no part‑time entries and a strong contingent of top teams, the race promises intense competition following a recent 39‑car showing at Naval Base Coronado.
Jun 23, 2026
NASCAR’s Sonoma Return Brings Full Grid and Fresh Lineups
NASCAR’s Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway will feature a full complement of 36 drivers, with Austin Hill contesting both the Cup and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and a host of team changes heading into the weekend.
Jun 23, 2026
NASCAR In-Season Challenge 2026: Predicted Advances Set the Stage for Million-Dollar Showdown
Early forecasts suggest several drivers will advance from the opening round at Sonoma, shaping the bracket for the $1 million prize.
Jun 22, 2026
NASCAR In-Season Challenge Returns with Bracket Format and $1 Million Finale
The second edition of the NASCAR In-Season Challenge features a tournament-style format during TNT Sports' summer slate, with the final two competitors meeting at the Brickyard 400 for a $1 million prize.
Jun 22, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Challenge Returns with Bracket‑Style Showdown
The second edition of the NASCAR In‑Season Challenge features weekly matchups, a $1 million final at the Brickyard 400 on July 26, and a bracket that could reshape drivers’ strategies.
Jun 22, 2026
Corey Heim Claims Victory in Anduril 250 at San Diego Street Course
Corey Heim led from start to finish in San Diego, while Bubba Wallace and Kyle Larson followed in second and third, as the series heads toward a pivotal stretch before The Chase.
Jun 22, 2026
NASCAR’s Anduril 250 Delivers Drama and Surprises at Naval Base Coronado
The inaugural Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado featured a chaotic multi‑car incident that reshaped the playoff picture, highlighted by Bubba Wallace’s breakthrough finish and Art Clever’s emotional homecoming.
Jun 22, 2026
NASCAR Drivers Tackle Historic Coronado Road Course Ahead of Multi‑Surface Race
The stage is set for a historic weekend at Naval Base Coronado, where NASCAR will unleash a temporary 3.4‑mile road circuit that weaves through 16 turns of mixed surface and tight confines. Drivers voice concerns, practice reveals surprises, and the championship stakes loom large.
Jun 21, 2026