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The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway will feature a $11.23 million purse, live coverage on USA and HBO Max, and a competitive starting lineup led by Denny Hamlin in the points standings.
With the 2026 Iowa Corn 350 set for the penultimate race before The Chase, oddsmakers and data‑driven forecasts converge on Kyle Larson and a high‑risk underdog, while veteran William Byron seeks redemption.
The upcoming Iowa Corn 350 will feature a reduced chartered lineup, a unique qualifying format and a live broadcast on USA Network, marking a distinctive finale to the 2026 NASCAR season.
Qualifying and practice sessions at Iowa Speedway will set the stage for the Iowa Corn 350, with Connor Zilisch leading the metric scores and the race marking one of the final four points events of the regular season.
The 2026 Iowa Corn 350 will be the 23rd race of the NASCAR Cup Series season, featuring a unique qualifying format that pits all 30 drivers against each other on a single lap at Iowa Speedway.
The 36‑driver Iowa Corn 350 marks a critical playoff‑qualifying stop, featuring top contenders like Ty Gibbs, Carson Hocevar and a full field of chartered teams.
NASCAR confirms a full 36‑driver field for the 2026 Iowa Corn 350, with Austin Hill replacing Kyle Busch in the No. 33 car.
As the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series approaches, veteran drivers like Denny Hamlin, Brad Keselowski, Michael McDowell and J.J. Yeley are confronting the possibility of retirement, while teams such as RFK Racing and Spire Motorsports reshape their lineups.
The 2026 season will see the Cup Series contest the Iowa Corn 350 in August and the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series host the Pennzoil 250 in July, both featuring full fields and updated betting odds.
The upcoming Iowa Corn 350 will test teams and drivers under sweltering conditions, with points and postseason hopes on the line
Denny Hamlin leads the championship after the Indianapolis race, with the top 16 drivers locked into the playoffs and the battle for the final spots intensifying.
Tristan McKee, a 15‑year‑old development driver for Spire Motorsports, is slated to debut in the NASCAR Truck Series at Richmond on August 14, 2026, entering the No. 77 Chevrolet and aiming for a full‑season future.
Connor Zilisch is poised to join Hendrick Motorsports, while Corey Day faces an uncertain path, potentially landing at Spire Motorsports, reshaping Trackhouse Racing’s roster.
Rain forced a three‑hour pause, but Blaney’s dominance across all stages and a close overtime finish secured the victory.
A look at the drivers hovering in the high teens to low twenties who could surprise at Iowa’s short‑track showdown.
The upcoming race will feature a who’s‑who of NASCAR’s top talent, from Ross Chastain to Michael McDowell.
With 37 drivers set to compete, the upcoming race at North Wilkesboro Speedway will be a critical test for playoff positioning and a showcase of short‑track grit.
NASCAR’s Cup Series will race at North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, for the first time since 1996, featuring a 37‑car lineup and opening betting odds that favor stars such as Ryan Blaney and Denny Hamlin.
Ryan Blaney led 171 laps at Atlanta Motor Speedway, but the event was marred by weather delays that stretched the finish past 2 a.m., sparking both praise and criticism.
Ryan Blaney dominated the NASCAR Cup race at Atlanta, leading 171 of 263 laps and securing a victory for Team Penske, while late‑night action sparked both praise and criticism.
Ryan Blaney led 171 laps to claim victory for Team Penske in a weather‑hit race that stretched into the early hours, while Bubba Wallace’s second‑place finish ended in a 29th‑place penalty
The NASCAR Cup Series is set to make its long‑awaited return to North Wilkesboro on July 19, marking the first points‑event race at the historic half‑mile track in three decades.
Thousands of fans will gather at North Wilkesboro Speedway for the first points‑paying Cup Series race in almost 30 years, blending tradition with modern excitement.
NASCAR returns to North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, for a weekend that blends legacy with fresh competition, featuring the Cup Series, Truck Series and CARS Tour on the historic 5/8‑mile speedway.