Duel 1 at DAYTONA - February 13, 2026

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R. Blaney

R. Blaney

2nd

+0.2409pts

J. Logano

J. Logano

1st

1:01:25.63710pts

A. Dillon

A. Dillon

3rd

+0.6108pts

What's Buzzing

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Which driver takes the top spot ahead of The Chase? https://t.co/gEfM8L44yF

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Darlington green flags Sat-OReilly-CW: 7:42p ET Sun-Cup-USA: 5:10p ET

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Darlington ET Sat 1:30-CW App-OReilly p&q 4-TruTv-Cup p&q 6:30-CW-Prerace 7:30-CW-OReilly 45-45-57 NWS: Temps 90s (80s night), 50% rain Sun 4:30-USA-Prerace 5-USA-Cup-115-115-137 NWS: 90s (80s night), 40%

Graham Bensinger

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Richard Petty pulled up for dates in a loud ’56 Dodge with no passenger seat. His future wife rode on a wheel with a cushion on top, and somehow, she kept saying yes.

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NEWS: John Hunter Nemechek won't return to Legacy Motor Club in 2027, sources tell @TheAthletic. Josh Berry is considered the leading candidate to replace Nemechek. https://t.co/ERpDlPKEOr

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The track @TooToughToTame is no stranger to great finishes. This one may be at the top of the list.

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Shane van Gisbergen at peace with season; missing The Chase At the same time, the three-time Supercars champion has homework this fall

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Carson Hocevar defends himself after Daytona disappointmentCarson Hocevar went for the win at Daytona, and even though it didn't work out, he says he wouldn't change a thing.

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Ryan Blaney furious after getting turned by Ricky Stenhouse Jr. at Daytona: 'What the f***'Ryan Blaney didn't get the finish he deserved at Daytona, and was clearly unhappy with how things went down.

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Joey Logano got busted using a fake birth certificate to race at 10 years old for the dumbest reasonJoey Logano was a racer ahead of his time... quite literally.

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Ryan Preece didn't hear no bell; breaks through at DaytonaPreece Lightning's first win comes in the same way he's lived his whole life

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Chase Elliott says postseason seeding 'irrelevant' if you don't performChase Elliott had another tough finish on Saturday at Daytona, but all that matters now is the next 10 races.

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Shane van Gisbergen reacts to missing the Chase, despite first stage win on an ovalAs Preece collected a mountain of points with his first career NASCAR Cup win, Shane van Gisbergen was knocked out of the 2026 Chase field

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Carson Hocevar surprised after losing control in late-race Daytona crashIt was another tough finish for Carson Hocevar at the Coke Zero Sugar 400 on Saturday.

Coke Zero Sugar 400 Highlights

The most exciting moments from Coke Zero Sugar 400

Zane Smith Wrecks Out

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Final Lead Change of Coke Zero Sugar 400

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Carson Hocevar Wrecks Out

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Caution Flies on Lap 95

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Final Lead Change of Coke Zero Sugar 400

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Kyle Larson Wrecks Out

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Coke Zero Sugar 400 Gets Underway🚦

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Ryan Blaney's crew chief addresses mistakes on pit road as Chase approaches fastRyan Blaney was able to overcome a mistake on pit road to win in New Hampshire, but with the Chase a week away, there's no more room for error.

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Ross Chastain shows how fast a Chevrolet Corvette pace car can go at BristolThis looks like an absolute blast.

'Days of Thunder' Sequel Coming ⚡️

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'Days of Thunder' Sequel Coming ⚡️Tom Cruise announces release date of movie with Anne Hathaway 📸

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Shane van Gisbergen vs Ryan Preece: What Daytona stats say about final Chase battleWhile luck plays a big role in these unpredictable Daytona races, here's a closer look at how SVG and Preece compare as they battle it out for the 16th and final spot inside the Chase

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Trackhouse changes nearly every Shane van Gisbergen pit crew memberSVG will have essentially an all-new pit crew for the critical Chase cut-off race at Daytona this weekend

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Judge issues mixed rulings after Gibbs, Gabehart, Spire hearingA trial is set to begin on February 1 for everything on the merits

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Tyler Reddick reveals sleep apnea diagnosisThe 23XI Racing NASCAR Cup star opens up on his struggles with sleep apnea, and announces a new partnership with Resmed to help others also suffering from the sleep disorder

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William Byron crew chief details dislodged wheel incidentUpon further review, it was a fluke incident that happens occasionally

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New Hampshire win was vintage Ryan Blaney in every wayThis is the Penske No. 12 team's combined superpower

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Josh Berry is racing for his future, and admits he was 'rougher than normal'Berry now has four consecutive top ten finishes this summer in a feat the Wood Brothers haven't seen in over three decades

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Christopher Bell explains what he saw after scary moment with tire changerChristopher Bell had another strong finish in New Hampshire, but needed to overcome a tense moment on pit road to secure it.

Dollar Tree 301 Highlights

The most exciting moments from Dollar Tree 301

Byron's Wheel Flies Off 😱

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Connor Zilisch Crashes on Lap 84

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Jeff Gordon Wins Street Race🚗

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Jeff Gordon Wins Street Race🚗NASCAR HOFer turns back the clock at International Race of Champions 🎥

Dollar Tree 301 - Qualifying (Impound) Highlights

The most exciting moments from Dollar Tree 301 - Qualifying (Impound)

Dollar Tree 301 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Dollar Tree 301 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Dollar Tree 301 - Practice (Impound) Highlights

The most exciting moments from Dollar Tree 301 - Practice (Impound)

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Samantha Busch full speech from emotional Kyle Busch Invitational Ahead of the Kyle Busch Invitational at Bowman Gray Stadium, Samantha Busch stood beside her son Brexton and offered some heartfelt words on the grid

Kurt Busch Remembers Kyle 💔

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Kurt Busch Remembers Kyle 💔NASCAR HOFer shares his account of final moments with brother 🎥

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Ryan Preece's memories of terrifying Daytona crashes are straight out of a movieRyan Preece made it out of one of the scariest crashes in recent NASCAR memory.

