Showing posts with label #nascar. Show all posts
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Monday, May 25, 2026

#NASCAR / #ARCA Race Weekend Recap (Charlotte / Colorado)

#NASCAR / #ARCA Race Weekend Recap (Charlotte / Colorado)

Winners: Daniel Suárez (Cup); Ross Chastain (O'Reilly); Layne Riggs (Trucks) plus Trevor Huddleston (ARCA West)

NASCAR Cup

Daniel Suárez Surges in Charlotte, Lands Emotional Coca-Cola 600 Victory

Daniel Suárez Surges in Charlotte, Lands Emotional Coca-Cola 600 Victory #NASCAR
Daniel Suárez does a showman's bow in Victory Lane
following his Coca-Cola 600 triumph in honor of Kyle Busch.

Daniel Suárez claimed the third victory of his career when NASCAR called the event 27 laps short of its scheduled finish after a rainstorm drenched Charlotte Motor Speedway.

 

The win was especially poignant for Suárez, who received repeated encouragement and advice from Busch after arriving from his native Mexico and launching his NASCAR career.

 

“It really means a lot,” Suárez said of the victory. “I’ve been saying for years this is my favorite race of the year. I get to have my family here every year. This is most of the time the only race (they) get to come

 

“It’s been a very tough week. Kyle, he was special, man. This one is for Kyle. For Kyle, for (wife) Samantha, for (son) Brexton, for (daughter) Lennix, all his family … definitely, this one has a special flavor because of Kyle. This win is for him. If it wasn’t for Kyle, I wasn’t going to be an Xfinity champion. I wasn’t going to have my shot in the Cup series. To win this race for him is unbelievable.”

 






Pole: Tyler Reddick



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Next Race: The Cup Series will return on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 7:00 pm ET for the ‘Cracker Barrel 400’ at Nashville Superspeedway.


NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series

Ross Chastain Wins Weather-Shortened O’Reilly Series Race

#NASCAR Ross Chastain Wins Weather-Shortened O’Reilly Series Race
Ross Chastain does a celebratory bow in honor of Kyle Busch.

 

Ross Chastain drove through a succession of challenges — including a patch of oil and a brush with the outside wall — to win Saturday night’s rain-shortened Charbroil 300 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

 

The victory was Chastain’s first in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series since 2019, his first at Charlotte and the third of his career. The race was stopped for rain for the second time after Chastain crossed the finish line to win the second stage on Lap 90

 

With no hope of continuing, NASCAR called the race after Lap 91 and declared Chastain the winner.

 

“I did not think we would win one like this, driving into the fence in liquid,” said Chastain, who was driving the No. 9 Chevrolet for JR Motorsports. “I have no idea what it was. I went into Turn 1 like normal, and there was something on the track.

 

“No matter how we win, I feel like we could have raced with them again at the end.”

 

Chastain’s thoughts quickly turned to the absence of champion driver Kyle Busch, who on Thursday lost his life to a sudden illness at age 41.

 

“This weekend, it’s just incredible trying to grasp losing Kyle,” Chastain said. “I don’t understand how he’s not here racing. I don’t grasp it mentally or spiritually.

 

“Obviously, racing is the best thing we can to celebrate what he did in the sport and in his life.”

 






Pole: Justin Allgaier



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Next Race: The NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series will return on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 7:30 pm ET for the ‘Sports Illustrated Resorts 250’ at Nashville Superspeedway.




NASCAR Trucks

Layne Riggs Wins Wild, Clock-Shortened Truck Series Race

#NASCAR - Layne Riggs Wins Wild, Clock-Shortened Truck Series Race
Layne Riggs Takes a Bow in Tribute to the Late Kyle Busch
after winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Race. 

 

Layne Riggs made clear what was on his mind as he took the checkered flag under caution to win Sunday’s Truck Series North Carolina Education Lottery 200 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

 

“Did it for Kyle, man, did it for Kyle,” Riggs said in a dedication to two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch, who lost his life to a sudden illness Thursday at age 41.

 

In a race thrice delayed by rain from its scheduled Friday night start and run under NASCAR’s adverse conditions provision with a noon ET time limit, Riggs completed 110 of a scheduled 134 laps before the clock ran out.

 

He earned his second victory of the season, his first at Charlotte and the seventh of his career in a race that featured a record 11 cautions.

 

“Our hearts are really heavy this weekend,” he said after giving Ford its first NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series victory on a 1.5-mile intermediate speedway since Ben Rhodes won in 2023 at Charlotte. “I’ve been kind of struggling with it a little bit, just trying to keep my game face on and ride … I was borderline sobbing there at the end.”

 

“But these guys (the No. 34 team) have put a smile on my face. Great job to everybody at Front Row Motorsports. Thank you so much to my teammate Chandler Smith. We had a little teammate restart there (on Lap 104). He stuck with me and pushed me.”

 






Pole: Corey Day



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Next Race: The Truck Series will return on Friday, May 29, 2026 at 8:00 pm ET for the ‘Allegiance 200’ at Nashville Superspeedway.




