Hamlin Takes Pole as NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway
Denny Hamlin secured the pole with a 30.296‑second lap, averaging 178.241 mph, while Kyle Larson and Chris Buescher followed in the top three.
Jul 4, 2026
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NASCAR Qualifying at Chicagoland Speedway Introduces 2025 Metric Ahead of Chicago 400 Broadcast
A new 2025 qualifying metric sets the lineup for Sunday’s 267‑lap race at Chicagoland Speedway, with new non‑chartered entries and a live TNT broadcast.
Jul 4, 2026
Rain Forces NASCAR to Reorder Chicagoland Starting Grid
NASCAR called off Saturday's O'Reilly Auto Parts Series qualifying at Chicagoland Speedway due to thunderstorms, opting for a brief practice session. Should Cup qualifying also be canceled, the starting order for Sunday's 38‑car eero 400 will be determined by reversing the metric scores, giving Ty Gibbs the pole and J.J. Yeley the last spot. The race will air live on TNT at 6 p.m. ET.
Jul 4, 2026
Hamlin Leads Odds as NASCAR Revives Oval Racing at Chicagoland
Denny Hamlin tops the betting board at +300, with Tyler Reddick and Kyle Larson close behind, while veteran Brad Keselowski eyes a historic win.
Jul 4, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Tournament Heads to Chicagoland for Round Two
The second round of the NASCAR Cup Series In‑Season Tournament lands at Chicagoland Speedway, featuring sixteen drivers, key rivalries and strategic battles.
Jul 4, 2026
Toyota’s Practice Dominance at Chicagoland Ahead of eero 400
Ahead of the eero 400, practice at Chicagoland Speedway revealed a dominant Toyota performance, with Riley Herbst topping the times and a cluster of championship contenders jostling for pole position.
Jul 4, 2026
NASCAR Cup Series Returns to Chicagoland Speedway for Practice Ahead of Sunday Race
NASCAR drivers took to Chicagoland Speedway on Saturday, marking their first practice session since 2019. Riley Herbst set the fastest lap while Erik Jones was forced to exit with damage.
Jul 3, 2026
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
NASCAR O’Reilly Series Returns to Chicagoland for Cuervo 300 in July 2026
The NASCAR O'Reilly Series will headline the Cuervo 300 at Chicagoland Speedway this July, marking the series' first 1.5‑mile race since the May 2026 event at Charlotte Motor Speedway. With early betting lines already released, drivers such as Justin Allgaier and Connor Zilisch are listed as favorites.
Jul 3, 2026
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
Hamlin Leads as 2026 Chicagoland 400 Approaches, Experts Forecast Upset
Denny Hamlin’s five victories this season and +380 favorite status set the stage for the 2026 NASCAR eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway, where expert analysts predict a surprise showdown.
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 In‑Season Challenge Delivers Shock Upsets at Sonoma
Unexpected bracket results reshape the playoff picture, with several top‑seeded drivers eliminated early and the next race scheduled for July 5 at Chicagoland Speedway.
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
Shane van Gisbergen Eyes Chase as Trackhouse Racing Faces Make-or-Break Stretch
With eight races left, Shane van Gisbergen holds a modest points lead but must sharpen his oval performance to keep Trackhouse Racing alive in the playoffs.
Jul 2, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway After Seven‑Year Absence
The Cup Series heads back to Illinois this weekend, where most of the field will encounter the 1.5‑mile track for the first time with the Next Gen car, sparking fresh storylines for fans and analysts alike.
Jul 2, 2026
Chastain Hits Truck Series Limit as Caruth Steps In at Chicagoland
Ross Chastain reaches his eight‑race Truck Series quota, prompting Rajah Caruth to replace him at Chicagoland Speedway. The move reshapes the lineup for the upcoming O'Reilly‑branded events.
Jul 2, 2026
Chevrolet Leads NASCAR’s Chicagoland Return Amid New Track Challenges
Chevrolet’s star‑studded lineup heads back to Chicagoland Speedway as the track’s aged surface promises fresh drama for NASCAR’s top drivers.
Jul 2, 2026
Chicagoland Speedway Revives NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series with Cuervo 300
After a 2,562‑day absence, Chicagoland Speedway returns to the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series schedule for the Cuervo 300, a race that could reshape the championship picture.
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
Trackhouse Racing Eyes Momentum at Chicagoland Speedway with New Partnerships and Rising Stars
Trackhouse Racing arrives at Chicagoland Speedway with a mix of experience and ambition, highlighted by Ross Chastain’s special Busch Light scheme, Connor Zilisch’s recent top‑10 finish and Shane van Gisbergen’s road‑course dominance, all backed by new brand deals and fan‑focused activities.
Jul 1, 2026