NASCAR’s Cracker Barrel 400 Returns to Nashville Superspeedway
The 2026 Cracker Barrel 400 will light up the 1.33‑mile oval on May 31, featuring a rain‑affected qualifying session, a full slate of drivers and a multi‑platform broadcast.
May 31, 2026
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Rain Cancels NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying at Nashville Superspeedway
Saturday's single‑lap qualifying was washed out, leaving the starting lineup for Sunday's race set by the series' two‑variable metric, with Hamlin taking the pole.
May 31, 2026
NASCAR Cancels Nashville Qualifying Amid Weather, Sets Lineup by Metrics
NASCAR called off the qualifying round at Nashville Superspeedway due to inclement weather, meaning the starting order for the Cup Series event will be determined by performance metrics. Denny Hamlin will lead the field to green, while several drivers who were hoping for a chance to improve their positions now face a tougher climb.
May 31, 2026
Hamlin Takes Pole as NASCAR Skips Qualifying
Denny Hamlin will start from the pole position for Sunday's Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway after NASCAR canceled qualifying due to inclement weather. The starting grid will be determined by a performance‑metric formula, placing several championship contenders near the front.
May 30, 2026
Rain Shifts Hamlin to Pole for Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville
A sudden downpour forced NASCAR to use the last practice times to set the starting grid for the Cracker Barrel 400, promoting Denny Hamlin to pole and reshaping the front rows.
May 30, 2026
Rain Cancels NASCAR Qualifying at Nashville Superspeedway, Lineup Set by Performance Metric
Rain washed out Saturday's qualifying session at Nashville Superspeedway, prompting NASCAR to set the grid via its performance‑metric formula and creating a dramatically altered starting lineup.
May 30, 2026
NASCAR Qualifying Cancelled Again at Nashville Superspeedway
Rain and thunderstorms halted Saturday’s qualifying session, prompting NASCAR to rely on its metric system to set the lineup for the upcoming Cup Series race.
May 30, 2026
Rain Delays NASCAR Qualifying in Nashville, Setting Grid by Points
A sudden downpour washed out Saturday's qualifying session at Nashville Superspeedway, prompting NASCAR to determine the grid based on points. Denny Hamlin will lead the field, with Tyler Reddick alongside him, while Daniel Suarez starts third after his recent Coca‑Cola 600 victory.
May 30, 2026
NASCAR’s Nashville Superspeedway Showdown Set for May 31, 2026
The 2026 Cup Series event at Nashville will feature a weather‑impacted qualifying session, a stacked front row, and a $11.2 million prize pool, with the green flag scheduled for 7:20 p.m. ET.
May 30, 2026
Rain Delays NASCAR Cup Qualifying in Nashville, Setting Grid by Points
Rain washed out Saturday qualifying at Nashville Superspeedway, forcing the starting lineup to be set by points. Denny Hamlin will lead the field alongside championship leader Tyler Reddick, while Daniel Suarez starts third. Several high‑profile drivers, including Chase Elliott and Ross Chastain, will begin deep in the field.
May 30, 2026
NASCAR’s Nashville Superspeedway Qualifies 38 Drivers for Sunday’s 300‑Lap Showdown
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series returns to Nashville Superspeedway with a revamped qualifying format, 38 drivers set to compete, and a new broadcast partnership that marks the start of the season’s second half.
May 30, 2026
Rain Could Wash Out NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying at Nashville Superspeedway
A 55% chance of precipitation on Saturday threatens to postpone qualifying, prompting NASCAR to rely on a simplified metric to determine the starting lineup for the upcoming night race.
May 30, 2026
Corey Heim to Drive Full‑Time in NASCAR Cup Series in 2027
After a breakthrough season that saw him capture the 2025 Truck Series title, Corey Heim has been tapped by 23XI Racing for a full‑time Cup ride beginning next year.
May 30, 2026
NASCAR’s Nashville Weekend: Qualifying, Tribute, and a New Driver
The 2025 Cracker Barrel 400 weekend at Nashville Superspeedway will feature qualifying on May 30, a somber reminder of Kyle Busch’s recent death, and the debut of Austin Hill in the iconic No. 33.
May 30, 2026
Tyler Reddick’s Command at the Midpoint of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series
Tyler Reddick leads the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series with 620 points after five victories, while rivals Denny Hamlin and Ryan Blaney loom as the closest challengers ahead of the Daytona finale.
May 30, 2026
2026 NASCAR Season: Triumphs, Trials, and Unexpected Turns
The opening stretch of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series has delivered shocking upsets, surprising victories, and a legal dispute that could reshape team dynamics, all while Toyota and Tyler Reddick set a blistering pace.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR Upholds $50,000 Penalty for Ryan Preece Amid Data Ambiguity
Despite inconclusive telemetry, NASCAR's appeals panel confirmed the fine and point deduction for Ryan Preece, raising questions about the role of driver communications in penalty decisions.
May 29, 2026
NASCAR to Host 2026 Multi‑Series Weekend at Nashville Superspeedway
NASCAR has confirmed a May 2026 race weekend at Nashville Superspeedway, featuring practice, qualifying and races across three days, with coverage on FS1, Prime Video, HBO Max and PRN, and point standings already shaping the playoff picture.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Hands Down Penalties After Charlotte Motor Speedway Weekend
NASCAR announced suspensions and fines following a race weekend at Charlotte, targeting crew actions, improper equipment and a high‑profile crash.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Upholds Ryan Preece’s 25‑Point Penalty After Appeal
A two‑to‑one ruling by the National Motorsports Appeals Panel confirms the sanction against Ryan Preece for the Texas Motor Speedway incident, keeping him 16th in the standings and focused on a playoff push.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Upholds Ryan Preece’s Penalty After Appeal
NASCAR confirmed the $50,000 fine and 25‑point loss for Ryan Preece after he deliberately wrecked Ty Gibbs at Texas, a decision that could push the driver just outside the playoff cutoff.
May 28, 2026
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Calls Ford’s NASCAR Performance ‘Terminal Velocity’ Amid Toyota Dominance
Dale Earnhardt Jr. described Ford's performance as 'terminal velocity' while praising Toyota's engineering and noting Chevrolet's new car design could close the gap.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Appeals Panel Upholds Ryan Preece’s Penalty Amid Radio Communication Debate
The National Motorsports Appeals Panel confirmed Ryan Preece's penalty after a contentious review of radio communications, with one member dissenting.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Appeals Panel Upholds Heavy Penalties for Ryan Preece’s On‑Track Conduct
NASCAR’s National Motorsports Appeals Panel confirmed a $50,000 fine and a 25‑point deduction for Ryan Preece after he spun Ty Gibbs into the wall during the Wurth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway.
May 27, 2026