ARCA Menard Series West

Trevor Huddleston Dominates at Colorado

#ARCA - Trevor Huddleston Dominates at Colorado
Trevor Huddleston solidified his status as the ARCA Menards
Series West championship favorite with his second straight victory of 2026.

 

For Trevor Huddleston, every triumph in the ARCA Menards Series West carries its own unique distinction.

 

Saturday’s victory in the Legendary Billy Green 150 at Colorado National Speedway for Huddleston was another one for him to remember. While it was his first West Series checkered flag at the complex, Huddleston also had another reason to celebrate.

 

“I have a lot of special moments in racing,” Huddleston said. “I proposed to my girlfriend at the race track, and we’re excited to announce we’re expecting our first child in November. That’s pretty special.

 

“We already looked it up. Four and a half is the age when they can start quarter midgets. We’ll start with that.”

 






Pole: Robbie Kennealy



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Next Race: The ARCA Menard Series will return on Friday, June 5, 2026 at 5 p.m. ET for the ‘Henry Ford Health 200’ at Michigan International Speedway.



Next Race: The ARCA Menard Series West will return on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 8 p.m. PT for the ‘NAPA Auto Care 150 Greg Biffle Memorial’ at Tri-City Raceway.



 

source: NASCAR  and ARCA Menard Media
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Wednesday, April 22, 2026

NASCAR / ARCA Race Weekend Recap (Kansas Speedway)

NASCAR / ARCA Race Weekend Recap (Kansas Speedway)

Winners: Tyler Reddick (Cup); Taylor Gray (O'Reilly); plus Gio Ruggiero (ARCA)

NASCAR Cup

Reddick Prevails in OT for Fifth Cup Series Win of 2026

Reddick Prevails in OT for Fifth Cup Series Win of 2026
Tyler Reddick holds out his five fingers, indicative of his race wins so far in 2026.

 

Tyler Reddick holds out his five fingers, indicative of his race wins so far in 2026.

Tyler Reddick scraped the outside wall in the closing laps. His fuel system stumbled at a critical moment. He collided with fellow Toyota driver Christopher Bell in overtime. He fell behind defending NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson on the final restart.

 

Yet, in a magical season for the driver of the No. 45 23XI Racing Toyota, Reddick won Sunday’s AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway in spite of all the adversity.

 

Reddick cleared Larson through the final two corners and crossed the finish line 0.118 seconds ahead of the reigning champion.

 

“Just really blessed with the late caution,” said Reddick, who won for the fifth time this season, the second time at Kansas and the 13th time in his career. “Was that nuts or what? I couldn’t believe it.

 

“I mean, first off, I feel like I have to say, obviously, just for how I feel. I never like being on the inside of it – really hate that for Christopher Bell. Good, hard racing. The 11 (Hamlin) came up. I mean, I took off tight. Not thrilled I got Christopher there. I hate that for him because he was having a good, solid day.

 

“Man, these late race restarts get crazy. I obviously had a run on the 5 (Larson). I was shocked I was able to get to his inside there. An incredible SupplyHouse Toyota Camry all day long.”

 

Reddick is the first driver since Dale Earnhardt in 1987 – and fourth all-time – to win five of the first nine races of a season in NASCAR’s top division. His series lead increased to 105 points over second-place Hamlin, who won the first stage.

 






Pole: Tyler Reddick



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Next Race: The Cup Series will return on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 3:00 pm ET for the ‘Jack Link's 500’ at Talladega Superspeedway.


NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series

Gray Fends Off Creed for 2nd Career NORAPS Win at Kansas

Gray Fends Off Creed for 2nd Career NORAPS Win at
Joe Gibbs Racing driver Taylor Gray celebrates with his No. 54 Toyota team

 


The early bird got the victory on Saturday night.

 

The first of the frontrunners to pit during the final 95-lap green-flag run in the Kansas Lottery 300, Taylor Gray grabbed the lead during the cycle and held off charging Sheldon Creed to score the second NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series victory of his career.

 

Crew chief Jason Ratcliff, who won at Kansas with driver David Green in 2003, called Gray into the pits on Lap 143 of 200. Creed and Brandon Jones, running first and second on Lap 146, emerged from pit road after stops on Lap 147 roughly three seconds behind Gray.

 

“How about Jason Ratcliff?” Gray exclaimed after climbing from his No. 54 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota. “That pit call was awesome. We had a car capable of winning. I thought the 20 (Jones) was a little better than us before the green-flag cycle started, but we just had to stay locked in, and we had to be a little bit freer.

 

“Jason made a really good adjustment on the car and a really good pit call and got us in clean air. It’s been a long start to the year, man — not that we’re not bringing speed to the race track. It’s just that things haven’t really gone our way. So it’s nice to finally be able to close one out.”

 

As it turned out, Creed also had plenty of reasons to celebrate. By finishing first among four eligible drivers, he earned a $100,000 Dash 4 Cash bonus for the first time in his career. It was Creed’s fifth attempt to win the Dash 4 Cash prize money.

 






Pole: Carson Kvapil (no qualifying)



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Next Race: The NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series will return on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 4:00 pm ET for the ‘Ag-Pro 300’ at Talladega Superspeedway.




