NASCAR Revives Classic Qualifying Format for 2026 Southern 500 at Darlington
The Cook Out Southern 500 kicks off the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Chase with a full 38‑driver field, live Sunday at 5:00 p.m. ET on USA Network.
Sep 5, 2026
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NASCAR Announces 2027 Driver Lineup Shake‑Up
The 2027 NASCAR Cup Series roster is taking shape, with confirmed driver movements, retirements and new signings across the sport's top teams.
Sep 5, 2026
NASCAR’s 2026 Chase Opens at Darlington with Cook Out Southern 500
The Cook Out Southern 500 kicks off the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs at Darlington Raceway, with USA Network broadcasting live on September 6.
Sep 5, 2026
Riley Herbst Out of Daytona After Concussion, Eyes 2027 Legacy Move
Riley Herbst withdrew from the Daytona race after a concussion, citing safety concerns, and announced his intention to join Legacy Motor Club in 2027.
Sep 5, 2026
Ryan Preece’s Daytona Triumph Secures Playoff Spot at Expense of Shane van Gisbergen
Ryan Preece captured his first NASCAR Cup Series win at Daytona, earning a playoff berth while eliminating Shane van Gisbergen from championship contention.
Sep 1, 2026
2027 NASCAR Cup Series Lineup Takes Shape with Key Promotions and Roster Shifts
The provisional 2027 NASCAR Cup Series roster reveals several high‑profile promotions, team expansions, and lingering uncertainties as teams finalize driver agreements.
Aug 31, 2026
NASCAR Drops Playoff Knockout for Full-Season Championship
NASCAR has abandoned its 'win and in' playoff format, replacing it with a season-long championship that rewards consistency. Denny Hamlin tops the standings, but the revised point structure tightens the battle for the title.
Aug 30, 2026
Ryan Preece’s Daytona Overtime Victory Secures Chase Spot
Ryan Preece clinches his first NASCAR Cup Series victory at Daytona in a dramatic overtime finish, securing a Chase spot while Shane van Gisbergen’s championship hopes evaporate.
Aug 30, 2026
Herbst Out, Burton In: A Last‑Minute Shuffle at Daytona
Riley Herbst's injury forces a last‑minute driver swap at Daytona, with reserve Harrison Burton stepping into the No. 35 Toyota.
Aug 30, 2026
Ryan Preece Secures First NASCAR Cup Victory at Daytona, Earns Playoff Berth
After a multicar crash reshaped the stage at Daytona International Speedway, Ryan Preece capitalized on the caution to claim his maiden Cup win, leapfrog into the playoffs, and ignite a new storyline for RFK Racing.
Aug 30, 2026
Ryan Preece Secures First NASCAR Cup Series Victory at Daytona
After a race filled with multiple cautions and 41 lead changes, Ryan Preece claimed his first NASCAR Cup Series victory, finishing ahead of Daniel Suarez and Tyler Reddick.
Aug 30, 2026
Ryan Preece Takes First NASCAR Cup Victory at Daytona, Locks In Playoff Berth
Ryan Preece’s maiden Cup win at Daytona not only crowns a thrilling finale but also secures his spot in the upcoming playoffs, while Dominic Aragon provides insight into the race’s key moments.
Aug 30, 2026
Daytona’s Final Sprint: Hamlin, Chastain and the Playoff Battle
A Saturday night showdown at Daytona International Speedway saw Ryan Preece take the checkered flag, while Denny Hamlin’s top‑10 run kept his championship hopes alive. With only five drivers contesting three playoff spots, the stage is set for a dramatic climax at Darlington Raceway.
Aug 30, 2026
Ryan Preece clinches final NASCAR playoff spot in dramatic Daytona overtime
Ryan Preece’s overtime victory at Daytona secured the last playoff berth and two Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing entries, while Shane van Gisbergen’s late‑race gamble cost him a spot and Tom Cruise announced a ‘Days of Thunder’ sequel
Aug 30, 2026
NASCAR Cup Series Ends Regular Season with Tight Championship Battle
The regular season concluded at Daytona with Denny Hamlin topping the standings, Ryan Preece securing his maiden victory, and a compressed points gap setting the stage for a fierce postseason.
Aug 30, 2026
Ryan Preece Wins Daytona 500 Overtime Thriller, Secures Chase Spot
Ryan Preece captured his maiden NASCAR Cup Series victory at Daytona International Speedway, edging Zane Smith on the final lap to claim the 16th and final spot in the season‑ending Chase.
Aug 30, 2026
Daytona Finale Redefines Playoff Landscape
Ryan Preece's Daytona victory secures his playoff berth as Denny Hamlin leads the points standings, while The Chase begins at Darlington with several drivers carrying negative totals.
Aug 30, 2026
NASCAR Regular Season Ends, Playoff Field Finalized with Hamlin at Top
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series regular season concluded at Daytona, setting the stage for a 16‑driver playoff battle led by Denny Hamlin.
Aug 30, 2026
Preece clinches final playoff spot in dramatic Daytona overtime
Ryan Preece secured the last playoff berth at Daytona after a multi‑car crash and a last‑lap showdown with Shane van Gisbergen.
Aug 30, 2026
Ross Chastain Claims Pole Position for 2026 Daytona 400 as NBC Makes Historic Broadcast Debut
Ross Chastain secured pole position with a top speed of 184.396 mph, while Chris Buescher qualified second. The race, the final event of the 2026 regular season, will be broadcast live on NBC for the first time, showcasing a full field of drivers from teams such as Trackhouse Racing, RFK Racing, Team Penske and Hendrick Motorsports.
Aug 29, 2026
NASCAR’s Final Sprint to the Chase at Daytona
The Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway on August 29 will decide the final playoff spots, with Ross Chastain on pole and Ryan Preece facing a make‑or‑break showdown.
Aug 29, 2026
Chastain Claims Daytona Pole as Trackhouse Dominates Qualifying
A dramatic qualifying session at Daytona saw multiple teams and drivers jockey for position ahead of the Coca‑Cola Zero Sugar 400.
Aug 28, 2026
Ross Chastain Takes Pole for Final Regular‑Season NASCAR Race at Daytona
Ross Chastain secured pole position after a two‑round qualifying format, while Gray Gaulding was ruled the slowest and left out of the 40‑car field. The race, scheduled for Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET, marks the final regular‑season event before the playoffs.
Aug 28, 2026
Daytona Qualifying Upset Highlights Final Regular‑Season Showdown
Saturday’s NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at Daytona International Speedway set the stage for the season‑ending Coke Zero Sugar 400, with 41 cars entering the draw and one failing to make the field.
Aug 28, 2026