DAYTONA 500 - February 15, 2026

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R. Stenhouse

R. Stenhouse

2nd

+0.30835pts

T. Reddick

T. Reddick

1st

3:23:55.75058pts

J. Logano

J. Logano

3rd

+0.44136pts

Highlights

Caution Flies on Lap 191

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Caution Called on Lap 124

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Caution on Lap 84

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Caution on Lap 65

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What's Buzzing

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Ryan Blaney reflected on his brawl with Carson Hocevar: "I ate a two piece, and got tagged pretty good." https://t.co/RX8nTa7F8F

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Sorry to today’s Pardon My Take.

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Ryan Blaney says he went over to have a conversation. It didn’t stay that way for long. Don’t miss this week’s Actions Detrimental, out now! Spotify: https://t.co/sL61p5r387 Apple: https://t.co/xzyBreq7kN YouTube: https://t.co/htmvEitRtz @Blaney | @dennyhamlin

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This paint scheme at that race track. A fitting salute to Kyle.

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Ryan Blaney appeared on Denny Hamlin's Actions Detrimental podcast on Monday to discuss his post-race altercation with Carson Hocevar at Bristol. https://t.co/CgjpPKf0sG

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Dawson Sutton skipping Kansas to race in Pensacola

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Snowball Derby season starts now! 👊 @dawsonsutton_ is back in a Super Late Model this Saturday night in Pensacola, before returning to the #26 @NASCAR_Trucks at @CLTMotorSpdwy!

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Ryan Blaney regrets his actions, admits "I got my ass kicked" in Hocevar fightRyan Blaney sat down with Denny Hamlin on his podcast, Actions Detrimental, breaking down his Bristol clash with Carson Hocevar and his thoughts on it all

Blaney, Hocevar React to Wild Fight

Bleacher Report•1d

Blaney, Hocevar React to Wild FightRacers explain what happened after crash

NASCAR Crash Leads to Fight 🥊

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NASCAR Crash Leads to Fight 🥊Multiple punches landed at Bristol Motor Speedway

NASCAR Playoff Standings 🏁

Bleacher Report•2d

NASCAR Playoff Standings 🏁Joey Logano stormed past a trio of cars with eight laps to go to claim a spot in Victory Lane

Bass Pro Shops Night Race Highlights

The most exciting moments from Bass Pro Shops Night Race

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Carson Hocevar punches Ryan Blaney after late Bristol NASCAR clashAfter getting wrecked out of Saturday's NASCAR Cup race, Blaney confronted Hocevar on pit road where punches were thrown in a wild clash

William Byron's Race Ends on Lap 442

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Cody Ware's Race Ends on Lap 248

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Bass Pro Shops Night Race Gets Underway🚦

09/19/2026

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Sheldon Creed keeps capitalizing on Justin Allgaier, Carson Kvapil shortcomingsThe Haas Factory Team 00 is executing a flawless Chase so far

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Spire calls out Joe Gibbs Racing in fiery new statementSpire boss Jeff Dickerson asserted that the organization 'will not be bullied by Joe Gibbs Racing'

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Joe Gibbs Racing motions to issue sanctions against Spire, Chris GabehartIt also wants Judge Rodriguez to find the defendants in contempt of court

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Legacy Motor Club makes crew chief change, effective immediatelyThe No. 42 NASCAR Cup team will now be led by Chais Elaison, promoted from within Legacy Motor Club

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Gateway was a race of opportunity for drivers with several posting season-best resultsWhen a chaotic race like the 'Enjoy Illinois 300' occurs, there are always a handful of drivers taking advantage of the chance to punch up the running order

NASCAR Swear Jar Rankings 🤬

Bleacher Report•6d

NASCAR Swear Jar Rankings 🤬An update on wild fan competition 📲

beyondtheflag.com•6d

Kyle Larson has finally broken through, and that's a dangerous sight for everyoneThe sleeping giant has awoken.

Sophie x MJ at NASCAR 🔥

Bleacher Report•1w

Sophie x MJ at NASCAR 🔥Cunningham meets Jordan at race in Illinois 📸

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Brad Keselowski joins exclusive group with special career milestoneAt Gateway, Keselowski became just the 24th driver in NASCAR Cup Series history to lead 10,000 laps

beyondtheflag.com•1w

Hendrick Motorsports news leaves one driver without a long-term dealCorey Day is now locked in long-term with Hendrick Motorsports after signing a new contract.