NASCAR Trucks

The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series did not race this weekend






Next Race: The Truck Series will return on Friday, May 1, 2026 at 8:00 pm ET for the ‘SpeedyCash.com 250’ at Texas Motor Speedway.




ARCA

Late-race restarts at Kansas propel Gio Ruggiero

Late-race restarts at Kansas propel Gio Ruggiero

 

In two starts so far during the 2026 ARCA Menards Series season, Gio Ruggiero found Victory Lane in both.

 

Ruggiero’s second win of the year proved to be slightly more difficult compared to his season-opening triumph at Daytona International Speedway. After fading during the final long green flag run, Ruggiero used two overtime restarts to cycle back to the front and emerge victorious Saturday in the Tide 150 at Kansas Speedway.

 

Multiple factors motivated Ruggiero’s drive to the win. Not only was he determined to overcome the loss in speed his car experienced in the closing stages, but he also wanted to reward the hard work his entire crew puts in both on and off the track.

 

“You just got to do whatever it takes to win,” Ruggiero said. “That’s what I did. I thought we had a really strong car, and I just couldn’t let these guys down and lose the race. My crew chief Matt Ross just had a baby, so I needed to get him a nice gift, [which was] to win. I definitely executed on those last restarts and did what it took.”

 






Pole: Jack Wood



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Next Race: The ARCA Series will return on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. EST for the ‘Alabama Manufactured House’ at Talladega Superspeedway.

 

source: NASCAR  and ARCA Media
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Darlington Raceway - Track History & Information

Darlington Raceway - Track History and Information

Track Too Tough to Tame

Darlington Raceway - Track History and Information

 

For 75 thrilling years, Darlington Raceway has been home to legendary moments, daring drivers, and the unforgettable roar of NASCAR's finest. Known as the "Track Too Tough to Tame," this iconic venue has tested the limits of skill and speed, where only the boldest conquer its unforgiving turns. From the first race in 1950 to today’s high-octane battles, Darlington has been the ultimate proving ground for racing greatness!

 

TRACK HISTORY AND INFORMATION

WHO WON THE FIRST SOUTHERN 500?

  • Sept. 4, 2 1950: Running of the first Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway, NASCAR's original superspeedway race, the first for "stock cars." 75 cars entered the event while some 25,000 fans watched from the grandstand and infield. Race was won by Californian Johnny Mantz, the slowest qualifier in the field. He blitzed the field by using a hard-compound truck tire while others kept blowing tires throughout the race.

WHY WAS THE 1963 SPRING 300-MILE CUP SERIES RACE UNIQUE?

  • The race was run in two 151-mile segments, a new twist created by track president Bob Colvin. Broken into pair of 110-lap races. Joe Weatherly won first segment and finished second in second segment, which was good enough to be declared the winner via a special points system.

WHEN WAS THE TRACK REPAVED FIRST?

  • After local favorite Cale Yarborough won his first of a record five Southern 500s in 1968, the track had a reconfiguration of the old turns three and four (East end). $175,000 dollars spent to re-bank the venue as well as repave with asphalt. Banking now at 25 degrees in old turns three and four.

WHEN WAS THE FIRST XFINITY SERIES RACE?

  • April, 1980: First late model sportsman race (subsequently called the NASCAR Busch Grand National Series, and today’s NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series). David Pearson edges out Neil Bonnett and Dave Marcis as the trio are three-wide at the line. Held the day before 500 in the spring.




HAS THERE EVER BEEN A MOVIE OR TV SHOW FILMED AT DARLINGTON RACEWAY?

  • Yes – actually twice. The first was the 1960 movie “Thunder in Carolina” that starred Rory Calhoun, Connie Hines and Alan Hale, Jr. (who also played the Skipper in Gilligans Island). The second was “Days of Thunder” in 1990, starring a host of notable actors, including Tom Cruise, Robert Duvall, Randy Quaid, Nicole Kidman, Michael Rooker and John C. Reilly.

WHAT YEAR WAS THE TRACK FLIPPED AROUND?

  • 1997. Darlington gears up for its most important year since the track opened in 1950. Because the track was able to purchase property on the "back" side of the track (off Indian Branch Road), it is decided to "switch" the start/finish line to the opposite side, thus making the old turn three the new turn one, the old turn four the new turn two. This will allow for expansion of new Tower seating. The old turn one becomes the new turn three, and the old turn two is now the new turn four. While the start/finish line was moved, the actual track surface was not disturbed. The asphalt and walls still the same.

WHO HAS THE MOST CONSECUTIVE VICTORIES IN THE SOUTHERN 500?

  • Jeff Gordon who pulled off the feat from 1995 through 1998. In his victories in 1997 and 1998 he won an extra $1 million bonus.

WHAT IS THE CLOSEST FINISH IN TRACK HISTORY?

  • March, 2003: The second closest finish in NASCAR Cup Series history is set March 16 in the spring 400-miler when Ricky Craven beats Kurt Busch by .002 seconds. It was one of the most dramatic finishes in the history of NASCAR with the duo trading paint over the last several laps.

