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NASCAR is back at Indianapolis Motor Speedway this weekend, where the Brickyard 400 traditionally separates contenders from pretenders. While no top‑10 driver has won on the oval, several road‑course veterans and unexpected sleepers are poised to make an impact.
The iconic Brickyard 400 will crown a $1 million winner on Sunday, July 26, as NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge reaches its climax at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Brad Keselowski shares his views on arriving slightly late, the irritation of idle traffic police, the power of saying no, and a lingering regret about missing the early Bitcoin boom. He also discusses how he defines a bad race, his comparisons with young driver Carson Hocevar, his philosophy on mortality, and his ventures beyond racing, including manufacturing and engineering. The interview reveals his stance on collectibles, his modest upbringing, a humorous story about a past wreck, and his ongoing dilemma between driving and team ownership.
Shane van Gisbergen's recent surge on non‑road tracks has transformed his season prospects, boosting his Chase odds and reshaping the playoff landscape.
The 2026 Brickyard 400 will take place at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in July, featuring a new qualifying format that uses a single lap for every driver, with the pole position last held by Chase Briscoe.
The 2026 Brickyard 400 will take place at the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway in July, using a novel one‑lap qualifying system that determines the starting lineup based on lap times. The event promises a competitive field of top NASCAR talent.
NASCAR is set to race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Indianapolis Raceway Park, featuring the Cup Series, O’Reilly Series, Truck Series, and ARCA Menards Series. Qualifying metrics have been published, highlighting the leading drivers in each division.
From the passenger seat of a NASCAR Cup car, the author felt the thunder of 170 mph on the historic Indianapolis oval, gaining a fresh appreciation for the sport’s most demanding race.
The 2026 Brickyyard 400 promises a showdown between the season's top performers, with Hamlin favored and Larson poised to challenge.
From the passenger seat of Michael McDowell’s NASCAR Cup car, the reporter discovers how the iconic track feels faster than any screen can convey, and why the upcoming Brickyard 400 promises a unique blend of history and adrenaline.
After a runner‑up finish at North Wilkesboro, Denny Hamlin urges the series to keep the venue on the schedule, likening its racing intensity to Bristol and predicting that the current top 16 drivers will lock in Chase spots.
Denny Hamlin, the 2026 NASCAR Cup points leader, supports bringing North Wilkesboro back to the Cup schedule in 2027, citing its Bristol‑like dynamics and sharing predictions for the upcoming Chase.
Ryan Blaney led 184 laps, including the final one, to claim his second win of the season and push Ford Racing to a historic milestone, while Denny Hamlin retains the points lead and Tyler Reddick narrows the gap.
A dramatic overtime finish highlighted the Quaker State 400, as rain forced a lengthy pause before the final laps were run under the lights.
Ryan Blaney's dominant win at EchoPark Speedway reshaped the NASCAR Cup standings, moving him to third and tightening the playoff race.
After the 20th race of the season, the NASCAR Cup Series standings have shifted dramatically, with Denny Hamlin topping the chart and several drivers jostling for the Chase cutoff.
A three‑hour rain delay forced the Quaker State 400 at EchoPark Speedway to spill into the early hours of Monday, but the NASCAR Cup Series still managed to crown a winner.
Denny Hamlin leads the standings, while Reddick and Blaney chase closely, and the playoff picture sharpens with six events remaining.
Tyler Reddick narrows the championship gap to Denny Hamlin, while Shane van Gisbergen maintains a comfortable lead. Several drivers jockey for position ahead of the 2026 Chase.
Ryan Blaney captured the Quaker State 400 after a three‑hour weather delay, moving to within 65 points of points leader Denny Hamlin with six races remaining before the Chase.
Ryan Blaney captured the Quaker State 400 at Atlanta Motor Speedway after a lengthy weather delay, moving to second in the NASCAR Cup Series standings behind Denny Hamlin. With six races left before the Chase, the points battle is tightening.
Ryan Blaney’s victory at EchoPark Speedway reshapes the points standings, leaving Denny Hamlin 65 points ahead as the series heads into its final stretch.
A sudden thunderstorm forced NASCAR to pause the Quaker State 400 in Atlanta, prompting crews to race against time to dry the track before a possible timed finish
Ryan Blaney grabs the pole with a 30.815‑second lap, while teammate Joey Logano qualifies second. Toyota teams prioritize race setup over qualifying speed, and the event will be streamed on HBO Max and NASCAR.com.