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Monday, March 16, 2026

2026 NASCAR Cup Series - Pennzoil 400

With Spring fast approaching, all eyes turn to Las Vegas for the Pennzoil 400 presented by Jiffy Lube. In recent Sin City races, the race for the victory has come down to the wire, with the pass for the win coming in the final six laps in five of the last eight races.

As the green flag waved, the action in Sin City was a go. As Christopher Bell takes Stage 1, William Byron picks up Stage 2, and the final stage saw Connor Zilisch slipping at Turn 4.

2026 NASCAR Cup Series - Pennzoil 400
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After an almost-perfect Las Vegas bout, Denny Hamlin wins the Pennzoil 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

The next race is at Darlington Raceway for the Goodyear 400 this March 22, 2026.

Monday, March 9, 2026

2026 NASCAR Cup Series - Straight Talk Wireless 500

As the clocks sprang forward, the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series went to Phoenix Raceway for the Straight Talk Wireless 500, which is the first of two trips to Arizona for the 2026 season.

As the green flag waved, the action in Arizona began. Ryan Blaney won Stage 1, but Stage 2 saw Kyle Busch and Shane Van Gisbergen encounter issues that triggered a caution on Lap 94. This was followed by a crash involving Daniel Suarez and Chase Elliott. Christopher Bell ended up winning Stage 2. In the finale, another crash occurred that involved Ross Chastain and Austin Cindric, along with a significant wreck that involved Daniel Suarez, Josh Berry, and Joey Logano.

2026 NASCAR Cup Series - Straight Talk Wireless 500
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After a thrilling Phoenix campaign, Ryan Blaney wins the Straight Talk Wireless 500 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

The next race is the Pennzoil 400 presented by Jiffy Lube at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on March 15, 2026.

Monday, March 2, 2026

2026 NASCAR Cup Series - DuraMax Grand Prix

The famous Circuit of the Americas became the battleground for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series with the DuraMax Grand Prix Powered by RelaDyne. It's the first road course event of the 2026 season, and this race is about to make history...literally.

As the green flag waved, NASCAR's COTA campaign began. Ross Chastain won Stage 1, while Conor Zilisch spun during Stage 2 but kept fighting. Ty Gibbs won Stage 2, leading to a historic final stage.

2026 NASCAR Cup Series - DuraMax Grand Prix
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Never in the history of NASCAR has a driver had a three-win streak in a season until now. Tyler Reddick became the first driver in history to sweep the first three races of any Cup Series season!

The next race is at Phoenix Raceway for the Straight Talk Wireless 500 this March 8, 2026.

Monday, February 23, 2026

2026 NASCAR Cup Series - Autotrader 400

Recovering from last week's Daytona hangover, the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series continues at Atlanta's EchoPark Speedway for the Autotrader 400. NASCAR's best drivers still had enough energy left from their Daytona experiences to create classic moments for the Atlanta audience.

As the green flag waved, the action in Atlanta began. Austin Cindric won Stage 1, but Stage 2 became chaotic with Ty Gibbs and Josh Berry getting involved in an accident. Later, on Lap 103, Riley Herbst and Rick Stenhouse Jr. were also caught in separate incidents, along with Kyle Busch and Kyle Larson, facing their own troubles. Bubba Wallace won Stage 2, and the final stage of the race, last-minute incidents forced overtime—not once, but twice.

2026 NASCAR Cup Series - Autotrader 400
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Having survived a race that triggered two overtimes in the climax, Tyler Reddick wins the Autotrader 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

The next race is at Circuit of the Americas for the DuraMax Grand Prix Powered by RelaDyne this March 1, 2026.

Monday, February 16, 2026

2026 NASCAR Cup Series - Daytona 500

Finally, NASCAR is back, and the crowd is ready for their "Hell Yeah" moment. The Daytona 500 is the perfect way to start the new NASCAR year, and the 2026 season is no different. With flyovers, Nate Bargatze serving as the Grand Marshal, Bart Simpson joining in on the festivities, and a tribute to the late Dale Earnhardt, this event kicks off one of the biggest celebrations for America's 250th anniversary.

