NASCAR’s Weekend Doubleheader at EchoPark and Lime Rock
Two tracks in Georgia and Connecticut host multiple series, with early qualifying results highlighting emerging contenders.
Jul 8, 2026
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Sheldon Creed Claims First NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Victory at EchoPark Speedway
Sheldon Creed's breakthrough victory at EchoPark Speedway marks a turning point for him and his team as the 2026 season reaches its climax.
Jul 8, 2026
Wisconsin Drivers Chase Playoff Spots in NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series
Two young Wisconsin drivers, Sam Mayer and Parker Retzlaff, are battling for playoff positions in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, each hoping to turn strong performances into victories.
Jul 7, 2026
Brandon Jones Secures Cuervo 300 Victory, Reshaping NASCAR O’Reilly Standings
Brandon Jones captured the Cuervo 300 at Chicagoland Speedway, altering the playoff picture with a reshuffled points leaderboard.
Jul 5, 2026
Rain, Fireworks, and a Thrilling Finish at Chicagoland Speedway
Rain delayed the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Chicagoland Speedway, where fireworks marked America’s 250th birthday and Brandon Jones edged Chase Elliott by 0.171 seconds for his maiden 2026 win.
Jul 5, 2026
Brandon Jones Wins Rain‑Delayed NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series at Chicagoland in Overtime
After a rain‑induced postponement pushed the start past 10 p.m. ET on July 4, Brandon Jones overtook Chase Elliott in overtime to claim his first win of the season and the eighth of his career.
Jul 5, 2026
Brandon Jones wins NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Chicagoland Speedway in overtime
Jones' eighth career win highlights Joe Gibbs Racing's strong 2026 season while Elliott settles for second.
Jul 5, 2026
Brandon Jones Wins Overtime Thriller at Chicagoland Speedway
Brandon Jones captures the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Chicagoland Speedway in overtime, passing Chase Elliott in a dramatic final restart.
Jul 5, 2026
Brandon Jones Wins Overtime Thriller at Chicagoland Speedway
Despite a four‑hour weather delay, Brandon Jones claimed victory after an overtime restart that saw Chase Elliott lose the lead, with Jesse Love, Brent Crews and Austin Hill rounding out the top five.
Jul 5, 2026
NASCAR O’Reilly Series Delivers Thrilling Overtime Finish at Chicagoland Speedway
A rain‑delayed NASCAR O’Reilly Series race at Chicagoland Speedway saw Connor Zilisch take the opening stage, Chase Elliott win the second, and Brandon Jones clinch the overall victory in an overtime battle with Elliott.
Jul 5, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway for the Cuervo 300 on Independence Day 2026
The 2026 Cuervo 300 will mark the comeback of the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series to Chicagoland Speedway on July 4, featuring a 200‑lap battle, stage racing, and championship implications.
Jul 4, 2026
NASCAR’s Cuervo 300 Returns to Chicagoland After Rain‑Induced Qualifying Cancelation
The O’Reilly Auto Parts Series will run 200 laps at Chicagoland Speedway, with the starting grid set by rulebook metric after rain washed out qualifying.
Jul 4, 2026
Jesse Love leads practice at Chicagoland Speedway ahead of NASCAR O’Reilly Series race
Jesse Love posted the fastest lap at 31.118 seconds, averaging 173.533 mph, with Jeb Burton and Justin Allgaier close behind.
Jul 4, 2026
Connor Zilisch Secures Pole as Rain Delays Chicagoland NASCAR Action
Connor Zilisch will lead the field for the Cuervo 300 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series event at Chicagoland Speedway on July 4, after rain forced NASCAR to set the lineup via its metric system. The 200‑lap, 300‑mile race will air on the CW Network and stream on FUBO, while notable drivers such as Chase Elliott line up 11th.
Jul 4, 2026
NASCAR O’Reilly Series Returns to Chicagoland in 2026
NASCAR’s O'Reilly Series is scheduled to race at Chicagoland Speedway in July 2026, marking the series’ 20th event of the year and its first appearance at the Illinois track since 2019.
Jul 4, 2026
Rain Forces NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series to Redefine Chicagoland Starting Grid
A sudden rainstorm cancels practice at Chicagoland Speedway, reshaping the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series starting order and giving emerging drivers a chance to shine.
Jul 4, 2026
Storm Cancels ARCA Qualifying at Chicagoland Speedway, Moves NASCAR Practice to Saturday
A severe thunderstorm at Chicagoland Speedway called off ARCA qualifying, prompting NASCAR to shift practice to Saturday and set the starting order by metric, while the race is slated for a 5:35 p.m. ET green flag on The CW.
Jul 3, 2026
NASCAR O’Reilly Series Faces Weather Delay at Chicagoland Speedway
NASCAR’s O’Reilly Series will run at Chicagoland Speedway tomorrow, but inclement weather has pushed practice to Saturday and eliminated qualifying, setting the grid by rule and giving Connor Zilisch the pole.
Jul 3, 2026
NASCAR O’Reilly Series Returns to Chicagoland Speedway in 2026
The 2026 season will feature a unique qualifying format at Chicagoland Speedway, where a single flying lap determines the starting lineup for the Cuervo 300.
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 Revives Chicagoland Speedway for Fourth of July Showdown
The upcoming NASCAR weekend at Chicagoland Speedway brings back the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series on Saturday and the premier Cup Series on Sunday, featuring a mix of seasoned veterans and debutants, while Haas Factory Team eyes strong performances after a solid showing at Sonoma.
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
NASCAR 2027 Silly Season: Who Could Move Up?
As the 2027 NASCAR Silly Season unfolds, drivers like Sam Mayer, Austin Hill, Layne Riggs, Chandler Smith and Sammy Smith are emerging as key candidates for Cup Series promotions, each backed by distinct performance trends and sponsorship landscapes.
Jun 29, 2026