NASCAR Cup Series Returns to Watkins Glen in 2026
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.
May 11, 2026
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Shane van Gisbergen Dominates Watkins Glen, Eyes NASCAR Chase
Shane van Gisbergen secured his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series win at Watkins Glen, rallying from a 23‑spot deficit and tying Chase Elliott for the most road‑and‑street victories among active drivers.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Secures Second Consecutive NASCAR Cup Victory at Watkins Glen
Shane van Gisbergen celebrated his 37th birthday by winning his second straight NASCAR Cup Series race at Watkins Glen International, a performance that ties him with Chase Elliott for the most road‑course wins among active drivers and fuels his pursuit of oval mastery.
May 11, 2026
FOX’s NASCAR Broadcast Missteps Spark Fan Outrage Over Missed Crash Coverage
A high‑speed crash involving Cody Ware was overlooked during FOX's live broadcast of the Watkins Glen NASCAR race, igniting social media backlash and calls for the network's contract to be reconsidered.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen’s Road Course Mastery Fuels Chase Aspirations
After dominating Watkins Glen for the second straight year, Shane van Gisbergen is targeting a Chase berth by sharpening his oval performance, while Trackhouse Racing eyes continued progress.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen’s Road‑Course Dominance Secures NASCAR Chase Spot
Shane van Gisbergen’s second consecutive Watkins Glen triumph not only cements his Chase position but also highlights his ambition to conquer oval tracks, while his team eyes broader international talent through Project 91.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen’s Road Course Mastery Fuels NASCAR Ambitions
Shane van Gisbergen's recent back‑to‑back win at Watkins Glen propels him toward a broader NASCAR campaign, with an eye on oval competition and a decade‑long career outlook.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Secures Pole at Watkins Glen NASCAR Event
Shane van Gisbergen claimed pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Watkins Glen, with Michael McDowell alongside him. The top five qualifiers include Austin Cindric, Ross Chastain, and Connor Zilisch, while the venue's rich racing heritage and Tony Stewart's record add context.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen leads Watkins Glen Cup field as Trackhouse Racing dominates
Shane van Gisbergen takes pole for the Cup Series race at Watkins Glen, with Trackhouse Racing drivers filling the front of the grid and the event set to air on FS1 with streaming on HBO MAX and NASCAR.com.
May 11, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Dominates Watkins Glen NASCAR Cup Race
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.
May 11, 2026
Kaden Honeycutt Secures First NASCAR Truck Series Victory at Watkins Glen
Kaden Honeycutt clinches his first NASCAR Truck Series win at Watkins Glen after a dramatic late‑race pass, signaling a breakthrough for Tricon Garage.
May 11, 2026