WHAT YEAR WERE LIGHTS ADDED TO DARLINGTON RACEWAY?

  • 2004. Lights are installed at the venue to provide night racing for Labor Day weekend. Jimmie Johnson wins both Cup Series races at Darlington, including the Southern 500, the next-to-last-race of the season, which was the first event held under the lights.

WHAT YEAR DID THROWBACK WEEKEND START?

  • Sept, 2015: NASCAR’s original superspeedway introduces its first “Throwback Weekend,” to honor drivers and teams from NASCAR’s past. Teams were encouraged to run alternate throwback paint schemes from racers in the past, plus the entire industry got involved with throwback uniforms, while broadcast partners bringing back legendary broadcasters.

WHAT SPORTS VENUE HOSTED THE FIRST AND SECOND LIVE EVENTS DURING COVID IN 2020?

  • Track Celebrates 70 years of existence.
  • After a 15-year absence, Darlington gains its second NASCAR weekend back, adding a race date on Mother’s Day weekend in addition to Labor Day weekend.
  • Darlington Raceway hosted the first and second live sporting events in the country since the pandemic shut down all sports around the world. While some states wouldn’t allow sporting events, South Carolina did, and NASCAR conducted races at the 1.366-mile track, just two hours from many of the team shops in the Charlotte area. The races were televised but with no fans in the stands. Kevin Harvick wins the first race back, and a few days later, Denny Hamlin wins the second. Chase Briscoe captured the NASCAR Xfinity Series event.
  • May: Kevin Harvick wins the first race back, and a few days later, Denny Hamlin wins the second. Chase Briscoe captured the NASCAR Xfinity Series event.
  • Sept: Kevin Harvick wins the Cook Out Southern 500, the first Southern 500 sponsored by the popular restaurant chain.

WHO HAS SERVED AS TRACK PRESIDENTS OF DARLINGTON RACEWAY SINCE ITS INCEPTION IN 1950?

  • Harold Brasington (1950 - 1952)
  • Bob Colvin (1952 - 1967)
  • Barney Wallace (1967 - 1983)
  • Walter D. "Red" Tyler (1983 - 1989)
  • Woody McKay (1989 - 1993)
  • Jim Hunter (1993 - 2001)
  • Andrew Gurtis (2001 - 2004)
  • Chris Browning (2004 - 2013)
  • Chip Wile (2013 - 2016)
  • Kerry Tharp (2016 - 2024)
  • Josh Harris (2024 - Current)

 

source: Darlington Raceway Media
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Sunday, March 8, 2026

Win a 2026 Vacation at Dale Jr.'s

#Win a 2026 Vacation at Dale Jr.'s

Just $10.00 Per Ticket

Win a 2026 Vacation at Dale Jr.'s #NASCAR

 

The Dale Jr. Foundation is a charity dedicated to giving underprivileged individuals with a focus on youth, the resources to improve their confidence and education, and the opportunity to achieve extraordinary goals, having raised more than $11 million since its inception.

 

The Dale Jr. Foundation has made a monumental impact in the local community since its beginning. TDJF has contributed to more than 300 charities nationally and locally, including The Make-A-Wish Foundation, Blessings in a Backpack, Children’s Hope Alliance, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, FeedNC, and Mooresville Christian Mission.

 

Don’t miss your chance to buy a raffle ticket for an unforgettable getaway - a six (6) night stay at the Earnhardt Family Lakehouse on beautiful Lake Norman, NC, and so much more! Raffle ticket sales begin February 1 at 8:00 AM ET and end March 31 at 11:59 PM ET, with the winner drawn on April 8, 2026. See the below package details to explore everything included in this incredible package and purchase your ticket to support the Dale Jr. Foundation.

 

BUY TICKETS HERE

Ends on March 31, 2026

Drawing Held April 8, 2026





Package Includes:

  • Six (6) Night Stay at the Earnhardt Family Lakehouse on beautiful Lake Norman, NC. House includes 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Large bonus room with Table Tennis, Stand-Up Paddle Boards and In-Ground Pool. Dates: May 20-25, 2026.
  • Two (2) VIP JR Motorsports Pit Passes and Two (2) Grand Stand Tickets for the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Saturday, May 23, 2026.
  • Two (2) Race Tickets for the NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 on Sunday, May 24, 2026.
  • Two (2) JRM Fan Day autograph session wrist bands for Thursday, May 21, 2026 (includes Dale Earnhardt Jr. and JR Motorsports drivers).
  • Two (2) Tickets to the NASCAR Hall of Fame
  • Private JR Motorsports Shop Tour
  • Eight (8) Races at Trackhouse Motorplex
  • $500 in Travel Expenses
  • Swag Bag

 

source: Dale Jr. Foundation Media
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Thursday, February 26, 2026

Meet the NASCAR Drivers: How You Can Get Up Close at COTA

Meet the #NASCAR Drivers: How You Can Get Up Close at COTA

Pre-race excitement to track-level access

AJ Allmendinger #16 Kaulig Racing

 

Race weekend isn’t just about watching cars fly by at incredible speeds — it’s about being part of the full experience. At COTA, fans have unique opportunities to step closer to the action and see what happens before the engines fire. From pre-race excitement to track-level access, the atmosphere is electric long before the green flag drops.

