Layne Riggs Eyes Cup Series Move as 2027 Looms
Layne Riggs, a 24‑year‑old Truck Series standout, is reportedly courting a Cup Series seat for 2027, with Ford and several teams eyeing his potential impact.
Jul 25, 2026
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Jimmie Johnson Earns Hollywood Walk of Fame Star, Cementing NASCAR Legacy
NASCAR legend Jimmie Johnson becomes the first racer to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, reflecting on a career that spans 83 victories, five consecutive titles, broadcasting, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro for the Window World 450
The Cup Series opens its weekend at North Wilkesboro Speedway with practice, qualifying and a highly anticipated race, featuring a deep field of teams and a broadcast on truTV, SiriusXM and HBO MAX.
Jul 25, 2026
Rain Stalls Qualifying, Sets the Stage for a Historic Race
NASCAR called off the scheduled qualifying session at North Wilkesboro Speedway after a sudden downpour drenched the track, forcing officials to rely on practice speeds to determine the starting order. As a result, Ryan Blaney will lead the field from pole position when the green flag drops.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway for Sunday Night Showdown
Predictions point to Ryan Blaney on pole, Denny Hamlin winning Stage 1, Brad Keselowski taking Stage 2, and Ryan Preece victorious in the Window World 450, while Chase Elliott advances in the Final Four.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro: Pole, Stages and Playoff Hopes
Ryan Blaney is expected to start from pole position, Denny Hamlin to win Stage 1, Brad Keselowski to claim Stage 2, and Ryan Preece to capture the Window World 450, while Chase Elliott and Blaney eye playoff advancement.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR In-Season Challenge Narrows to Four Contenders for Million-Dollar Showdown
Ryan Blaney, Christopher Bell, Chase Elliott and Todd Gilliland battle in a unique tournament where advancement hinges on head‑to‑head results, setting the stage for surprising outcomes.
Jul 25, 2026
Layne Riggs Leads the Truck Series as He Eyes a Cup Move
At 24, Layne Riggs is dominating the Craftsman Truck Series with four wins and a 59‑point lead, while balancing championship ambitions with a looming Cup Series opportunity.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway for In‑Season Challenge Finale
The NASCAR Cup Series will race at North Wilkesboro Speedway this weekend, marking its first short‑track event since April. Qualifying was canceled due to storms, and the starting lineup will be set by a new metric, with the race broadcast live on TNT.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Sets Window World 400 Grid After Weather Washes Out Qualifying
Rain forced NASCAR to abandon traditional qualifying at North Wilkesboro Speedway, prompting a metric‑based lineup that places Blaney, Gibbs and Bell at the front of a 37‑driver field.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro for First Points‑Paying Cup Race Since 1996
The Cup Series will race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on Sunday, July 19, 2026, with a $11.2 million purse, stage lengths of 80/265/450 laps, and a full field of top drivers broadcast on TNT Sports, HBO Max and PRN.
Jul 25, 2026
Rain Forces NASCAR to Set Grid by Rule Book at North Wilkesboro
Inclement weather halted NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at North Wilkesboro Speedway, prompting the series to rely on the Rule Book to determine the starting lineup for the Window World 450, with Ryan Blaney at the helm and Ross Chastain dropping to the rear after a penalty.
Jul 25, 2026
Blaney Eyes Historic Victory at North Wilkesboro as NASCAR Returns to Roots
Ryan Blaney’s recent win at Atlanta propels him into the pole position for the first points race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in three decades, a event steeped in tradition and featuring a field of legends.
Jul 25, 2026
Blaney Poised for Another Win as NASCAR Revives North Wilkesboro
Ryan Blaney, the 2023 Cup Series champion, enters the first points race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in three decades with a strong chance to repeat his victory, while NASCAR legends and a full field of competitors add drama to the event.
Jul 25, 2026
Blaney Eyes Historic Victory at North Wilkesboro as In‑Season Challenge Looms
Ryan Blaney’s eight‑race top‑10 streak, pole position after rain‑washout qualifying and +500 odds set the stage for a dramatic return to North Wilkesboro, where legends, a $1 million prize and a semifinal clash with Christopher Bell await.
Jul 25, 2026
Blaney Eyes Historic Victory at North Wilkesboro as NASCAR Revives Legendary Track
Ryan Blaney, the 2023 Cup Series champion, is favored to win the historic return of North Wilkesboro Speedway, a sell‑out event that brings together NASCAR legends and a high‑stakes playoff picture.
Jul 25, 2026
Blaney Eyes Victory at Historic North Wilkesboro Speedway
Ryan Blaney’s recent win at Atlanta fuels a hot streak as NASCAR prepares for a sell‑out weekend at North Wilkesboro, where legends and contenders alike will battle for crucial points.
Jul 25, 2026
Ryan Blaney eyes historic North Wilkesboro victory as odds favor a comeback
After eight straight top‑10 finishes and a recent Atlanta win, Ryan Blaney is the favorite to capture the first points race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in three decades.
Jul 25, 2026
Brickyard 400 Returns with $1 Million In‑Season Challenge
The third consecutive running of the Brickyard 400 brings a million‑dollar prize and high‑stakes drama to Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Jul 25, 2026
Blaney Eyes Historic Win at North Wilkesboro as In‑Season Challenge Looms
Ryan Blaney’s recent victory at Atlanta propels him into the semifinals of the NASCAR In‑Season Challenge, where he will meet a historic field at North Wilkesboro Speedway, the track’s first points race in three decades.
Jul 25, 2026
Ryan Blaney Eyes Victory at North Wilkesboro as NASCAR Revives Championship Points Racing
Ryan Blaney's recent Atlanta win and eight‑race top‑10 streak have positioned him as the favorite for the first championship‑points race at North Wilkesboro in 30 years, a sellout event steeped in nostalgia and high stakes.
Jul 25, 2026
Hamlin Leads the Field as Brickyard 400 Odds Unveiled
Denny Hamlin tops the betting board for the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis, with Tyler Reddick and Kyle Larson close behind, while long‑shot entries add intrigue to the historic event.
Jul 25, 2026
Blaney Eyes Historic Victory at North Wilkesboro as In‑Season Challenge Heats Up
Ryan Blaney’s championship form, a pole‑position start and a nostalgic return to North Wilkesboro set the stage for a pivotal NASCAR race that will crown the In‑Season Challenge champion at the Brickyyard 400.
Jul 25, 2026
NASCAR Sets Metric‑Based Starting Grid for World Wide 450 at North Wilkesboro
Qualifying for the Cup Series race was washed out, prompting NASCAR to use metric scores to determine the lineup, where Ryan Blaney claimed the pole ahead of Ty Gibbs and Christopher Bell.
Jul 25, 2026