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Emotional Alex Bowman remembers his dog Finn after runner-up finish: 'I lost my best friend'Alex Bowman's beloved dog Finn passed away before the start of the race weekend.

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Joey Logano explains why Kyle Larson beat him in the end at GatewayJoey Logano was in position to win, but didn't have enough to survive the many restarts on Sunday.

Enjoy Illinois 300 Highlights

The most exciting moments from Enjoy Illinois 300

Kyle Larson Celebrates Enjoy Illinois 300 Win

09/13/2026

NASCAR Playoffs Bracket 🏁

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NASCAR Playoffs Bracket 🏁Kyle Larson broke a winning drought of 51 races at World Wide Technology Raceway

Yellow Flag on Lap 240

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Caution Called on Lap 238

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Caution on Lap 230

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Yellow Flag on Lap 227

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Caution Flies on Lap 223

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Ryan Blaney Wipes Out on Lap 154

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Bubba Wallace Wipes Out on Lap 141

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Yellow Flag on Lap 131

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Caution Called on Lap 56

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Shane Van Gisbergen's Race Ends on Lap 19

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Yellow Flag on Lap 5

09/13/2026

Viral Sophie Football Kick 💀

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Viral Sophie Football Kick 💀Cunningham's skills on full display before NASCAR race 🎥

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Dale Jr.'s defense of Carson Hocevar left his co-hosts stunnedCarson Hocevar has gotten plenty of criticism over the past week, but Dale Earnhardt Jr. doesn't mind the fire.

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RFK's playoff drivers could be collected in Keselowski, Spire feud All involved had something to say after the Southern 500 last week

Enjoy Illinois 300 - Qualifying (Impound) Highlights

The most exciting moments from Enjoy Illinois 300 - Qualifying (Impound)

Enjoy Illinois 300 - Practice (Impound) Highlights

The most exciting moments from Enjoy Illinois 300 - Practice (Impound)

Enjoy Illinois 300 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Enjoy Illinois 300 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Enjoy Illinois 300 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Enjoy Illinois 300 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Enjoy Illinois 300 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Enjoy Illinois 300 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Enjoy Illinois 300 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Enjoy Illinois 300 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Enjoy Illinois 300 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Enjoy Illinois 300 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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"Bring it" -- Calculated Brad Keselowski is still frustrated with Carson Hocevar 'At some point, you have to touch a hot stove and learn.'

Enjoy Illinois 300 - Practice (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Enjoy Illinois 300 - Practice (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Enjoy Illinois 300 - Practice (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Enjoy Illinois 300 - Practice (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Hendrick Motorsports details 'The Corey Day Plan' The 20-year-old will make some Cup stars at Spire next year

Sports World's 9/11 Tribute 🇺🇸

Bleacher Report•1w

Sports World's 9/11 Tribute 🇺🇸CFB, NFL, NBA and more commemorate 25th anniversary of September 11 with social media posts 📲

Ranking Weirdest Sports Injuries Ever 🤕

Bleacher Report•6d

Ranking Weirdest Sports Injuries Ever 🤕An escaped moose, arachnophobia and more wild athlete setbacks📲

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Carson Hocevar basically has a very unique, polarizing honor codeSay what you will about him, but he never complains about how he gets raced

beyondtheflag.com•1w

Brad Keselowski's Carson Hocevar dispute comes with full-circle twist of ironyHow quickly we forget.

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Christopher Bell was in rare comedic form after winning the Southern 500 This is the biggest win of his career and came at the perfect time in the season

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Ty Gibbs calls out 'squirrelly' metric used to determine starting lineup at DarlingtonTy Gibbs came up just short at Darlington, and thinks that he could have won the race if not for how his day began.

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William Byron confounded by engine blowout that led to DNF at DarlingtonWhat could have been a promising day for William Byron turned into a disaster for his championship aspirations.

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Denny Hamlin reacts to Michael McDowell run-in that derailed his dayDenny Hamlin's 18th-place finish at Darlington was not how he was hoping to start out the Chase.

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Furious Brad Keselowski warns Carson Hocevar: "His day's coming and it's coming hard"Hocevar was dismissive of the incident, while Keselowski's stark warning seems to promise that payback is coming

Cook Out Southern 500 Highlights

The most exciting moments from Cook Out Southern 500

NASCAR Playoffs Outlook 🏁

Bleacher Report•2w

NASCAR Playoffs Outlook 🏁Point standings after Darlington Round of 16 📲

William Byron Wrecks Out

09/06/2026