 

Upgrade with the Ultimate Fan Pass or Track Pass

For fans who want the closest possible connection to race day, enhanced access options make all the difference. The Ultimate Fan Pass delivers an elevated, all-access style experience designed for the most dedicated fans, while the Track Pass lets you step onto the racing surface and feel the pre-race excitement from ground level. Both bring you inside the environment where teams prepare and anticipation builds — an insider’s perspective few fans ever experience.

 

Experience Race Day at the DuraMAX Texas Grand Prix

Being near the drivers transforms the entire weekend. The pageantry, the sound, the adrenaline — it all feels bigger when you’re immersed in the action. From ceremonies to celebrations, you’ll experience race day the way insiders do, right in the middle of the excitement powered by NASCAR.

 

Get Closer Than Ever in Austin

Don’t just watch the drivers from a distance — experience race day from their world. Upgrade your weekend with the Ultimate Fan Pass or Track Pass, check out the Fan Zone for driver appearances and get closer to the action than most fans ever will. Availability is limited, so secure your tickets now and make your NASCAR at COTA experience unforgettable.

 





 

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Saturday, February 7, 2026

Eiki Koga To Make NASCAR Jr. Late Model Debut

Eiki Koga To Make #NASCAR Jr. Late Model Debut

Youngest Japanese Driver With Wilson Motorsports At Madera Speedway

Eiki Koga To Make NASCAR Jr. Late Model Debut

 

Ten-year-old Japanese driver Eiki Koga will make his race debut in the 51FIFTY Jr. Late Model  on March 14 at Madera Speedway, supported by Wilson Motorsports, as he begins his journey toward achieving his dream of becoming a NASCAR Cup Series driver.

 

In addition, Eiki has signed as a development driver with Fast Track Racing.

 

Andy Hillenburg, a two-time Daytona winner, will oversee Eiki’s management and guide him on his path to becoming a NASCAR driver.

 

“I’m very excited to take my first step toward becoming a NASCAR driver in the United States with Wilson Motorsports”, stated Eiki. “I would like to sincerely thank all of our sponsors for their support with this race opportunity.”

 

“I am also deeply grateful to Mr. Hojo and Mr. Takahashi of Team Blute, who have supported me in every way since I first started kart racing. Thanks to their continued support, I was given this amazing opportunity.” Eiki Koga

 

“Thank you to everyone for believing in me. I’ll give it my best! Eiki Koga

 





“We are very excited to announce that Eiki Koga will be driving for Wilson Motorsports in the Junior Late Model division at Madera Speedway. Eiki will be driving alongside his teammate, Brexton Busch. We are looking forward to watching both of our young drivers develop throughout the year.” Team Owner, Charlie Wilson

 

 

source: Takuma Koga Facebook
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Friday, January 9, 2026

2026 Chili Bowl Schedule

2026 Chili Bowl Schedule

Championship Feature Events - Saturday, Jan. 17

Karter Sarff leads, Christopher Bell and C.J. Leary during last year’s Chili Bowl Nationals at the Tulsa Expo Center. (Photo: Yem Sanlaeid/NASCAR)
Karter Sarff leads, Christopher Bell and C.J. Leary during last year’s
Chili Bowl Nationals  at the Tulsa Expo Center. (Photo: Yem Sanlaeid/NASCAR)

 


 

Chili Bowl schedule

Date Event How to watch Racing Start Time
Monday, Jan. 12 2nd Opinion Auto Center Qualifying Night plus the ROC; Race of Champions FloRacing 5 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. CT
Tuesday, Jan. 13 Warren CAT Qualifying Night FloRacing 5 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. CT
Wednesday, Jan. 14 York Plumbing Qualifying Night FloRacing 5 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. CT
Thursday, Jan. 15 Hasty Bake Qualifying Night FloRacing 5 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. CT
Friday, Jan. 16 Hard Rock Casino Tulsa Qualifying Night FloRacing 5 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. CT
Saturday, Jan. 17 Championship Feature Events FloRacing 10 a.m. ET / 9 a.m. CT




What TV channel is the Chili Bowl on in 2026?

The 2026 Chili Bowl Nationals in Tulsa will be shown live in its entirety on FloRacing, the streaming home for all NASCAR Regional action. The event will not be shown on a traditional television network.


FloRacing’s race coverage begins Monday, Jan. 13 and includes all five qualifying nights as well as the championship finale on Saturday, Jan. 18.


 

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Monday, December 1, 2025

Michael Jordan Arrives in Court for #NASCAR Lawsuit

Michael Jordan Arrives in Court for #NASCAR Lawsuit

Could Blow Motorsports Apart

Michael Jordan Arrives in Court for #NASCAR Lawsuit

 

Michael Jordan's bitter fight against NASCAR headed to federal court on Monday in a jury trial that could tear apart the top motorsports series.

