
NASCAR’s Qualifying Metric Under Fire From Fans
Fans continue to question the sport's qualifying system, which blends owner standings and recent race results, while manufacturers and officials defend its fairness
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Todd Gilliland across Nascar.

Fans continue to question the sport's qualifying system, which blends owner standings and recent race results, while manufacturers and officials defend its fairness

The upcoming Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway will crown the In‑Season Challenge and showcase new broadcast innovations for fans.
The Brickyard 400 returns to the historic Indianapolis oval this weekend, offering a $1 million prize and a final chance for drivers to secure a spot in the postseason Chase.

A brief exchange between TNT Sports pit reporter Danielle Trotta and six‑time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon turned into a public spat just before the Brickyard 400, highlighting the growing rivalry between the series as the In‑Season Challenge finals loom.

The Brickyard 400 returns to the 2.5‑mile Indianapolis Motor Speedway, where nine degrees of banking and a unique blend of speed and handling shape fantasy strategies. This article previews the event, highlights drivers with strong track records and outlines the factors that could sway fantasy lineups.

NASCAR pit road reporter Danielle Trotta rebukes Scott Dixon after he called Cup races too long, just days before the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Ford’s storied partnership with NASCAR heads into its next chapter at the Brickyyard, where Ryan Blaney prepares for his 400th Cup start and Joey Logano climbs the all‑time win rankings.

Layne Riggs is on track to win the 2026 Truck Series regular season championship and is being linked with a possible move to the Cup Series next year.

Layne Riggs is dominating the 2026 NASCAR Truck Series, positioning himself for a possible Cup Series entry in 2027. His potential move could replace Noah Gragson at Front Row Motorsports, a shift prompted by Gragson's underwhelming season.

Chase Elliott’s pursuit of the $1M In‑Season Challenge semifinal ended in a multi‑car crash at North Wilkesboro, where strategic pit decisions, not just driver error, altered the outcome.

The Brickyyard 400 will feature the NASCAR Cup Series, O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, NASCAR Truck Series and ARCA Menards Series, showcasing a deep field of drivers and teams across Indianapolis Motor Speedway and nearby Raceway Park.

NASCAR’s Cup Series heads back to Indianapolis Motor Speedway this weekend, featuring the Brickyard 400 and the Pennzoil 250, with odds, broadcast details and a full roster of drivers announced.

NASCAR’s Brickyard 400 marks the final In‑Season Challenge race, pitting Blaney against Gilliland while Logano’s recent win and Hamlin’s points lead shape the playoff picture.

Ahead of the high-stakes race at Indianapolis, Todd Gilliland of Front Row Motorsports prepares to challenge Ryan Blaney of Team Penske, a matchup that blends recent form, contract security and championship pedigree.

In a showdown at the NASCAR In-Season Challenge final, underdog Todd Gilliland of Front Row Motorsports will battle reigning champion Ryan Blaney of Team Penske for a $1 million prize, having surged through a competitive field.

The final of the NASCAR In‑Season Challenge will see Todd Gilliland of Front Row Motorsports take on Ryan Blaney of Team Penske, each bringing distinct storylines and recent performances that could define the outcome.

TNT Sports will conclude its NASCAR coverage with the championship round of the In‑Season Challenge at the historic Brickyard 400 in Indianapolis. The race will feature a showdown between perennial contender Ryan Blaney and surprise Cinderella story Todd Gilliland, drawing a cumulative audience of 13.4 million viewers.

NASCAR returns to Indianapolis for the Brickyard 400, featuring defending champion Bubba Wallace, Joey Logano’s first win of the season, Denny Hamlin’s Grand Slam pursuit, and a $1 million In‑Season Challenge, with full schedule, broadcast details and a 39‑car entry list.

Todd Gilliland, known for his No. 34 car, has become "The Toddfather" among fans despite not knowing how the nickname began. As he readies for the In‑Season Challenge final against Ryan Blaney, the prize of $1 million and a contract extension with Front Row Motorsports loom large.

NASCAR’s new practice schedule adds valuable laps for emerging drivers and smaller teams ahead of the next race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

The NASCAR Cup Series returns to Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Brickyard 400, featuring a 160‑lap race broadcast on TNT and HBO Max, with Denny Hamlin chasing a Grand Slam, Joey Logano fresh from a win, and Bubba Wallace defending his title.

The 2026 Brickyard 400 returns to the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway, where recent champions and rising contenders vie for a coveted Chase spot.

An in‑depth look at the key drivers, strategic factors and manufacturer dynamics that will define the 2026 Brickyard 400 on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Noah Gragson's future at Front Row Motorsports hangs in the balance, but team owner Jerry Freeze still envisions him back in 2027. Meanwhile, Truck Series standout Layne Riggs is poised for a step up.