Brickyard 400: Hocevar Poles, Blaney vs Gilliland in $1M Showdown
Carson Hocevar secured pole position at 186.598 mph as the In‑Season Challenge pits Ryan Blaney against Todd Gilliland for a $1 million prize.
Jul 26, 2026
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Brickyard 400 Set for July 2026 Showdown at Indianapolis
The 2026 Brickyyard 400 returns to Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 26, featuring a 2 p.m. ET start, multi‑platform broadcast and a $1 million In‑Season Challenge showdown between Ryan Blaney and Todd Gilliland.
Jul 26, 2026
NASCAR Brickyyard 400 Returns to Indianapolis with Million-Dollar In-Season Challenge
The 2026 Brickyyard 400 will feature a $1 million championship matchup, detailed broadcast options, and a deep look at the playoff point standings heading into the race.
Jul 26, 2026
NASCAR’s Brickyyard 400 Returns to Indianapolis This July
The Brickyard 400 will take place on July 26 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, featuring a competitive starting grid, multiple broadcast platforms and a three‑stage format.
Jul 26, 2026
Brickyard 400 Set for July 26 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Carson Hocevar leads a stacked front row as NASCAR announces broadcast details for the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Jul 26, 2026
Todd Gilliland Extends Stay with Front Row Motorsports
After a breakout 2024 season that delivered a career‑best 22nd‑place points finish and four top‑10 results, Gilliland has agreed to remain with Front Row Motorsports through 2027, underscoring the team’s confidence in his steady progress
Jul 26, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro for the Window World 450
The Cup Series heads back to the historic North Wilkesboro Speedway this weekend, where the Window World 450 will crown a starting lineup determined by Saturday’s qualifying session. A deep field of drivers, from seasoned veterans to rising stars, will battle for pole position.
Jul 26, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro for the Window World 450
The upcoming Window World 450 at North Wilkesboro Speedway will feature a competitive qualifying session that determines the grid for Sunday’s race, showcasing a deep field of drivers and their metric rankings.
Jul 26, 2026
Todd Gilliland Commits to Front Row Motorsports Through 2027
Todd Gilliland has signed a contract extension with Front Row Motorsports, guaranteeing his participation in the No. 34 Ford Mustang through the 2027 NASCAR Cup season. The deal highlights his steady rise, recent on‑track achievements, and the team's broader ambitions.
Jul 26, 2026
Todd Gilliland Extends Contract with Front Row Motorsports Through 2027
Todd Gilliland has signed a contract extension with Front Row Motorsports, guaranteeing his presence in the No. 34 Ford Mustang through the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series season. The agreement comes as the team celebrates recent triumphs and prepares for upcoming battles.
Jul 26, 2026
Todd Gilliland Extends Contract with Front Row Motorsports Through 2027
Todd Gilliland has signed a contract extension with Front Row Motorsports to remain in the NASCAR Cup Series through 2027, bringing the team’s recent resurgence into focus.
Jul 26, 2026
Gilliland Extends Stay with Front Row Motorsports Through 2027
Todd Gilliland has signed a contract extension through 2027, positioning him as a key contender in the current NASCAR In‑Season Challenge and highlighting the team’s long‑term vision.
Jul 26, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro for Historic Points Race
The upcoming Window World 450 at North Wilkesboro Speedway brings together 37 drivers, historic significance, and crucial playoff stakes, set to air on TNT Sports and HBO Max this Sunday.
Jul 26, 2026
Joe Gibbs Racing sues former competition director Chris Gabehart over alleged trade‑secret theft
Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) has filed a lawsuit against former competition director Chris Gabehart and his current employer, Spire Motorsports, alleging the theft of confidential information and trade secrets. The case will go to a jury trial in February 2027, with Gabehart denying the claims and filing a countersuit.
Jul 26, 2026
NASCAR’s Brickyard 400 Sets Its Starting Lineup at Indianapolis
NASCAR’s Brickyard 400 sets its starting lineup at Indianapolis, featuring ten drivers from Carson Hocevar to Kyle Larson.
Jul 26, 2026
Todd Gilliland Commits to Front Row Motorsports Through 2027
After a career‑best season and a contract extension, Gilliland is targeting a turnaround at the historic North Wilkesboro Speedway.
Jul 26, 2026
Carson Hocevar Claims Pole for Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis
Carson Hocevar earned his third career Busch Light pole award with a 186.598 mph lap, positioning him alongside Daniel Suárez for the upcoming Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Brickyard 400 2026: Expert Picks, Odds and Predictions
Expert forecasts point to Chase Briscoe and Denny Hamlin as favorites, with fuel conservation and hot conditions shaping strategies for the July 26 race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Jul 25, 2026
Carson Hocevar Secures Pole for 2026 Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis
Carson Hocevar grabs pole for the 2026 Brickyard 400 as teammate Daniel Suarez follows, with several top drivers reshuffled in a tightly contested qualifying session
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Makes a Historic Return to North Wilkesboro Speedway
After three decades away, NASCAR is back at North Wilkesboro Speedway, where recent All‑Star winners and shifting betting odds promise an unpredictable and eagerly awaited race.
Jul 25, 2026
Carson Hocevar Claims Pole for Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis
Carson Hocevar secured the Busch Light Pole Award with a top speed of 186.598 mph, while teammate Daniel Suárez will start alongside him on the front row. The top five include Tyler Reddick, Ty Gibbs and Denny Hamlin, and the full grid features notable performances from Bubba Wallace, Ryan Blaney and Todd Gilliland.
Jul 25, 2026
Carson Hocevar Secures Pole for Brickyard 400 Ahead of Indianapolis Showdown
Qualifying concluded with Carson Hocevar posting the fastest lap of 48.232 seconds, positioning him ahead of Daniel Suarez. The race, scheduled for Sunday at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, will be televised on TNT and available on HBO Max, starting at 11:00 AM Pacific Time.
Jul 25, 2026
Carson Hocevar Claims Pole for 2026 Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis
Carson Hocevar will lead the grid for the 2026 Brickyard 400 after posting a blistering 48.232‑second lap at 186.598 mph, with teammate Daniel Suarez right behind him. The qualifying session featured a host of surprise performances and a few early setbacks.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR to Host Historic Points Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in 2026
NASCAR will run a points race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in 2026, the first since 1996, featuring a two‑lap qualifying format and a reduced entry list that locks in Chad Finchum.
Jul 25, 2026