
Who Will Own the 2026 Pocono 400?
An inside look at the drivers poised to dominate the 2026 Pocono 400, from Hamlin’s recent streak to the rising stars eyeing victory.
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An inside look at the drivers poised to dominate the 2026 Pocono 400, from Hamlin’s recent streak to the rising stars eyeing victory.

Hendrick Motorsports brings a record of dominance at Pocono Raceway into this weekend’s Great American Getaway 400, featuring seasoned drivers Kyle Larson, Chase Elliott, William Byron and Alex Bowman, while 20‑year‑old Corey Day prepares for his debut.

From June 12 to 14, 2026, Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pennsylvania, will host a three‑day NASCAR weekend featuring the Cup Series, O’Reilly Series and ARCA Menards Series, with live coverage on Prime Video, FS1 and MRN and a points leaderboard already taking shape.

After a record‑breaking crash at Michigan, Christopher Bell emerged with minor injuries and is set to compete at Pocono, where his past performances hint at a strong showing.

Ahead of the Pocono weekend, JR Motorsports announces driver changes and a new broadcast slot.

JR Motorsports announced that William Byron will take over the No. 88 Chevrolet for the upcoming MillerTech Battery 250 at Pocono Raceway, stepping in for Kyle Larson this Saturday.

Qualifying action at Pocono Raceway revealed a competitive field for the upcoming NASCAR Cup and O'Reilly Series events, with notable performances from veteran drivers and a full slate of ARCA contenders.

Christopher Bell fractured his left wrist in a Michigan crash caused by Chase Elliott, dropped to tenth in points, and is cleared to race at Pocono on June 14. The revised playoff format makes each missed event critical for his championship hopes.

Denny Hamlin narrows Tyler Reddick's lead to 51 points, while four pivotal events — Pocono, Naval Base Coronado, Sonoma and Chicagoland — will determine the playoff field.
Denny Hamlin’s 63rd victory at Michigan equalized him with Kyle Busch, cut Tyler Reddick’s points advantage, and sparked tributes to the late two‑time champion Ned Jarrett.

At 23, Carson Hocevar is delivering impressive results, but his hard‑nosed racing has ignited criticism from peers like Austin Dillon and William Byron, prompting calls for greater patience.

The NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series heads back to Pocono Raceway this Saturday for its 17th points‑paying event of the 2026 season, featuring a competitive lineup that includes three Cup Series regulars and a 38‑car field.

Denny Hamlin started from the rear due to unapproved under‑body repairs, managed fuel efficiently, and passed William Byron in the final laps to win his 57th career Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway.

During a NASCAR Cup Series event at Michigan International Speedway, Chase Elliott's contact with Christopher Bell sent Bell into the outside wall, prompting an apology, medical evaluation, and commendation of safety measures by Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Starting from the rear due to an unapproved adjustment, Hamlin surged to the front and held off Erik Jones by 11.11 seconds, tying Kyle Busch for career wins. The event was marked by 11 cautions, a multi‑car wreck involving Chase Elliott and Christopher Bell, and a red‑flag stoppage that reshaped stage outcomes.

Denny Hamlin’s latest Michigan win, dedicated to the late Kyle Busch, sparked fan applause after past boos, even as a multi‑car crash halted the race and rookie Connor Zilisch endured a nightmare debut.

Denny Hamlin won the FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway, marking the 15th points race of the season and launching a busy schedule that includes Pocono and Naval Base Coronado.

Denny Hamlin captured his third win of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series at Michigan International Speedway, matching the late Kyle Busch for ninth on the all‑time victories list, while Erik Jones, Bubba Wallace, Kyle Larson and Carson Hocevar completed the top five.

A dramatic crash on a restart at Michigan International Speedway brought the Cup Series event to a standstill, prompting repairs and an apology from Elliott.

Denny Hamlin won the NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan after starting from the rear, while Tyler Reddick's championship lead was dented by a late crash. The updated points standings now see the top 16 drivers eyeing a Chase spot.

Denny Hamlin captured the FireKeepers Casino 400 after a tumultuous race marked by a record number of crashes, while stage winners Tyler Reddick and Ty Gibbs dominated early segments.

Denny Hamlin's win at Michigan International Speedway reshapes the playoff picture, narrowing Tyler Reddick's points advantage and tightening the battle for the final cut‑line spots.

After starting at the back and surviving a mid‑race crash, Denny Hamlin captured his 63rd NASCAR Cup victory at Michigan International Speedway, sharing ninth place on the all‑time wins list with Kyle Busch and honoring the fallen driver with a No. 18 flag.

Tyler Reddick’s perfect run was halted at Michigan International Speedway, where Denny Hamlin claimed his 63rd career victory, tying Kyle Busch, while the updated points chart sees Reddick still on top.