 

The legendary NBA great, 62, was pictured arriving at the Western District of North Carolina in Charlotte for the case, brought by 23XI Racing, which he majority-owns, and another team, Front Row Motorsports.

 

"I did it for the smaller teams as well. It's not just me." M.J.

 

The antitrust allegations leveled by the two parties have alleged salacious personal communications within NASCAR, issues with its finances and a deep contempt between some of the top executives in the sport and its participants.

 

NASCAR claims it has done nothing wrong, insisting it has not violated antitrust law because it has done nothing to restrain trade beyond normal business practices.

 

"We will continue to defend and preserve it (Charter System), but make no mistake, the lawsuit puts this at risk". NASCAR CEO Steve Phelps

 

The judge in the case has already ruled that NASCAR has a monopoly over its market, in a significant win for Jordan's side. But it is now up to the six-person jury to decide whether the motorsports organization abused this power and broke antitrust laws.

 

Three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin, who owns 23XI alongside Jordan and his longtime business manager, Curtis Polk, suggested that the gloves will be off during the two-week trial.

 

“Our fans have been brainwashed with their talking points for decades. Narratives pushed by media who are intimidated by them. Lies are over starting Monday morning. It’s time for the truth. It’s time for change.” Denny Hamlin

 

If NASCAR wins, it is unlikely that 23XI and Front Row would stay in business beyond 2026 and the six charters being held aside likely would be floated to other interested parties.

 

The last one sold went for $45 million, and NASCAR has indicated there is strong interest from potential buyers, including private-equity firms.

 





 

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Friday, September 26, 2025

Kansas #NASCAR On-Track & TV Schedule

Kansas #NASCAR On-Track & TV Schedule

ARCA on Friday, Xfinity on Saturday, NASCAR Cup on Sunday

Kansas #NASCAR On-Track & TV Schedule

 

Kansas Speedway ‘Track Facts

  • Track Length - 1.5 miles
  • Track Type - Tri-Oval
  • Surface - Asphalt
  • Banking - 17-20 degree variable banking
  • Caution Speed - 45 MPH


Friday, September 26, 2025

  • 3:30 p.m . — ARCA Menards Series practice and qualifying, No TV
  • 7:00 p.m. — Reese's 150 ARCA Menards Series race, FS1 (Watch FREE on Fubo) 
    • 100 laps
    • 150 miles


Saturday, September 27, 2025

  • 9:30 p.m. — NASCAR Xfinity Series practice and qualifying, CW app
  • 12:00 p.m. — NASCAR Cup Series practice and qualifying, truTV (Watch FREE on Fubo)
  • 3:00 p.m. — Kansas Lottery 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series race CW Network (Watch FREE on Fubo in select markets)
    • 200 laps
    • 300 miles


Sunday, September 28, 2025

  • 2 p.m. — Hollywood Casino 400 NASCAR Cup Series race USA Network (Watch FREE on Fubo) and MAX (in-car cameras) 
    • 267 laps
    • 400.5 miles)



 

source: The Tennessean Medi
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Monday, August 18, 2025

NASCAR / ARCA Race Recap (Richmond Raceway /Illinois State Fairgrounds)

#NASCAR / #ARCA Race Recap (Richmond Raceway / Illinois State Fairgrounds)

Winners: Austin Dillon (Cup); Corey Heim (Trucks); Brent Crews (ARCA) plus Craig Lutz (Modified)

Recap Graphic by Rolando Ramirez - RTR Graphics

 


NASCAR Cup

Austin Dillon Defends Richmond Win, Shakes Up Playoff Picture with Key Cup Victory

Austin Dillon Defends Richmond Win, Shakes Up Playoff Picture with Key Cup Victory

 

Austin Dillon claimed his sixth career NASCAR Cup Series race trophy, earned a 2025 playoff bid and just as importantly, enjoyed some sweet redemption in Saturday night’s Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway. 

 

Dillon led 107 laps on the night, including the final 49 to claim the victory and automatic berth in the 16-driver playoff field — vaulting from a 28th-place position in the championship standings before the green flag to a championship berth at the checkered flag in a clutch effort from the 2018 Daytona 500 winner and his No. 3 Richard Childress Racing team.

 

It was the most laps Dillon had led all season and marks the third time he’s won a race in the closing weeks of the regular season.

 

It was a huge statement for Dillon, 35, who won this race last year, but was later ruled ineligible to participate in the playoffs after receiving a penalty from NASCAR for aggressive driving in the final laps at the historic 0.75-mile Richmond track.

 

“Man, that feels good, got to thank the good Lord above,” said Dillon, who finished a healthy 2.471 seconds ahead of playoff contender, Hendrick Motorsports’ Alex Bowman, who leaves Richmond now holding the last championship points position with one regular season race remaining next week at the always-unpredictable Daytona International Speedway.

 

“I really wanted that one,” Dillon said after an emotional hug from his brother Ty, who finished 20th on Saturday. “Last year hurt really bad, just going through the whole process of it. But this one feels so sweet. Man, I love Richmond.