As the green flag waved, the new NASCAR season officially began. In Stage 1, on Lap 3, drivers slowed down to honor the late Dale Earnhardt, while the crowd waved three fingers as a sign of respect. As the action resumed, William Byron got hit by the No.78 car, not to mention Byron hitting the wall a few laps later.

Zane Smith secured his first-ever NASCAR stage win after Stage 1. However, Stage 2 saw increased trouble as Connor Zilisch, Chase Briscoe, and several others were involved in a significant crash known as "The Big One." Unfortunately, things could have been worse, as another major incident occurred on Lap 124. Bubba Wallace ultimately won Stage 2 under caution. In the final stage of the season opener, Denny Hamlin collided with Christopher Bell with less than 10 laps remaining.

2026 NASCAR Cup Series - Daytona 500
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After a thrilling final lap, Tyler Reddick wins the Daytona 500 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

The Daytona 500 is over, but the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series has just begun. The next race will be at EchoPark Speedway for the Autotrader 400 on February 22, 2026.

Monday, November 3, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series Championship

The clocks turned back, the competitors have gathered, and the stage is set. Phoenix is the final destination for the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series. This finale will decide which Championship 4 team will be crowned this season's champion. Let's find out.

The finale has begun at the moment the final green flag of the season waved. As William Byron charged his way to win Stage 1, Stage 2 saw a problem on the No.42 that triggered a caution, followed by some mechanical issues for Chase Briscoe, and a wall collision by the No.16. As Denny Hamlin won Stage 2, the final stage saw some escalation of tensions for the title fighters Kyle Larson and Chase Briscoe. As the No.2 crashed into the wall and triggered the caution, followed by mechanical issues for the No.44, the Championship 4 are in for a final gambit, until William Byron hits the wall.

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As Ryan Blaney won the final race of the season in Phoenix, Kyle Larson, the leading Championship 4 contender who finished 3rd overall, was crowned the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Champion!

Congratulations, Kyle Larson, for becoming the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Champion!

This concludes the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series. See you in Daytona next year.

Sunday, October 26, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Xfinity 500

It's the penultimate race of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series. The Xfinity 500 race in Martinsville will decide who will make it to the Championship 4. Who will it be? Time to find out.

As the green flag waved. The penultimate NASCAR playoff race has begun. As William Byron takes Stage 1, Stage 2 saw Carson Hocevar spinning on Lap 216, followed by a loose wheel from the #51. With Byron taking Stage 2, the final stage saw Denny Hamlin go behind the wall with mechanical issues, followed by a spin by Erik Jones. With 15 laps left, Carson Hocevar suffered mechanical failures.

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William Byron wins the Xfinity 500 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

With the Championship 4 finally complete, will Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin, William Byron, and Chase Briscoe take home the championship title? Don’t miss the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Championship this November 2, 2025. Don’t miss it!

Monday, October 20, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - YellaWood 500

The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series is nearing its climax. The fight for the Championship 4 continues in Talladega for the YellaWood 500. With Denny Hamlin claiming his spot at the Championship 4, who's next?

As the green flag waved, the action in Dega was on. The first stage saw Chase Elliott sustaining damage and being forced to pit for repairs. As Ty Gibbs wins Stage 1, Stage 2 witnessed The Big One with the drivers of the Nos. 2, 4, 7, 9, 16, and 47 getting caught in a massive on-track accident. With Stage 2 belonging to Chase Briscoe, the final stage saw an anti-climactic caution for the #51 car with just 20 laps left.

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Chase Briscoe wins the YellaWood 500 of the NASCAR Cup Series! His spot at the Championship 4 was sealed.

With two spots taken, who will make it to the Championship 4? The final elimination match of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs will be at Martinsville Speedway for the Xfinity 500 this October 26, 2025.

Monday, October 13, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - South Point 400

The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series is nearing its climax, and with the Final 8 set, the fight for the Championship 4 begins with the South Point 400 in Las Vegas.

As the green flag waved, the first fight for the Championship 4 had begun. The first stage saw Ryan Blaney crash out after hitting the wall. As William Byron wins Stage 1, Stage 2 saw Chase Elliott penalized for an uncontrolled tire on pit road. As Kyle Larson wins Stage 2, the final stage saw William Byron crashing into Ty Dillon late, followed by The Big One on Lap 245.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - South Point 400
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After chaos in Las Vegas, Denny Hamlin wins the South Point 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series! His spot at the Championship 4 was sealed.

