
Hamlin Takes Pole at Pocono as Rain Forces Early Start
Denny Hamlin claimed his 51st career pole at Pocono Raceway, while rain threats prompt a 1 p.m. EST start and several drivers face setbacks.
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Denny Hamlin claimed his 51st career pole at Pocono Raceway, while rain threats prompt a 1 p.m. EST start and several drivers face setbacks.

After Christopher Bell’s 63‑g impact left him with a broken wrist, his teammate Chase Briscoe hailed the Next‑Gen car’s safety systems, while other drivers weighed in on the need for continued improvements.

Denny Hamlin claimed his 51st career pole at Pocono Raceway with a 51.948‑second lap, while championship leader Tyler Reddick will start 16th after his advantage narrowed.

A high‑g crash at Talladega left Christopher Bell with a fractured wrist, prompting drivers to praise modern safety features and discuss the sport’s ongoing evolution.

Denny Hamlin claimed pole position in Saturday's qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series event at Pocono Raceway, with Kyle Larson and Daniel Suarez following. Joe Gibbs Racing secured multiple top‑five spots, while RFK Racing's Ryan Preece and Brad Keselowski will begin the race from the rear after engine changes. Bubba Wallace's crash resulted in a DNQ, and the event was moved up to avoid inclement weather.

Denny Hamlin grabs pole at 173.250 mph as Christopher Bell races with a cast and Bubba Wallace faces a backup car.
Denny Hamlin took pole position with a 51.948‑second lap, while Bubba Wallace’s qualifying mishap sent him to the rear of the grid and Christopher Bell competed despite a fractured wrist, setting the stage for a highly anticipated race streamed on Amazon Prime Video

Denny Hamlin secured the pole with a 51.948‑second lap, while Brad Keselowski faced mechanical trouble and Bubba Wallace spun out during qualifying at Pocono Raceway.

Denny Hamlin’s two‑race winning streak has trimmed Tyler Reddick’s lead to just 51 points, while Bubba Wallace aims to leverage his strong Pocono record to re‑ignite his title hopes.
Brandon Jones leads the field for the MillerTech Battery 250 on June 13, while Taylor Gray starts second. The event will be broadcast on the CW Network and streamed on FUBO, NASCAR.com, and SiriusXM, with radio coverage on the Motor Racing Network.

Brandon Jones secured the pole position with a 54.686‑second lap, edging out Taylor Gray by just 0.06 seconds as the field prepares for the 250‑mile race.
Brandon Jones secured the top spot with a 54.686‑second lap, edging teammate Taylor Gray, as the 38‑car field prepares for Saturday’s race.

Brandon Jones secured the pole with a lap of 54.686 seconds, while Jesse Love posted the fastest practice time. Several competitors encountered mechanical issues and on‑track incidents during the session.

William Byron discusses the aerodynamic shift to the new Chevrolet body, the fallout from early‑season crashes, and his expectations for upcoming races at Pocono and San Diego.

NASCAR's O'Reilly Auto Parts Series heads to Pocono Raceway for a 100‑lap, 38‑car showdown on June 13, 2026, featuring top Cup drivers and strategic battles on the Tricky Triangle.

The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series will use a single‑car, one‑lap qualifying format at Pocono Raceway, with the order determined by a blend of owner standings and recent race results. The broadcast will air live on Amazon Prime Video on Sunday, June 14, at 3:00 p.m. ET.
NASCAR’s O'Reilly Auto Parts Series revs up its 2026 season opener at Pocono Raceway on June 13, with broadcast details, a full schedule revealed, and a competitive lineup of drivers.
Denny Hamlin tops the betting market for the Pocono event, drawing comparisons to past legends while a deep field of contenders jostles for position.
Fresh off podiums at Dover, Charlotte and Nashville, Sawalich looks to capitalize on his momentum, the unique challenges of Pocono’s three‑corner layout and the chance to secure a playoff spot.

NASCAR announces that the 2026 Cup Series event at Pocono will feature a streamlined qualifying format, with each driver completing one lap to set the starting order for the Great American Getaway 400.

The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series will feature a June date at Pocono Raceway, with Hamlin entering as the betting favorite after back‑to‑back wins, while other top contenders loom in the market.

NASCAR has confirmed that the O'Reilly Series will make its way back to Pocono Raceway in June 2026, bringing the series to the iconic 2.5‑mile triangle for the first time since 2024. The race will be part of a packed summer schedule and is expected to draw a large contingent of fans to the Pennsylvania venue.

NASCAR’s Saturday qualifying session at Pocono Raceway will set the starting lineups for both the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and the Cup Series, using a metric-based order that reflects recent performance.

Kyle Larson is favored to defend his Pocono win as Denny Hamlin seeks a third consecutive victory, with experts Phil Bobbitt and Steve Greco leading the betting charge.