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Dale Jr. defends Cleetus McFarland's Super Late Model run: 'Yeah he wrecked, so f***ing what?'The only way to improve as a race car driver is to be out there driving race cars.

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Regarding Hendrick, Kyle Larson, Connor Zilisch and the Charlotte-Indianapolis double Larson's Knoxville, Richmond 'double' doesn't make Indianapolis any more likely

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Connor Zilisch doesn't mean Hendrick still isn't big on Corey DayAt 20-years-old and one year into pavement racing, there is time

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Chase Briscoe swears he didn’t mean to wreck Denny Hamlin, even if no one believes himChase Briscoe shared an pretty tense moment with Denny Hamlin on the track years before the two became teammates.

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Man charged with burglarizing Greg Biffle's home after fatal plane crash, investigation ongoingAuthorities have charged one man for burglarizing the Biffle home, but note that the investigation is ongoing and they are 'fairly confident' other individuals will be charged

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Connor Zilisch couldn’t say ‘no’ to a Cup ride at Hendrick Motorsports However, there's still development to come with Trackhouse through 2027

Breaking News

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Breaking NewsGeorgia man charged with burglarizing NASCAR driver Greg Biffle's home after plane crash (AP)

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Kyle Larson's Knoxville Nationals win brings Cup momentum too The victory was a point of pride for everyone at Hendrick

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Ty Gibbs, Joe Gibbs Racing won't be required to change No. 54Despite Joe Gibbs' ties to the Washington Commanders, the use of the No. 54 is permitted, even though it includes a 5.

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Denny Hamlin breaks down pit struggles that cost No. 11 teamA broken jack stop made things tough for Denny Hamlin's pit crew on Saturday.

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Christopher Bell says finish was 'better than we deserved' after Richmond gambleChristopher Bell went all-in on an alternate strategy, and it did not work out.

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Austin Cindric: Richmond was the 'kick in the ass' we neededAustin Cindric and all of Team Penske is feeling good after an impressive showing in Richmond

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Chase Briscoe 'frustrated' after second-place finish at Richmond Chase Briscoe led for 171 of 400 laps at Richmond Raceway, but couldn't pass Joey Logano for the win.

Cook Out 400 Highlights

The most exciting moments from Cook Out 400

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Richmond Raceway honors Denny Hamlin and family with touching tributeDenny Hamlin's family will never have to worry about finding their seats at Richmond Raceway.

Cook Out 400 Gets Underway🚦

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Cook Out 400 - Qualifying (Impound) Highlights

The most exciting moments from Cook Out 400 - Qualifying (Impound)

Cook Out 400 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Cook Out 400 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Cook Out 400 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Cook Out 400 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Cook Out 400 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Cook Out 400 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Cook Out 400 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Cook Out 400 - Qualifying (Impound) Gets Underway🚦

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Noah Gragson confirms contract extension with Front Row MotorsportsFRM announced plans to extend Gragson's contract through the 2027 season

Cook Out 400 - Practice Highlights

The most exciting moments from Cook Out 400 - Practice

Cook Out 400 - Practice Gets Underway🚦

08/14/2026

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This weekend in racing and where to watch it all: August 14-16This helpful guide will let you know which major racing series are competing this weekend, and where you can watch it from around the world

Ty Gibbs to Honor Kyle Busch

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Ty Gibbs to Honor Kyle BuschBusch's iconic M&M paint scheme will be on Gibbs' No. 54 car at Bristol 📲

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. wants more drivers hosting podcastsWhat better way for NASCAR fans to better know the personalities of their favorite drivers than by listening to their podcast?

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Kyle Petty explains what impressed him most about Ty Gibbs’s winTy Gibbs is heating up at just the right time.

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All-too familiar refrain creeping back in for Chase Elliott, after early teaseThose two wins feel like a long time ago.

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North Wilkesboro to host 2027 All-Star Race, losing points race as Dover returnsNASCAR is shifting the All-Star Race back to North Wilkesboro as Dover regains a points race for the 2027 season

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Kyle Petty on Hendrick Motorsports' tough year: ‘There’s no magic bullet’Can Hendrick Motorsports turn things around with the start of the Chase just weeks away?

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Ryan Timms calls out Kyle Larson after Osky ChallengeKyle Larson won the Osky Challenge for a third straight year after a controversial late pass on Ryan Timms.

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A golden opportunity has suddenly presented itself for Ross ChastainThe Trackhouse Racing driver has quietly put himself in contention for a Chase spot.

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Denny Hamlin is no longer who Tyler Reddick needs to worry aboutForget the 129-point collapse at this point. There are bigger things to worry about for Tyler Reddick.

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What was the deal with Denny Hamlin and Chase Briscoe's Iowa brakes?Joe Gibbs Racing certainly learned something for The Chase

Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol Highlights

The most exciting moments from Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol

Yellow Flag on Lap 148

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Shane Van Gisbergen Wrecks Out

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