Who's next? The next race will be at Talladega for the YellaWood 500 this October 19, 2025.

Monday, October 6, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Bank of America ROVAL 400

Who will make it to the Final 8? Who will be eliminated? The fight for the Final 8 ends as the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series continues in Charlotte Motor Speedway for the Bank of America ROVAL 400. Let's find out who stands or falls.

As the green flag waved, the latest playoff elimination round was on. The first stage saw Kyle Busch heading to the garage after an early contact with the wall. As Shane Van Gisbergen won Stage 1 and Kyle Larson advanced to the Final 8, the second stage saw Carson Hocevar's hard braking get Austin Cindric collected. With Ryan Blaney winning Stage 2 and Christopher Bell advancing to the Final 8, the final stage saw Austin Dillon go off-track.

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Although no longer in the playoffs, Shane Van Gisbergen wins the Bank of America ROVAL 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series, and Joey Logano is the last in the Final 8. Ross Chastain, Bubba Wallace, Tyler Reddick, and Austin Cindrick are eliminated from the playoffs.

With the Final 8 set, only four will make it to the big finale. Who will be bound for Phoenix this November 2nd? The fight for the Championship 4 begins as the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs head to Las Vegas for the South Point 400 this October 12, 2025.

Monday, September 29, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Hollywood Casino 400

The fight for the Final 8 continues in Kansas for the Hollywood Casino 400 Presented by ESPN Bet. With Ryan Blaney secured his spot, who's next?

As the green flag waved, the fight for the Final 8 continued. The first stage saw a blown tire for the #51 car, followed by Tyler Reddick's pitstop drama. As Denny Hamlin barely took Stage 1, Stage 2 saw both the #42 and the #60 make contact and slip away. With Hamlin taking Stage 2, the final stage saw disaster for both Joey Logano and Austin Cindric following their recent tangle, a loose tire for Kyle Busch, a slide from the #77 car, and Zane Smith's terrifying barrel roll.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Hollywood Casino 400
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In the chaos of Kansas, Chase Elliott unexpectedly won the Hollywood Casino 400, securing his spot in the Final 8 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

Who will make it to the Final 8? Who will be eliminated? Find out as the fight for the Final 8 for the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs ends with the Bank of America ROVAL 400 this October 5, 2025.

Monday, September 22, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Mobil 1 301

Denny Hamlin, William Byron, Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell, Ryan Blaney, Chase Briscoe, Chase Elliott, Bubba Wallace, Austin Cindric, Joey Logano, Ross Chastain, and Tyler Reddick are your Final 12. The question is, who will or will not make it to the Final 8? The fight for the Final 8 of the playoffs kicked off at New Hampshire Motor Speedway for the Mobil 1 301.

As the green flag waved, the playoff action continued. As Ryan Blaney took Stage 1, Stage 2 saw Josh Berry spinning, followed by Ty Gibbs spinning and backing into the wall, and The Big One, not to mention John Hunter Nemechek's terrible incident. As Joey Logano took Stage 2, the final stage is where everything's on the line.

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After an intense drama in New Hampshire, Ryan Blaney wins the Mobil 1 301 of the NASCAR Cup Series! His spot at the Final 8 was sealed.

Who's next? The fight for the Final 8 continues in Kansas for the Hollywood Casino 400 Presented by ESPN Bet this September 28, 2025.

Sunday, September 14, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Bass Pro Shops Night Race

Who will be eliminated? The fight for the Final 12 concludes as the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series reaches Bristol for the Bass Pro Shops Night Race. Let's find out.

As the green flag waved, the first elimination match of the playoffs began. The first stage saw Josh Berry's misfortune, followed by Alex Bowman's spin. Ryan Blaney took Stage 1, with Bubba Wallace and Kyle Larson advancing to the Final 12. 

