Denny Hamlin Takes Pole for Pocono’s Great American Getaway 400 as NASCAR Moves Start Time
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.
Jun 13, 2026
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Hamlin Claims Pole at Pocono as Weather Forces Early Start
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.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Takes Pole as NASCAR Sets Pocono Grid
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.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Takes Pole at Pocono as Rain Forces Early Start
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.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Secures Pole at Pocono as Reddick’s Lead Slips
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.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Takes Pole as NASCAR Sets Grid for Pocono’s Great American Getaway 400
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.
Jun 13, 2026
Pocono 400 Returns in 2026 with Record Speed and New Storylines
Denny Hamlin grabs pole at 173.250 mph as Christopher Bell races with a cast and Bubba Wallace faces a backup car.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Secures Pole as Wallace Crashes in Pocono Qualifying
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
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin grabs pole as Keselowski and Wallace stumble at Pocono
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.
Jun 13, 2026
Ryan Preece Calls for Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway to Stay on NASCAR Schedule
In a recent Whiskey Riff Raff podcast appearance, NASCAR driver Ryan Preece defended the aggressive style that defines his racing and urged the sport to keep the Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway on its calendar, sparking a debate over community noise and venue revitalization.
Jun 13, 2026
NASCAR’s Single-Car Qualifying Makes Its Pocono Debut
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.
Jun 13, 2026
NASCAR’s Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono: Expert Picks and Points Battle
The upcoming Pocono race will test the championship hopes of Denny Hamlin, Tyler Reddick and a group of Ford contenders, with analysts offering divergent predictions.
Jun 13, 2026
Pocono Showdown: Hamlin, Reddick and the Chase Battle
Ahead of the June 13 Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway, Denny Hamlin’s recent surge, Tyler Reddick’s lead, and analyst forecasts set the stage for a pivotal playoff‑shaping event.
Jun 13, 2026
Hamlin Leads the Odds at Pocono as Betting Landscape Shifts
Denny Hamlin tops the betting market for the Pocono event, drawing comparisons to past legends while a deep field of contenders jostles for position.
Jun 13, 2026
NASCAR Brings the 2026 Great American Getaway to Pocono
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.
Jun 13, 2026
NASCAR Announces 2026 Pocono Race and Betting Odds
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series will feature a June date at Pocono Raceway, with Hamlin entering as the betting favorite after back‑to‑back wins, while other top contenders loom in the market.
Jun 13, 2026
Saturday’s Qualifying Order Takes Shape at Pocono Raceway
NASCAR’s Saturday qualifying session at Pocono Raceway will set the starting lineups for both the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and the Cup Series, using a metric-based order that reflects recent performance.
Jun 12, 2026
NASCAR Qualifying Sets Stage for Pocono Showdown
Saturday’s qualifying for the O’Reilly Auto Parts and Cup Series at Pocono Raceway will see Patrick Emerling atop the O’Reilly order and Casey Mears leading the Cup field, with metric scores dictating the lineup.
Jun 12, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Pocono in 2026 with a Revamped Qualifying Format
The 2026 Cup Series schedule confirms a June date at Pocono Raceway, where a new one‑lap qualifying system and a competitive driver field promise a fresh twist on tradition.
Jun 12, 2026
RFK Racing Eyes Pocono Victory as Keselowski, Buescher, Preece Prepare for 16th Showdown
With Brad Keselowski, Chris Buescher and Ryan Preece poised for the 16th points race at Pocono Raceway, RFK Racing looks to add to its storied legacy on the 2.5‑mile oval.
Jun 11, 2026
Austin Cindric Eyes Pocono Turnaround as Playoff Hopes Hang in the Balance
Cindric’s early-season struggles give way to a critical weekend at Pocono, where a strong performance could launch him back into the playoff picture.
Jun 11, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Pocono Raceway for a June 2026 Triple‑Header
From June 12 to 14, 2026, Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pennsylvania, will host a three‑day NASCAR weekend featuring the Cup Series, O’Reilly Series and ARCA Menards Series, with live coverage on Prime Video, FS1 and MRN and a points leaderboard already taking shape.
Jun 11, 2026
Austin Cindric Eyes Playoff Turnaround at Pocono
Cindric's early season struggles give way to a critical Pocono race that could define his playoff hopes.
Jun 11, 2026
Austin Cindric Eyes Turnaround at Pocono as Season Hangs in Balance
After a turbulent start marred by crashes and low finishes, Austin Cindric is banking on his affinity for Pocono Raceway to spark a resurgence that could secure his postseason berth.
Jun 10, 2026