
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 his 51st career pole at Pocono Raceway, while rain threats prompt a 1 p.m. EST start and several drivers face setbacks.

Denny Hamlin claimed his 51st career pole at Pocono Raceway with a 51.948‑second lap, while championship leader Tyler Reddick will start 16th after his advantage narrowed.

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 pole position at Pocono Raceway, extending his record as the track’s all‑time Cup Series winner. The upcoming race on June 14 will be the 16th event of the season and part of a five‑race Amazon Prime run.

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.

NASCAR moved Sunday’s Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway to 1 p.m. ET due to inclement weather, with the event streaming live on Amazon Prime Video, Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM Radio. Open teams Beard Motorsports and Live Fast Motorsports will field entries for drivers Casey Mears and Daniel Dye, while championship contenders such as Chase Elliott, Denny Hamlin, Ryan Blaney and Chase Briscoe headline the field.

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.

With a 65 percent chance of rain and a unique track layout, the June 14, 2026 NASCAR Cup Series event promises strategic intrigue and high stakes for drivers like Hamlin, Reddick and Larson.

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NASCAR’s 400‑mile event at Pocono Raceway blends unique tri‑oval dynamics with high‑stakes strategy, spotlighting Toyota’s recent dominance, Ford’s manufacturer edge, and a host of drivers eyeing victory.

NASCAR announces that the 2026 Cup Series event at Pocono will feature a streamlined qualifying format, with each driver completing one lap to set the starting order for the Great American Getaway 400.

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Denny Hamlin aims for his third consecutive NASCAR Cup Series win at Pocono’s 400‑mile event, a race that will be streamed exclusively on Prime Video and could place him atop the season standings.

This weekend’s NASCAR Cup race at Pocono blends historic milestones with fierce championship battles.