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The inaugural race of the NASCAR Cup Series In‑Season Challenge at Sonoma Raceway kicks off a single‑elimination tournament offering a $1 million prize and a pathway to the playoffs.
The inaugural Anduril 250 will bring NASCAR to the Coronado Street Course, a 3.4‑mile, 16‑turn layout on Coronado Island. With Hamlin chasing a fourth straight win and Reddick leading the points, the race promises a fresh playoff narrative.
The Cup Series rolls into Michigan International Speedway for the FireKeepers Casino 400, the only race on the schedule at a two‑mile track, with playoff implications and historic performances on the line.
NASCAR’s Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway will take place Sunday, May 24, 2026, at 6 p.m. ET, spotlighting a revamped playoff structure, the In‑Season Challenge and a competitive field of drivers.