
NASCAR Sets 2026 Watkins Glen Road‑Course Showdown
Watkins Glen International will host the twelfth event of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series, introducing a new qualifying format for road courses and extending the race to 100 laps.
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Watkins Glen International will host the twelfth event of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series, introducing a new qualifying format for road courses and extending the race to 100 laps.

The NASCAR Cup Series will stage its All‑Star race at Dover Motor Speedway, featuring a $1 million prize, a revamped 350‑lap format, and fan‑selected drivers, with Kyle Larson and Noah Gragson among the leading contenders.

The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series race at Watkins Glen International is set for Sunday, May 10, with Shane van Gisbergen on pole and Tyler Reddick leading the points standings.
Shane van Gisbergen led 74 of 100 laps at Watkins Glen International, crossing the finish line seven seconds ahead of Michael McDowell, while Ty Gibbs claimed third place.