 

“God has timing. His timing is the best timing. … It’s just so special. Every one of these means so much to me. My grandfather [NASCAR Hall of Fame team owner Richard Childress], for all that he’s put up in believing in me, because there’s been a lot of ups and downs, could have been easy for him to change the drivers in this 3-car. Today it feels really darn good.”

 

Alex Bowman finished second; Ryan Blaney placed third; Joey Logano came in fourth and Austin Cindric completed the top five.

 






Pole: Ryan Preece



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Next Race: The Cup Series will return on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 7:30 pm ET for the ‘Coke Zero Sugar 400’ at Daytona International Speedway.


NASCAR Xfinity

The Xfinity Series Did Not Race this Weekend







Next Race: The Xfinity Series will return on Friday, August 22, 2025 at 7:30 pm ET for the ‘Wawa 250 Powered By Coca-Cola’ at Daytona International Speedway.




NASCAR Trucks

Corey Heim Surges to Richmond Win to End Regular Season

Corey Heim Surges to Richmond Win to End Regular Season

 

Corey Heim earned a NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series’ best seventh victory of the season in the eero 250 at Richmond Raceway Friday night, but this first short-track victory for the Regular Season Champion took a fast Toyota truck, some real perseverance and a bit of racing good fortune.

 

The 23-year-old Georgia native started from pole position in the series’ regular-season finale on the historic three-quarter mile venue, but he quickly had to deal with his front-row starting mate, Ty Majeski, who pressed him all night. Majeski swept both stage wins and his race-best 143 of the 250 laps out front was more laps led than he turned in the entire season.

 

Ultimately, Majeski’s shot at his first win of the year suffered a setback when he was collected in an incident with his ThorSport Racing teammate Matt Crafton while leading late in the race.

 

Although Majeski recovered and raced forward, Heim, who led 75 laps himself in the No. 11 Tricon Garage Toyota, got to the front when it mattered most and drove away — taking the lead for good with 20 laps remaining and then holding off the reigning series champ Majeski by 0.923 seconds at the checkered flag.

 

With the victory, Heim becomes the youngest driver in series history to get 18 career wins, breaking Kyle Busch’s record.

 

“Felt like we were the best truck at [short tracks] Martinsville and North Wilkesboro, but they got away from us and we kind of got this one back,” Heim said of his short track struggles this season. “I didn’t feel like we were the best truck tonight. I feel like the 98 [Majeski] was really stout, but obviously had a run-in and got some damage.

 

“Being there when it counted was the first goal and we were and just able to execute from there.”

 

Ty Majeski finished second; Layne Riggs placed third; Sammy Smith came in fourth and Corey LaJoie completed the top five.




Pole: Corey Heim



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Next Race: The Truck Series will return on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 12:00 pm ET for the ‘Sober or Slammer 200’ at Darlington Raceway.




MODIFIEDS

Craig Lutz Earns a ‘Special’ Modified Tour Victory with Flawless Execution at Richmond Raceway

Craig Lutz Earns a ‘Special’ Modified Tour Victory with Flawless Execution at Richmond Raceway

 

Thursday’s Virginia is for Racing Lovers 150 at Richmond Raceway delivered Craig Lutz multiple opportunities to experience joy.

 

After five straight NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour finishes outside the top five, the No. 46 Goodie Racing crew unloaded a rocket ship at Richmond. Lutz posted the second-best lap in the afternoon’s first practice, and he paced the second session. He qualified fourth despite a mistake on his hot lap. In the race, his team employed a strategy that placed him amongst a handful of contenders on the lead lap in the closing stages.

 

That’s when Lutz found himself running down race and Modified Tour points leader Austin Beers.

 

That’s when the joy reached a climax.

 

“Seeing the gap close and knowing you have the better car … it’s awesome,” Lutz said. “As a driver, that’s the best feeling ever, especially in the closing laps.”

 

“It’s so hard,” Lutz said. “You do this, and the end goal is to win races, and you put so much time and effort into all you do. All the money it takes. All the frustration, all the time. So when you do win, it’s that much more special. Especially when the field is so close. Everyone has the same car, same motor, same package, so when you do win, it’s just that much more special.”

 

Austin Beers finished second; Patrick Emerling placed third; Trevor Catalano came in fourth and Corey LaJoie completed the top five.




Pole: Justin Bonsignore



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ARCA

Brent Crews Secures Another Dominant Victory at the Springfield Mile

Brent Crews Secures Another Dominant Victory at the Springfield Mile

 

Almost exactly two years ago, Brent Crews picked up his maiden ARCA Menards Series checkered flag on the historic Springfield Mile at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Although he was 15 at the time, Crews showcased veteran composure that afternoon by leading 64 laps from the pole and winning by 20 seconds.

 

The final margin of victory for Crews in Sunday’s Allen Crowe 100 at Springfield was not quite as substantial, but the young prospect was just as efficient.

 

Once Crews overtook Brenden “Butterbean” Queen for the lead early, the driver of the No. 70 Nitro Motorsports Toyota was unstoppable as he picked up his third national ARCA Menards Series victory of 2025 and fourth overall on the platform.

 

“This is one of my favorite races on the schedule,” Crews said. “I won Springfield two years ago, and then I won at [the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds] last year, so I’ve had a lot of success on the dirt.

