
Richard Childress Racing Eyes Sonoma Glory in 2026 In-Season Challenge
Richard Childress Racing’s rich Sonoma legacy and its prospects in the 2026 In-Season Challenge.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Ty Gibbs across Nascar.

Richard Childress Racing’s rich Sonoma legacy and its prospects in the 2026 In-Season Challenge.

Pearce Dietrich’s rankings for the 2026 Toyota / Save Mart 350 highlight the critical role of brake modulation and late‑corner strategy at Sonoma, spotlighting a mix of seasoned road‑course specialists and rising contenders.

The 2026 Toyota / Save Mart 350 NASCAR race will be held on June 28 at 7:30 p.m. ET on TNT at Sonoma Raceway, featuring warm summer conditions, a tight points battle among Tyler Reddick, Denny Hamlin and Ryan Blaney, and early betting favorites Shane Van Gisbergen and Connor Zilisch.
NASCAR returns to Sonoma Raceway for a road‑course weekend, where a $1 million In‑Season Challenge begins and qualifying metrics set the stage for a high‑stakes race.
With Cup Series qualifying determining the lineup for Sunday’s Toyota/Save Mart 350, the NASCAR In‑Season Challenge begins this weekend, offering a $1 million prize to the top 32 drivers who survive Round 1.

The Cup Series will race on the Sonoma road course this weekend, featuring a 32‑driver, $1 million bracket challenge that pits last year’s champion against rising star Ty Gibbs.

Shane van Gisbergen led 97 laps last year and outpaced Chase Briscoe, and now he eyes a repeat at the 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350, while betting analysts highlight Briscoe as a top play.

Joe Gibbs Racing’s historic road‑course pedigree, combined with strong performances from Denny Hamlin, Chase Briscoe, Christopher Bell and Ty Gibbs, sets the stage for a competitive Sonoma event, highlighted by sponsor activations from Rheem and Saia.

An overview of the drivers, sponsors, and strategic preparations as Joe Gibbs Racing heads into the Sonoma NASCAR weekend

NASCAR will race at Sonoma Raceway in California from June 26 to June 28, 2026, featuring the Cup Series, O’Reilly Series and ARCA Menards Series, with coverage across multiple TV and streaming platforms and Tyler Reddick leading the points standings.

NASCAR’s 2026 playoff format, branded as the Chase, will bring together the 16 drivers who have accumulated the most points during the regular season. Points are reset before the final stretch, and nine races remain before the playoff field is set.

The 2026 In‑Season Challenge opens the NASCAR season on a road course, featuring key matchups, broadcast reach and storylines that could reshape early championship dynamics.

A late‑stage clash between Austin Dillon and Brad Keselowski during the Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway ignited controversy, with spotter claims and insider analysis shaping the narrative.

Amazon Prime Video will no longer broadcast NASCAR Cup races in 2026, as a new media deal redistributes rights among Fox, NBC, and TNT Sports, while the In‑Season Challenge prepares for its second edition.

NASCAR heads to Sonoma Raceway June 26‑28 for a three‑day road‑course showdown, featuring practice, qualifying and races, with Corey Heim looking to capitalize on his recent Cup Series victory and Shane Van Ginsberg defending his title.

The upcoming Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway will pit the series’ top road‑course drivers against each other, with championship implications and surprising contenders.

With the 2026 season’s last road‑course event on the horizon, oddsmakers favor Shane van Gisbergen, while a mix of veteran and rising talent prepares for a showdown at Sonoma Raceway.

Shane van Gisbergen opens as the -150 favorite for the Sonoma road race, while Kyle Larson seeks to protect his championship lead after a strong third‑place finish in San Diego.

Shane van Gisbergen heads a strong field at Sonoma’s Toyota/Save Mart 350, where road‑course expertise could reshape the championship picture.

Van Gisbergen led 97 of 110 laps, surpassing Gordon's previous record and securing his fourth NASCAR Cup Series victory.

NASCAR is set to descend on Sonoma Raceway in California for a packed weekend of racing that will showcase its premier Cup Series alongside the O’Reilly and ARCA Menards Series.

With 36 drivers set to battle a 1.99‑mile road course, Shane van Gisbergen enters as the favorite while contenders like Tyler Reddick and Kyle Larson eye a pivotal points battle.

From Sonoma to Indianapolis, the series will showcase a blend of veteran voices and fresh talent, while the In‑Season Challenge adds a $1 million prize for drivers and fans alike.

From Sonoma to Indianapolis, a new broadcast lineup features veteran voices and a $1 million bracket challenge for fans.