NASCAR Chase Returns After Decade, Playoff Battle Tightens
The 2026 NASCAR Chase resets points after race 26, setting the stage for a fierce battle across Iowa, Richmond, New Hampshire and Daytona.
Aug 9, 2026
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Byron Eyes Repeat Victory at Iowa Speedway Amid New Challenges
William Byron returns to Iowa Speedway looking to repeat his 2023 triumph, while rivals and track changes add fresh storylines to the upcoming race.
Aug 9, 2026
Rusty Wallace’s Iowa Speedway: A Blueprint for Modern Short‑Track Racing
Rusty Wallace’s redesign of Iowa Speedway blends his short‑track expertise with innovative engineering, creating a venue that rewards side‑by‑side racing and has become a fixture in NASCAR’s schedule.
Aug 9, 2026
Blaney Secures Pole for Iowa Speedway NASCAR Cup Race
Ryan Blaney captured pole position at Iowa Speedway with a 134.191 mph lap, adding to his storied history at the track while positioning himself for the regular‑season title.
Aug 8, 2026
Blaney Secures Pole at Iowa Speedway Ahead of Championship Push
Ryan Blaney claimed pole position for the upcoming Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway with a 134.191 mph qualifying speed, positioning himself to challenge points leader Denny Hamlin and pursue a regular‑season championship.
Aug 8, 2026
Blaney Secures Pole at Iowa Speedway, Eyes Regular‑Season Crown
Ryan Blaney’s fastest qualifying lap of 134.191 mph puts him on pole for Sunday’s race, as he looks to translate historic track success into a championship push.
Aug 8, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole at Iowa Speedway, Eyes Regular‑Season Crown
Ryan Blaney captured pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway with a speed of 134.191 mph, positioning himself to contest the regular‑season championship as the Chase looms.
Aug 8, 2026
Byron Eyes Repeat Victory as NASCAR Heads Back to Iowa Speedway
William Byron aims to defend his 2023 Iowa Speedway triumph amid limited wins this season, while Denny Hamlin grapples with track challenges and upcoming regulatory changes.
Aug 8, 2026
Ryan Blaney Secures Pole for Iowa Corn 350 as Kyle Larson, Logano and Reddick Follow
Qualifying for the Iowa Corn 350 saw Ryan Blaney dominate the time sheets, while Brad Keselowski’s early incident set him back. The race, broadcast on USA Network, concluded with William Byron taking victory.
Aug 8, 2026
Blaney Claims Pole at Iowa as Larson Falls Short
Ryan Blaney captured pole position for the Iowa NASCAR Cup race, beating Kyle Larson by a narrow margin. The result marks his 15th career pole and his debut at Iowa, where he also won the inaugural event in 2024.
Aug 8, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole as Iowa Corn 350 Qualifying Unfolds
Ryan Blaney claimed pole position with a 23.474‑second lap, while Kyle Larson and Brad Keselowski faced unexpected setbacks, heralding a competitive NASCAR Cup Series event broadcast on USA Network.
Aug 8, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Iowa Speedway for 2026 Cup Series Showdown
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway will feature a $11.23 million purse, live coverage on USA and HBO Max, and a competitive starting lineup led by Denny Hamlin in the points standings.
Aug 8, 2026
Iowa Corn 350 Preview: Pole Positions, Stage Battles and Contender Outlook
Predictions for the upcoming Iowa Corn 350 highlight a fierce battle for pole position, stage victories and a potential chase‑qualifying performance for several drivers.
Aug 8, 2026
Iowa Corn 350 2026: DFS Insights, Driver Debuts, and Championship Outlook
The 2026 Iowa Corn 350 promises a fresh championship battle, a full‑time debut for Corey Heim, and new DraftKings DFS opportunities.
Aug 8, 2026
Byron eyes breakthrough at Iowa as season winds down
William Byron seeks to end a 23‑race winless streak at Iowa Speedway, where past successes, competitive rivals and a returning series add layers of intrigue to the season’s closing stretch.
Aug 8, 2026
Iowa Corn 350 Preview: Model Predicts Larson and a Longshot
With the 2026 Iowa Corn 350 set for the penultimate race before The Chase, oddsmakers and data‑driven forecasts converge on Kyle Larson and a high‑risk underdog, while veteran William Byron seeks redemption.
Aug 8, 2026
Iowa Corn 350 Sets Stage for NASCAR’s Season Finale with Limited Chartered Field
The upcoming Iowa Corn 350 will feature a reduced chartered lineup, a unique qualifying format and a live broadcast on USA Network, marking a distinctive finale to the 2026 NASCAR season.
Aug 8, 2026
NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Returns to Iowa Speedway for 2024
The 2024 edition of the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series marks its comeback at Iowa Speedway after a four‑year hiatus, with defending champion Sam Mayer aiming for a third consecutive victory.
Aug 7, 2026
Carson Brown Takes the Wheel of the No. 88 Chevrolet as Rajah Caruth Battles for Playoff Survival
NASCAR announced that Carson Brown will replace Rajah Caruth in the No. 88 Chevrolet for the 2026 O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, debuting at Iowa Speedway. Caruth, 20 points behind the playoff cut, secures a secondary deal to remain eligible, as the series prepares for a historic showdown at Daytona.
Aug 6, 2026
Iowa Corn 350 Returns to NASCAR Cup Series with Tight Racing and Fantasy Implications
NASCAR’s Iowa Corn 350 returns to the Cup Series, featuring a .875‑mile oval with progressive banking and tight passing, while Denny Hamlin tops the standings and several drivers eye fantasy success.
Aug 6, 2026
William Byron clinches 2025 Iowa Corn 350 in fuel‑strategy showdown
William Byron secured his second 2025 victory at Iowa Speedway, edging out Chase Briscoe by 1.192 seconds after a daring fuel‑management play that left his car empty just as the celebration began.
Aug 6, 2026
NASCAR’s 2026 Iowa Speedway Race Sees $11.23 Million Purse Boost
The upcoming August race at Iowa Speedway will feature a record purse of $11.23 million, with William Byron aiming to repeat his 2025 triumph over rivals like Chase Briscoe and Brad Keselowski.
Aug 6, 2026
Blaney and Hamlin Battle for Iowa Crown and Regular‑Season Edge
Ryan Blaney aims to add another Iowa triumph while Denny Hamlin looks to cement his regular‑season lead as the playoff picture tightens ahead of Sunday's USA Network broadcast.
Aug 5, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Iowa Speedway for the Iowa Corn 350
The 36‑driver Iowa Corn 350 marks a critical playoff‑qualifying stop, featuring top contenders like Ty Gibbs, Carson Hocevar and a full field of chartered teams.
Aug 5, 2026