Gibbs Secures Pole at Sonoma in Narrow Qualifying Finish
The NASCAR Cup Series qualifying session at Sonoma Raceway delivered tight competition and surprising setbacks, setting the stage for an unpredictable race.
Jun 27, 2026
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Ty Gibbs Secures Pole for Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma
Ty Gibbs will lead the field for Sunday's Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway after posting a 74.829‑second lap. The pole marks his first road‑course pole of the season and the third of his career, while Carson Hocevar, Kyle Larson and others line up behind him.
Jun 27, 2026
Dillon and Hamlin Headline $1 Million NASCAR In‑Season Challenge at Sonoma
Ty Dillon and Denny Hamlin headline a five‑race, $1 million NASCAR In‑Season Challenge at Sonoma Raceway, where head‑to‑head matchups, personal storylines, and surprise contenders shape the competition.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR’s Sonoma Showdown: Drivers Gear Up for Toyota/Save Mart 350
The Toyota/Save Mart 350 brings NASCAR’s top drivers to Sonoma Raceway’s 1.99‑mile road course, where agricultural charm meets technical racing challenges.
Jun 27, 2026
Ty Gibbs grabs pole for Sonoma’s Toyota/Save Mart 350 as Hocevar follows
Ty Gibbs secured the pole position for Sunday’s Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway with a lap of 74.829 seconds, edging out Carson Hocevar by 0.025 seconds. The performance marks Gibbs’ first pole of the season and the third of his career, while the field prepares for a race that could reshape the championship picture.
Jun 27, 2026
Ty Gibbs Secures First 2026 NASCAR Pole at Sonoma
Ty Gibbs claimed his maiden pole position of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series at Sonoma Raceway, edging Carson Hocevar in a nail‑biting finish. The result reshapes the starting grid for the upcoming race.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Challenge Begins June 28 with 16 Head‑to‑Head Showdowns
NASCAR’s new in‑season challenge tournament kicks off on June 28, featuring 16 head‑to‑head matchups at Sonoma Raceway. Winners move on to a series of rounds across the United States, culminating at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 26.
Jun 27, 2026
Dillon vs. Hamlin Headline $1 Million NASCAR In‑Season Challenge at Sonoma
Ty Dillon and Denny Hamlin headline a $1 million NASCAR In‑Season Challenge bracket at Sonoma, where road‑course veterans and rising stars vie for the prize
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge Sets Up Showdown at Sonoma
A five‑race, head‑to‑head tournament will crown a $1 million champion at Sonoma Raceway, with Ty Dillon, Denny Hamlin and a field of 16 drivers battling in a bracket format.
Jun 27, 2026
Blaney leads Sonoma practice as NASCAR gears up for Sunday’s race
Ryan Blaney set the pace in practice at Sonoma Raceway, clocking 75.808 seconds, while Kyle Larson, Tyler Reddick, Bubba Wallace and Shane van Gisbergen followed in the top five. The session included minor spins by AJ Allmendinger and Erik Jones, and qualifying will be shown on truTV before Sunday’s race airs on TNT, PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.
Jun 27, 2026
Ty Gibbs Takes Pole at Sonoma as Qualifying Delivers Surprises
Ty Gibbs secured the pole for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway with a 74.829‑second lap, marking his third career pole. The qualifying round featured unexpected crashes and a points‑leader’s mid‑pack start.
Jun 27, 2026
Gibbs Claims Pole as Sonoma Qualifying Ends in a Photo Finish
Ty Gibbs secured pole position in the NASCAR Cup Sonoma race with a lap of 1:14.829s, beating Carson Hocevar by 0.025s. The top six were separated by less than a tenth of a second, while Christopher Bell’s wrist injury and Bubba Wallace’s early crash added further intrigue.
Jun 27, 2026
Ty Gibbs grabs pole at Sonoma as qualifying ends in a photo‑finish
Ty Gibbs secured pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma, edging Carson Hocevar by 0.025 seconds, while incidents involving Bubba Wallace and Cody Ware added drama.
Jun 27, 2026
Gibbs and Hocevar Take Pole for Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma
Ty Gibbs secured the pole position as Carson Hocevar qualified second, while Bubba Wallace will start from the rear after a qualifying incident.
Jun 27, 2026
Gibbs and Hocevar to Lead Sonoma NASCAR Race as Broadcast Shifts to TNT
Ty Gibbs and Carson Hocevar will start at the front of Sunday’s NASCAR race at Sonoma Raceway, with a pole time of 74.829 seconds, while a new TNT broadcast crew takes over from Prime Video.
Jun 27, 2026
Dillon and Hamlin Set for Another Showdown at Sonoma
Ty Dillon looks to repeat last year’s upset of Denny Hamlin as the In‑Season Challenge begins its first round at Sonoma Raceway, a bracket‑style event where the winner walks away with a million dollars.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR Sets Up Sonoma Showdown for 2026
The 2026 Sonoma Raceway event promises a $11.2 million purse, 36 drivers, and a dramatic points battle.
Jun 27, 2026
Ty Gibbs Claims Pole for Sonoma NASCAR Race
Ty Gibbs secured the pole position with a 1:14.829 lap, while qualifying details and broadcast information were released for the upcoming Toyota/Save Mart 350.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR Qualifying Thrills at Sonoma: Ty Gibbs Poles, Bubba Wallace’s Mishap
Ty Gibbs secured pole position with a 1:14.829 lap at Sonoma Raceway, while Bubba Wallace's qualifying incident and Ryan Blaney's fastest practice time set the tone for a competitive weekend.
Jun 27, 2026
2026 Toyota Save Mart 350: A Road‑Course Showdown at Sonoma
An early look at the drivers, weather, and betting landscape for the 2026 Toyota Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway.
Jun 27, 2026
Sonoma Showdown: Drivers Gear Up for a Historic NASCAR Race
The Sonoma Raceway is set to host another thrilling NASCAR Cup Series event, blending its unique elevation and short‑track layout with a deep field of contenders.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Sonoma in 2026 with New Split‑Group Qualifying
NASCAR has confirmed a June 2026 race at Sonoma Raceway, introducing a two‑group qualifying system where the fastest single lap decides the starting grid. Shane van Gisbergen, the 2025 pole winner, headlines the entry list alongside a full complement of Cup Series drivers.
Jun 27, 2026
NASCAR Confirms 2026 Sonoma Race and Split-Group Qualifying Format
NASCAR will return to Sonoma Raceway in June 2026, employing a split-group qualifying system where the fastest lap in a single round determines the grid, with Group A and Group B each fielding a distinct roster of drivers.
Jun 27, 2026
AJ Allmendinger Eyes 500th NASCAR Cup Start at Sonoma
AJ Allmendinger prepares for his 500th NASCAR Cup Series start at Sonoma Raceway, a milestone that places him among a select group of drivers, while he discusses his team, new sponsor, and admiration for fellow competitors.
Jun 27, 2026