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A deep dive into the nuances of Pocono’s 2.5‑mile layout, the drivers who excel on its long straights, and the tools that can give fantasy players an edge.
Denny Hamlin secured pole position with a 51.948-second lap at 173.250 mph, aiming for his third consecutive win from the front row. The full starting grid features top qualifiers Kyle Larson, Daniel Suarez, Ty Gibbs and Chase Briscoe, along with a deep field of 38 drivers representing major teams.
A look at the key performances and challenges from the first practice group, including Tyler Reddick's speed, Brad Keselowski's engine trouble, and Christopher Bell's focus on upcoming road courses.
Denny Hamlin claimed his 51st NASCAR Cup Series pole at Pocono Raceway, narrowly defeating Kyle Larson by 0.055 seconds while several drivers grappled with injuries and mechanical issues.
Denny Hamlin secured the pole for the 16th points‑paying event of the 2026 Cup Series, with the start shifted earlier to dodge forecasted rain.
Denny Hamlin captured pole position at Pocono Raceway, beating Kyle Larson by a narrow margin, while the NASCAR Cup Series adjusted the race start to 1 p.m. to avoid inclement weather. The grid features a mix of seasoned competitors and rising talent.
Denny Hamlin secured pole position with a 51.948-second lap, leading a strong showing from Joe Gibbs Racing. Several competitors will start at the back due to mechanical issues, setting the stage for a competitive race.
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.
The 2.5‑mile Pocono Raceway will host the Great American Getaway 400 on June 14, as drivers battle for position in a qualifying system that blends recent race results with owner standings, broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video at 3 p.m. ET.
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.
Denny Hamlin tops the betting market for the Pocono event, drawing comparisons to past legends while a deep field of contenders jostles for position.
NASCAR’s 400‑mile event at Pocono Raceway blends unique tri‑oval dynamics with high‑stakes strategy, spotlighting Toyota’s recent dominance, Ford’s manufacturer edge, and a host of drivers eyeing victory.
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’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.
Saturday’s qualifying for the O’Reilly Auto Parts and Cup Series at Pocono Raceway will see Patrick Emerling atop the O’Reilly order and Casey Mears leading the Cup field, with metric scores dictating the lineup.
The 2026 Cup Series schedule confirms a June date at Pocono Raceway, where a new one‑lap qualifying system and a competitive driver field promise a fresh twist on tradition.
The NASCAR Cup Series rolls into Pocono Raceway this weekend, where aerodynamic dominance and track position will shape the outcome. Denny Hamlin is the favorite, with Chase Elliott and Bubba Wallace also in the mix, while rising drivers Carson Hocevar and Zane Smith look to capitalize on recent momentum.
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.
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.
The series heads to San Diego for a 50‑lap street event where every lap of qualifying could dictate the final results, with Heim’s recent Michigan victory and upcoming Cup promotion adding extra intrigue.