NASCAR Standings Shake Up After Sonoma Road Course Thriller
The latest NASCAR Cup Series standings reflect a dramatic shift after Sunday's Sonoma race, with Hamlin leading and the Chase cutline narrowing around 16 drivers.
Jun 29, 2026
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Van Gisbergen’s Sonoma Masterclass
Shane van Gisbergen captured his second NASCAR Cup Series win of the 2026 season at Sonoma Raceway, leading 76 of 110 laps and positioning himself one triumph away from tying Jeff Gordon’s road‑course record. Denny Hamlin moved into the points lead as Tyler Reddick’s early exit reshaped the championship picture.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Dominates Sonoma NASCAR Race
Shane van Gisbergen won the NASCAR race at Sonoma Raceway, leading 75 laps and edging out Chase Briscoe. Ty Gibbs finished third with 54 points and Christopher Bell fifth with 50 points.
Jun 29, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Challenge: Top Seed Falls at Sonoma
Tyler Reddick's loss to Alex Bowman and Denny Hamlin's survival set the stage for a dramatic second round at Chicagoland Speedway
Jun 29, 2026
Van Gisbergen Takes Command at Sonoma in In‑Season Challenge Opener
Shane van Gisbergen led 74 laps and edged Chase Briscoe by less than a second to win the Toyota/Save Mart 350, kicking off the new In‑Season Challenge with a full field of 35 drivers.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Secures Second 2026 NASCAR Cup Victory at Sonoma
Shane van Gisbergen won the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway, his second victory of 2026 and eighth career win, while Denny Hamlin moved to the top of the standings.
Jun 29, 2026
Hamlin Takes Points Lead After Sonoma Thriller
Denny Hamlin surged to the top of the Cup Series standings after a chaotic Sonoma event, holding a one‑point edge over the upcoming Chicagoland race while Tyler Reddick’s power‑steering woes and Erik Jones’ slide into the cutline added further intrigue.
Jun 29, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Sonoma for 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350
The 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350 will take place on June 28 at Sonoma Raceway, featuring pole‑position starter Ty Gibbs, Chevrolet dominance in qualifying and Shane van Gisbergen as the FanDuel favorite.
Jun 28, 2026
NASCAR’s Toyota/SaveMart 350: Undervalued Underdogs Offer Betting Edge
A data‑driven preview of the Toyota/SaveMart 350 highlights three head‑to‑head matchups where the author’s model diverges from sportsbook odds, suggesting undervalued betting opportunities.
Jun 28, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Sonoma for 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350
The 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350 will bring the NASCAR Cup Series to Sonoma Raceway on June 28, featuring a deep driver field, stage racing and betting favorites.
Jun 28, 2026
Sonoma’s Final Road‑Course Showdown Sets the Stage for the In‑Season Challenge
The Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway on June 28 will crown the first champion of the In‑Season Challenge, with odds favoring Shane van Gisbergen, Kyle Larson and Tyler Reddick, while pole‑sitter Ty Gibbs and other top picks prepare for a high‑stakes battle.
Jun 28, 2026
NASCAR’s Pit Stall Draw Sets the Stage for Sonoma Showdown
NASCAR has released the official pit stall assignments for the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, highlighting Ty Gibbs’ prime spot and the strategic importance of pit placement on the road course.
Jun 28, 2026
NASCAR’s Toyota/Save Mart 350 Returns to Sonoma This Sunday
The Toyota/Save Mart 350 will take place at Sonoma Raceway on June 28, broadcast on TNT and available via free DIRECTV trial, SlingTV, and HBO Max. Drivers Bubba Wallace and Michael McDowell look to build on recent top‑10 results.
Jun 28, 2026
Bubba Wallace’s Sonoma Qualifying Crash Sends Him to the Rear for Toyota/Save Mart 350
Bubba Wallace’s bid for a strong finish at Sonoma Raceway was derailed when a qualifying crash forced him to start last, casting a shadow over his recent momentum and playoff hopes.
Jun 28, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Challenge Sets Up High‑Stakes Bracket Racing
From Sonoma to Indianapolis, the In‑Season Challenge pairs the series' leading contenders in a bracket format that culminates in a million‑dollar showdown.
Jun 28, 2026
Van Gisbergen Starts Sixth as Gibbs Claims Pole at Sonoma
Shane van Gisbergen will line up sixth for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma, while Ty Gibbs secures pole position in a dramatic qualifying session that saw several title hopefuls scattered throughout the grid.
Jun 28, 2026
NASCAR 2026 Betting Preview: Sonoma’s Toyota Save Mart 350 and the Odds That Shape It
The 2026 NASCAR season opens with the Toyota Save Mart 350 at Sonoma, where betting options range from race winners to manufacturer props, and drivers’ recent form, track history and weather will be decisive.
Jun 28, 2026
Wallace’s Sonoma Qualifying Crash Turns Promising Weekend Into Uphill Battle
Bubba Wallace’s strong showing at Sonoma was derailed by a Turn 9 crash in qualifying, dropping him to the back of the grid for Sunday’s race and complicating his playoff chase.
Jun 28, 2026
NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge Heads to Sonoma for Million‑Dollar Showdown
This weekend the Cup Series travels to Sonoma Raceway, where 32 drivers will battle in a single‑elimination bracket for a $1 million prize, broadcast live on TNT and truTV.
Jun 28, 2026
Cooper Albers Unveils 2026 NASCAR Toyota / Save Mart 350 Odds at Sonoma
Analyst Cooper Albers and DraftKings Sportsbook have published the complete odds for the 2026 Toyota / Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, highlighting Denny Hamlin as the +550 favorite and outlining a deep field of contenders.
Jun 28, 2026
Gibbs Secures First Sonoma Pole Ahead of NASCAR’s Toyota/Save Mart 350
Ty Gibbs claimed his first NASCAR Cup Series pole at Sonoma Raceway with a lap of 1:14.830, setting the stage for a competitive Toyota/Save Mart 350.
Jun 28, 2026
Gibbs grabs pole as Sonoma qualifying delivers surprise twists
Ty Gibbs secured pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway, outpacing Carson Hocevar by a narrow margin. Several other drivers posted strong qualifying times, and Bubba Wallace will begin the event in a backup car after a crash.
Jun 28, 2026
Gibbs Secures Pole at Sonoma in Narrow Qualifying Finish
The NASCAR Cup Series qualifying session at Sonoma Raceway delivered tight competition and surprising setbacks, setting the stage for an unpredictable race.
Jun 27, 2026
Ty Gibbs Secures Pole for Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma
Ty Gibbs will lead the field for Sunday's Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway after posting a 74.829‑second lap. The pole marks his first road‑course pole of the season and the third of his career, while Carson Hocevar, Kyle Larson and others line up behind him.
Jun 27, 2026