
Preece Eyes Playoff Double at Daytona After Texas Penalty
Ryan Preece battles a 25‑point penalty from Texas, trailing Shane van Gisbergen in both drivers’ and owners’ standings as he heads to Daytona.
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Ryan Preece battles a 25‑point penalty from Texas, trailing Shane van Gisbergen in both drivers’ and owners’ standings as he heads to Daytona.

Ross Chastain topped the qualifying timesheet with a 48.808‑second lap, edging Chris Buescher by a fraction of a second as the NASCAR season finale approaches.

Ross Chastain secured the pole for the Daytona finale with a 48.808‑second lap, edging out Chris Buescher by a razor‑thin margin. The achievement marks a pivotal moment in the Cup Series’ playoff race, where several drivers battle for the final Chase spots.
Ross Chastain posted a 48.808‑second lap to win the pole for Daytona’s season finale, a feat that could reshape the playoff picture and set the stage for next year’s championship.

Ross Chastain claimed pole position at Daytona International Speedway with a blistering lap of 48.809 seconds, edging out Chris Buescher by a narrow margin. The qualifying session highlighted strong performances from Austin Hill, Ryan Preece and several open‑car drivers, while Gray Gaulding missed the grid due to mechanical trouble.

The season‑ending Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway will decide the final three Chase positions, with Ryan Blaney, Ryan Preece and Shane van Gisbergen among the key contenders.

Ross Chastain claimed pole position at Daytona, sharing the front row with Chris Buescher and praising Trackhouse Racing for resolving engine issues.

A dramatic qualifying session at Daytona saw multiple teams and drivers jockey for position ahead of the Coca‑Cola Zero Sugar 400.

NASCAR drivers discuss the role of chance on superspeedways, the impact of new aerodynamic rules, and how points will determine playoff positioning heading into the Daytona 500.
Ross Chastain secured pole position after a two‑round qualifying format, while Gray Gaulding was ruled the slowest and left out of the 40‑car field. The race, scheduled for Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET, marks the final regular‑season event before the playoffs.

Carson Hocevar and Chris Buescher discuss the mythical influence of superspeedway gods at Daytona, while new aerodynamic regulations and a tight points battle set the stage for a dramatic finish.
Ross Chastain claimed pole position for the Coke Zero Sugar 400, edging Chris Buescher by a fraction of a second, while the race will determine critical playoff spots and feature a full slate of top drivers.

The final NASCAR Cup Series qualifying session at Daytona International Speedway determines the lineup for The Chase, featuring reduced power, altered aerodynamics, and a dramatic pole‑position battle.

Brad Keselowski seeks a last‑minute breakthrough at Daytona while Ryan Preece is the frontrunner for the final playoff spot, all under a reshaped technical package that promises uncertainty and high stakes.

Brad Keselowski must pull off a miracle at Daytona to clinch a playoff spot, while teammate Ryan Preece is viewed as the more likely contender. New engine and aerodynamic regulations, financial incentives for Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing, and personal storylines add layers of intrigue to the season‑ending race.

Brad Keselowski must pull off a near‑miraculous performance at Daytona to stay in the NASCAR playoffs, while teammate Ryan Preece and a handful of rivals fight for the final three spots amid new power and spoiler regulations.

Brad Keselowski must pull off a miracle at Daytona, while Ryan Preece, Denny Hamlin and others battle for the last three playoff berths amid technical changes and personal drama.

Brad Keselowski faces a make-or-break moment at Daytona as the NASCAR Cup Series heads into its final regular‑season race, with five drivers battling for the last three playoff positions.

Saturday’s NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at Daytona International Speedway set the stage for the season‑ending Coke Zero Sugar 400, with 41 cars entering the draw and one failing to make the field.
NASCAR’s final playoff qualifier at Daytona International Speedway will see 41 entries contesting 40 positions, with a 31‑point lead for Shane van Gisbergen over Ryan Preece heading into the weekend’s action.

iRacing Studios' upcoming NASCAR 26 introduces in‑game driver rating editing, building on real‑world analytics from NASCAR 25 and showcased by Trackhouse Racing drivers.

The upcoming weekend at Daytona will decide the last entrants for the Chase, with broadcast coverage across NBC, The CW, HBO Max and ESPN, and a lineup of drivers battling for playoff positioning.

With the regular season winding down, the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona becomes a decisive moment for drivers vying for the final Chase spots and the ultimate championship.

With only one race left to set the 2026 Cup Series playoffs, Bubba Wallace, Austin Cindric, Shane van Gisbergen, Ryan Preece and Brad Keselowski are locked in a points duel that could reshape the postseason.