NASCAR Revives Chicagoland Speedway for 2026 eero 400
After a seven‑year absence, NASCAR returns to Chicagoland Speedway with a streamlined qualifying system that promises a fresh competitive dynamic for the 2026 eero 400.
Jul 3, 2026
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NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway in July 2026 with a New Qualifying Format
After a seven‑year hiatus, the NASCAR Cup Series will race at Chicagoland Speedway in July 2026. The event will use a streamlined qualifying system where each driver completes one lap to determine the starting order for the eero 400.
Jul 3, 2026
NASCAR Revives Midwest Tradition with 2026 eero 400 at Chicagoland
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series will host the eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway, marking the first 1.5‑mile race since Charlotte Motor Speedway in late May and reviving a venue last seen in 2019.
Jul 3, 2026
NASCAR’s 2026 Season Hits Midpoint with Eero 400 Qualifying Showdown
The halfway mark finds NASCAR teams battling for position at Chicagoland Speedway, where qualifying metrics are already shaping playoff prospects.
Jul 3, 2026
Qualifying Order Sets the Stage for the Eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway
NASCAR’s halfway point arrives with the Eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway, where qualifying metrics determine starting grids and shape playoff prospects.
Jul 3, 2026
NASCAR Makes a Comeback at Chicagoland Speedway After Seven-Year Absence
The Cup Series returns to the 1.5‑mile oval after a long hiatus, with Hamlin favored and Reddick close behind.
Jul 2, 2026
NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge Returns to Chicagoland Speedway for Round 2
The second round of the 2026 NASCAR In‑Season Challenge lands at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, Illinois. The 1.5‑mile track, silent since 2019, has been resurrected for this event, bringing its classic layout back to life after a seven‑year hiatus.
Jul 2, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway After Six-Year Hiatus
The upcoming event at Illinois’ 1.5‑mile track features practice and qualifying schedules for the Cup and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, while the ARCA Menards Series makes its return.
Jul 1, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway After Seven-Year Hiatus
NASCAR is set to make its long‑awaited return to Chicagoland Speedway, with qualifying orders already revealing early leaders in both the Cup and O’Reilly Series.
Jul 1, 2026
NASCAR In-Season Challenge Delivers Upsets at Sonoma
The second annual NASCAR In-Season Challenge opened at Sonoma Raceway with 32 drivers competing in head‑to‑head matchups. Unexpected eliminations, including the No. 1 seed, reshaped the bracket and set the stage for a competitive second round at Chicagoland Speedway.
Jul 1, 2026
Call of Duty Endowment Bowl Highlights Veteran Employment at Coronado NASCAR Weekend
During the NASCAR weekend at Naval Base Coronado, the Call of Duty Endowment Bowl spotlighted the franchise’s commitment to helping military veterans transition to civilian careers, revealing robust placement statistics and collaborative initiatives.
Jul 1, 2026
Call of Duty Endowment Bowl Highlights Veteran Employment at Naval Base Coronado
The seventh annual Call of Duty Endowment Bowl, held alongside the NASCAR weekend at Naval Base Coronado, California, turned the military installation into a vibrant stage for a different kind of competition. Organized by Activision, the event connected active‑service members and veterans with civilian career prospects, emphasizing measurable outcomes such as job placements, retention rates and community impact while drawing millions of online impressions.
Jul 1, 2026
NASCAR Doubleheader at Chicagoland Speedway Sets Stage for High‑Stakes Racing
The eero 400 and Cuervo 300 will feature full fields, multiple stages and nationwide broadcast coverage, while betting markets open ahead of the July 4‑5 events.
Jul 1, 2026
NASCAR Revives Chicagoland Speedway for 2026 In‑Season Challenge
The Cup Series returns to Illinois after a seven‑year absence, featuring a full slate of teams and crew chiefs for the second round of the NASCAR In‑Season Challenge.
Jun 30, 2026
Sonoma Showdown: Tempers Flare in Mid‑Pack NASCAR Battle
During the Sonoma NASCAR race, Noah Gragson and Cody Ware collided, sparking a chain reaction that involved Todd Gilliland, Bubba Wallace and Riley Herbst. The incidents reflect the ‘eye for an eye’ culture that frequently defines mid‑pack competition.
Jun 30, 2026
NASCAR In-Season Challenge: Early Upsets Shape the Bracket
The opening stage of the NASCAR In-Season Challenge has delivered surprising results, with lower‑seeded drivers pulling off key victories and the schedule moving toward July finals.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Sonoma Victory as Playoff Landscape Shifts
Shane van Gisbergen won at Sonoma, securing a top‑16 spot, while Tyler Reddick’s points advantage evaporated, Denny Hamlin seized the lead, Connor Zilisch finished seventh, and Joey Logano’s playoff streak faces an uncertain future.
Jun 29, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Challenge: Top Seed Falls in Sonoma Upset
The opening round of the NASCAR in‑season challenge saw the highest‑seeded driver, Tyler Reddick, knocked out by Alex Bowman, while Denny Hamlin advanced despite damage. Only two top‑10 seeds were eliminated, setting the stage for a competitive second round.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Command at Sonoma
Shane van Gisbergen led 75 laps and held off Chase Briscoe to claim victory in the Toyota / Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, with Ty Gibbs and Christopher Bell rounding out the top finishers.
Jun 29, 2026
Van Gisbergen Takes Second Straight Sonoma Victory, Tightens Championship Race
Shane van Gisbergen’s second consecutive win at Sonoma reshapes the Cup championship picture as the series heads to Chicagoland
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Victory in Sonoma’s Toyota/Save Mart 350
Shane van Gisbergen won the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, with Chase Briscoe, Ty Biggs and Kyle Larson rounding out the top three. The series now moves to Chicagoland Speedway on July 5 and Atlanta's Echopark Speedway on July 12.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Second 2026 NASCAR Road‑Course Win at Sonoma
Shane van Gisbergen dominated the 2026 Sonoma road race, leading 74 laps and securing his second win of the season. The performance placed him alongside Tony Stewart in the record books and highlighted a competitive field of drivers.
Jun 29, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Victory at Sonoma in Thrilling NASCAR Cup Series Race
Shane van Gisbergen clinches the Toyota / Save Mart 350 at Sonoma, while Ty Gibbs wins both stages and Denny Hamlin tops the revised championship standings.
Jun 29, 2026
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