In the second stage, Shane Van Gisbergen also spun out. Ty Gibbs secured Stage 2, and Ryan Blaney moved on to the Final 12 as well. In the final stage, teams were allowed one additional set of Goodyear tires for the race. This stage featured Cole Custer spinning out, Chase Elliott suffering race-ending damage, and both Tyler Reddick and William Byron making it to the Final 12. Moments after The Big One, the climax kicks in.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Bass Pro Shops Night Race
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Christopher Bell wins the Bass Pro Shops Night Race of the NASCAR Cup Series! With Bell securing the last spot of the Final 12, it's time to say goodbye to Alex Bowman, Austin Dillon, Shane van Gisbergen, and Josh Berry.

Denny Hamlin, William Byron, Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell, Ryan Blaney, Chase Briscoe, Chase Elliott, Bubba Wallace, Austin Cindric, Joey Logano, Ross Chastain, and Tyler Reddick are your Final 12.

 The question is, who will or will not make it to the Final 8? The fight for the Final 8 of the playoffs begins at New Hampshire Motor Speedway for the Mobil 1 301 this September 21, 2025.

Sunday, September 7, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Enjoy Illinois 300

The battle for the Final 12 continues as the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs take place at World Wide Technology Raceway for the Enjoy Illinois 300. With Chase Briscoe having secured his spot, who will be next?

As the green flag waved, the fight for the Final 12 continues. The first stage saw Kyle Busch spin off Turn 2, followed by Josh Berry's crash that sent him packing. As Chase Briscoe wins Stage 1, Stage 2 saw drama for the Dillon Brothers as Austin sent Ty spinning, followed by Ryan Blaney spinning. As Bubba Wallace snagged Stage 2, the final stage saw Shane Van Gisbergen spinning, followed by Ty Dillon into the wall.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Enjoy Illinois 300
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After all the drama at the WWT Raceway, Denny Hamlin wins the Enjoy Illinois 300 of the NASCAR Cup Series! His spot at the Final 12's is sealed.

Who will be eliminated? The fight for the Final 12 concludes as the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series is heading to Bristol for the Bass Pro Shops Night Race this September 13, 2025.

Monday, September 1, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Cook Out Southern 500

It's playoff time in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series! The 16 contenders vying for the championship are Kyle Larson, William Byron, Denny Hamlin, Ryan Blaney, Christopher Bell, Shane van Gisbergen, Chase Elliott, Chase Briscoe, Bubba Wallace, Austin Cindric, Ross Chastain, Joey Logano, Josh Berry, Tyler Reddick, Austin Dillon, and Alex Bowman. All participants have arrived, but only one can emerge victorious. The journey toward the title begins in Darlington, South Carolina, at the Cook Out Southern 500. Who will be the first driver to secure a spot in the Final 12?

As the green flag waved, the first playoff match of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season began. The first stage saw problems for Alex Bowman following his extended pit stop, followed by a close call on pit road for Bubba Wallace. As Chase Briscoe wins Stage 1, Stage 2 gets messy with Carson Hocevar's spin, Denny Hamlin's pitstop woes, Christopher Bell's pit stop drama, a spin by the #51 car, and trouble for Ryan Blaney. With Stage 2 belonging to Briscoe, the final stage saw the #44 car going up in flames.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Cook Out Southern 500
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After an intense start for the playoffs, Chase Briscoe wins the Cook Out Southern 500 of the NASCAR Cup Series! His spot at the Final 12 was sealed.

The fight for the Final 12 continues in the World Wide Technology Raceway in Illinois for the Enjoy Illinois 300 this September 7, 2025.


Sunday, August 24, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Coke Zero Sugar 400

It's the last race of the regular season before the playoffs as the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series returns to Daytona for the Coke Zero Sugar 400. This is the last chance for the drivers to make it to the playoffs. The question is, who? Time to find out.

As the green flag waved, the final fight before the playoffs had begun. The first stage saw the #34 and the #45 getting together and going sliding down the frontstretch, triggering the big one. Alex Bowman's not spared from it. As Kyle Larson won Stage 1 and Tyler Reddick's playoff spot was sealed, Stage 2 saw another big one, followed by Carson Hocevar stalling. As Ross Chastain won Stage 2, the final stage goes from wild to wildest with the fully-packed four-wide final lap.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Coke Zero Sugar 400
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After an intense four-wide final lap, Ryan Blaney wins the Coke Zero Sugar 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

And so, the Final 16 are complete. Kyle Larson, William Byron, Denny Hamlin, Ryan Blaney, Christopher Bell, Shane van Gisbergen, Chase Elliott, Chase Briscoe, Bubba Wallace, Austin Cindric, Ross Chastain, Joey Logano, Josh Berry, Tyler Reddick, Austin Dillon, and Alex Bowman.