 

“We had an absolute hot rod today, and it was a blast to drive. I wish we were able to get some practice and qualifying in, but I felt like that kind of worked out to our advantage.”

 

Lavar Scott finished second; Kelly Kovski placed third; Brenden Queen came in fourth and Sean Corr completed the top five.




Pole: Brenden Queen



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Next Race: The ARCA Series West will return on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 4:00 pm PT for the ‘Portland 112’ at Portland International Raceway.

 

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Monday, August 4, 2025

Iowa Speedway #NASCAR / #ARCA Race Winners

Iowa Speedway #NASCAR / #ARCA Race Winners

William Byron (Cup); Sam Mayer (Xfinity); Brenden Queen (ARCA)

Iowa Speedway #NASCAR / #ARCA Race Winners - William Byron (Cup); Sam Mayer (Xfinity); Brenden Queen (ARCA)
Recap Graphic by Rolando Ramirez - RTR Graphics

 


NASCAR Cup

William Byron Stretches Fuel for Iowa Cup Series Win

William Byron Stretches Fuel for Iowa Cup Series Win

 

An extraordinary spate of cautions in Sunday’s Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol allowed William Byron to save an extraordinary amount of fuel, and that proved the difference in Byron’s second victory of the season and first since the Daytona 500.

 

With his first victory at the 0.875-mile short track and the 15th of his career, Byron regained the series lead by 18 points over teammate Chase Elliott, who finished 14th after pitting for fuel on Lap 283 of 350.

 

What enabled Byron to stretch his fuel to 144 laps was a series of seven quick cautions within 65 laps of the start of the final stage. All told, 12 cautions slowed the race for 72 laps.

 

“Man, how about that for some fuel mileage?” Byron asked rhetorically after climbing from his car. “We’ve had our fair share of things not go our way with fuel mileage, and just super thankful for (crew chief) Rudy (Fugle), all these guys, all the engineers, all the engineers back at the shop.

 

“Just this whole race team, we’ve been through a lot this year. It’s been a lot of growing pains. It’s been tough on us. But it feels really good today to get a win.”

 

Chase Briscoe finished second; Brad Keselowski placed third; Ryan Blaney came in fourth and Ryan Preece completed the top five.




Pole: Chase Briscoe



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Next Race: The Cup Series will return on Sunday, August 10, 2025 at 2:00 pm ET for the ‘Go Bowling at The Glen’ at Watkins Glen International.


NASCAR Xfinity

Sam Mayer Charges to 1st Xfinity Win of 2025

Sam Mayer Charges to 1st Xfinity Win of 2025

 

Sam Mayer took control of Saturday’s Hy-Vee Perks 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Iowa Speedway after a Lap 221 restart and maintained it the rest of the way to record the first victory for the Haas Factory team and the first in the series for Ford this season.

 

Mayer won at Iowa for the second straight year, having triumphed in a JR Motorsports Chevrolet last season.

 

“This one’s everything right here,” Mayer said of his eighth career win. “First win for Haas Factory Team — that’s awesome. This car was fast all day long. I tried to botch it on pit road, but we didn’t.

 

“I can’t believe it. This is one of the most special wins I have. These guys (Mayer’s team), they love me to death, I love them to death, and we’re just some good ol’ boys trying to go racing.”

 

Jesse Love finished second; Ross Chastain placed third; Connor Zilisch came in fourth and Harrison Burton completed the top five.




Pole: Jesse Love



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Next Race: The Xfinity Series will return on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 3:00 pm ET for the ‘Mission 200 at the Glen’ at Watkins Glen International.




NASCAR Trucks

The NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Trucks Did Not Race







Next Race: The Truck Series will return on Friday, August 8, 2025 at 5:00 pm ET for the ‘Mission 176 at the Glen’ at Watkins Glen International.




ARCA

Points-Leading ‘Butterbean’ Queen Races to 5th ARCA Victory of Year

Points-Leading ‘Butterbean’ Queen Races to 5th ARCA Victory of Year

 

The distance between Brenden Queen and Brent Crews in Friday night’s ARCA Menards Series Atlas 150 was .412 seconds.

 

The time between Crews and third-place finisher Lawless Alan was much more than that.

 

Queen and Crews dominated the latest ARCA race at Iowa Speedway and the man they call “Butterbean” held off a late charge from Crews to win his fifth race of the season.

 

“You have to be in it to win it, and all it takes is a lap car and you are back in it or out of it,” Queen said. “The older I get I just learn to not panic.”

 

“I thought the lap cars were going to get me again,” Queen said. “We’ve raced against each other hard, and we know how hard we can push each other. He’s super talented and we’re pushing each other to be better.

 

“With six to go, we went for the same spot and drove the wheels off it.”

 

Brent Crews finished second; Lawless Alan placed third; Isabella Robusto came in fourth and Lavar Scott completed the top five.




Pole: Brent Crews



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Next Race: The ARCA Menard Series will return on Friday, August 8, 2025 at 2:00 pm EST for the ‘General Tire 100 at the Glen at Watkins Glen International. 

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