
Hamlin Secures Pole at Pocono, Eyes Third Straight Win
Denny Hamlin claimed his 51st NASCAR Cup Series pole at Pocono Raceway, narrowly defeating Kyle Larson by 0.055 seconds while several drivers grappled with injuries and mechanical issues.
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Denny Hamlin claimed his 51st NASCAR Cup Series pole at Pocono Raceway, narrowly defeating Kyle Larson by 0.055 seconds while several drivers grappled with injuries and mechanical issues.

Denny Hamlin secured the pole for the 16th points‑paying event of the 2026 Cup Series, with the start shifted earlier to dodge forecasted rain.

Denny Hamlin captured pole position at Pocono Raceway, beating Kyle Larson by a narrow margin, while the NASCAR Cup Series adjusted the race start to 1 p.m. to avoid inclement weather. The grid features a mix of seasoned competitors and rising talent.

Denny Hamlin secured pole position with a 51.948-second lap, leading a strong showing from Joe Gibbs Racing. Several competitors will start at the back due to mechanical issues, setting the stage for a competitive race.

Denny Hamlin claimed pole position in Saturday's qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series event at Pocono Raceway, with Kyle Larson and Daniel Suarez following. Joe Gibbs Racing secured multiple top‑five spots, while RFK Racing's Ryan Preece and Brad Keselowski will begin the race from the rear after engine changes. Bubba Wallace's crash resulted in a DNQ, and the event was moved up to avoid inclement weather.

Denny Hamlin grabs pole at 173.250 mph as Christopher Bell races with a cast and Bubba Wallace faces a backup car.
Denny Hamlin took pole position with a 51.948‑second lap, while Bubba Wallace’s qualifying mishap sent him to the rear of the grid and Christopher Bell competed despite a fractured wrist, setting the stage for a highly anticipated race streamed on Amazon Prime Video

Denny Hamlin secured the pole with a 51.948‑second lap, while Brad Keselowski faced mechanical trouble and Bubba Wallace spun out during qualifying at Pocono Raceway.

The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series will use a single‑car, one‑lap qualifying format at Pocono Raceway, with the order determined by a blend of owner standings and recent race results. The broadcast will air live on Amazon Prime Video on Sunday, June 14, at 3:00 p.m. ET.
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