Who will survive all the way to Avondale, Arizona, for the title? Who will be eliminated? Find out as the fight for the Final 12 kicks off in Darlington, South Carolina, for the Cook Out Southern 500 this August 31, 2025.

Sunday, August 17, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Cook Out 400

There are only two races left in the regular season before the playoffs. The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series continues in Richmond, Virginia, for the Cook Out 400. Who will secure a spot in the playoffs? Let's find out.

As the green flag waved, the action in Virginia was on. As Tyler Reddick won Stage 1, Stage 2 saw Reddick get turned at the exit of Turn 4, followed by a massive pileup that got Chase Elliott and Justin Haley into it. As Stage 2 went to Bubba Wallace, the final stage saw a loose tire from the #23, prompting the #19 pit crew to lend a helping hand to the affected car.

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After a hell of a riot in Richmond, Austin Dillon wins the Cook Out 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series! William Byron is the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Regular Season Champion.

Who will be the last to be in the playoffs? Find out as the last race of the regular season will be in Daytona for the Coke Zero Sugar 400 this August 23rd.

Monday, August 11, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Go Bowling at The Glen

Three races remain in the regular season of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series before the playoffs. The next stop is New York for the Go Bowling at The Glen. Who will secure a spot in the playoffs? Let's find out in this intense circuit race.

As the green flag waved, the real circuit action in the Glen had begun. The first stage saw braking issues for Kyle Larson, forcing him to pit and go backwards while in the pits. As Chris Buescher won Stage 1, Stage 2 saw Josh Berry getting nudged and spun. As Ryan Blaney won Stage 2, the final stage saw an eventful end for the Legacy Motor Club drivers, followed by Kyle Busch's save of the race.

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After an intense fight in The Glen, the only Oceania driver on the grid strikes again as Shane Van Gisbergen wins the Go Bowling at The Glen of the NASCAR Cup Series!

There are only two races left in the regular season before the playoffs. The next race will be at Richmond, VA, for the Cook Out 400 on August 16, 2025.

Sunday, August 3, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Iowa Corn 350

There are only four races left in the regular season of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series before the playoffs, as they head to Iowa for the Iowa Corn 350. Who will be playoffs-bound? Let's find out.

As the green flag waved, the action in Iowa was on. As Brad Keselowski took Stage 1, Stage 2 saw the #88 going for a big slide in Turn 2, followed by a collision with the #9 car. As Keselowski took Stage 2, the final stage saw the #11 car slip, followed by the #43 car.

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After an intense fight in Iowa, William Byron wins the Iowa Corn 350 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

The next race is at Go Bowling at The Glen this August 10, 2025.

Sunday, July 27, 2025

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Brickyard 400

Who will take home a million dollars, Ty Gibbs or Ty Dillon? All will be revealed with the final round of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series In-Season Challenge, the Brickyard 400, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

As the green flag waved, the decisive battle for a million bucks in the NASCAR In-Season Challenge Championship Round is underway. The first stage saw Ross Chastain crash out of the race following contact with another car. As Chase Briscoe wins Stage 1, Stage 2 saw another in-race crash, this time it's Erik Jones. As Ryan Blaney won Stage 2, the finale saw Ryan Blaney penalized for pitting while the pit road was closed. As the race got paused by a Red Flag on Lap 157 due to inclement weather, it got resumed, and classic NASCAR overtime has commenced.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Brickyard 400
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Although he's not in the bracket, Bubba Wallace wins the Brickyard 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series! Ty Gibbs, meanwhile, takes home one million dollars for winning the NASCAR In-Season Challenge. 

With this season's In-Season Challenge wrapped up, regular NASCAR activities will resume at Iowa for the Iowa Corn 350 this August 3, 2025. There are only four races left before the playoffs. Let's get it on!