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The Cook Out Southern 500 began at Darlington Raceway on Sunday, with the field set by driver metric scores after lightning and rain halted qualifying, and Tyler Reddick claimed the pole as the Chase for the Cup Series gets underway.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Chase kicks off on September 6, featuring 16 drivers competing in ten postseason races. Viewers can watch free via DIRECTV’s five‑day trial or stream on HBO Max, while a revised points system emphasizes consistent performance and makes the regular season crucial for championship hopes.
The Cook Out Southern 500 kicks off the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Chase with a full 38‑driver field, live Sunday at 5:00 p.m. ET on USA Network.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Chase begins Sunday at Darlington Raceway, where Denny Hamlin, Chase Briscoe, Ryan Blaney and other top drivers battle for the championship amid a historic track known for big storylines.
Chase Briscoe is on the verge of making NASCAR history by capturing a third consecutive Southern 500 win at Darlington Raceway, a feat previously accomplished by only seven drivers, while Denny Hamlin steadies his playoff position with a 45‑point advantage.
Ryan Blaney’s No. 12 Ford survived three inspection attempts at Darlington, lost its pit stall and saw its crew chief removed, yet the Chase leaderboard remains unchanged.
Chase Briscoe’s pursuit of a third consecutive Southern 500 win puts him in elite company and fuels his championship aspirations as the playoff field prepares for a tightly contested race.
Chase Briscoe seeks his third straight Southern 500 triumph at Darlington Raceway, a feat that would surpass Jeff Gordon’s mark, while Denny Hamlin battles a 45‑point deficit in the playoff standings.
Ryan Blaney’s No. 12 team faces a NASCAR penalty after two inspection violations, resulting in a crew member’s ejection and loss of pit selection, while a lightning delay briefly halted action at Darlington Raceway before the Chase race proceeds.
The 2027 NASCAR Cup Series roster is taking shape, with confirmed driver movements, retirements and new signings across the sport's top teams.
The 2026 NASCAR Chase begins on September 6 at Darlington, with Denny Hamlin holding a 25‑point lead over Ford’s Ryan Blaney, who is predicted to claim the championship amid strong team adjustments and a points system that rewards wins.
The NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at Darlington Raceway on September 5 sets the stage for a high‑stakes race, with Denny Hamlin leading and Ryan Blaney close behind.
The Cook Out Southern 500 kicks off the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs at Darlington Raceway, with USA Network broadcasting live on September 6.
The 2026 NASCAR Chase features a compact ten‑race mini‑season in which sixteen drivers battle for the championship, with only a hundred points separating the top contenders.
Denny Hamlin leads the Cup Series postseason with a 25‑point advantage as the Cook Out Southern 500 kicks off the chase, with Ryan Blaney and Tyler Reddick close behind.
An overview of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series playoff format, key drivers, teams and storylines heading into the opening race at Darlington.
The provisional 2027 NASCAR Cup Series roster reveals several high‑profile promotions, team expansions, and lingering uncertainties as teams finalize driver agreements.
After two decades of chasing a Cup Series title, Denny Hamlin finished the 2026 regular season as the top seed, but NASCAR’s decision to scrap the traditional trophy left his fans to create a makeshift award at Daytona International Speedway.
A look at how Carson Hocevar’s unfiltered personality and merchandise success are forcing NASCAR to rethink the kind of drivers who capture fans’ hearts beyond the track.
The 2026 NASCAR playoff begins at Darlington Raceway, setting the stage for a ten‑race battle that will crown a champion at Homestead‑Miami Speedway in November.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs have arrived, bringing together the sport’s top 16 drivers in a high‑stakes, ten‑race battle for the coveted Bill France Cup.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs open at Darlington Raceway, with a reshaped format and a tight points battle among top drivers.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs begin at Darlington Raceway, featuring a mix of seasoned champions, rising threats, and underdog narratives that will decide the Bill France Cup in November.
Ryan Preece captured his inaugural NASCAR Cup Series victory in the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona, clinching the last Chase position and marking a pivotal moment for his team and manufacturer.