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Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR champion, has been hospitalized with a severe illness according to his family; no further medical details were disclosed as of May 21, 2026.
Denny Hamlin won the NASCAR All-Star Race at Dover for a $1 million prize, but the win doesn’t count toward his official Cup Series victories; he jokes that it doesn’t count while noting the achievement still matters for his legacy and potential Hall of Fame discussions, as he remains highly competitive and contemplates retirement after next season.
Chase Elliott, Bubba Wallace and several other NASCAR drivers say the Dover All-Star weekend feels like a normal race rather than a distinct All-Star event as NASCAR’s formats blend into regular competition; they discuss potential future tweaks—from longer runs and different package ideas to fan-involved inversion concepts—highlighting the challenge of keeping the All-Star concept fresh amid evolving weekly racing.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series schedule features notable changes, including the All-Star Race at Dover and a race at Watkins Glen in May, which are unconventional choices that aim to optimize weather and fan engagement. The schedule adjustments reflect strategic decisions to enhance the series' appeal, despite limited options for certain tracks, and highlight NASCAR's focus on timing and location to boost attendance and excitement.
NASCAR announced its 2026 schedule, featuring the return of Chicagoland Speedway, a shift of the All-Star Race to Dover, new races at North Wilkesboro and San Diego, and a rotating season-ending Championship Weekend including Homestead-Miami, with changes to the playoff and in-season challenge formats.
Chase Elliott criticized NASCAR for fining Ricky Stenhouse Jr. $75,000 for punching Kyle Busch after the All-Star Race, while using the fight footage for promotion. The fine is the largest ever for fighting in NASCAR history. Stenhouse's father and two team members were also penalized for their roles in the altercation. Elliott and Joey Logano called for more consistency in NASCAR's rules and penalties. Both Stenhouse and Busch plan to race in the upcoming Coca-Cola 600.
NASCAR fined Ricky Stenhouse Jr. $75,000 and suspended two of his crew members and his father following a brawl with Kyle Busch after the All-Star Race. The altercation stemmed from an on-track incident where Busch's car bumped Stenhouse's, leading to a heated exchange and physical confrontation in the garage. NASCAR cited violations of the Member Code of Conduct for the penalties.
The NASCAR Cup Series will hold its longest race of the season, the Coca-Cola 600, at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Sunday. Kyle Larson won the non-points paying All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro last week, while Josh Berry won the All-Star Open earlier in the day to earn a spot in the main race. The 600-mile race will have four stages instead of the usual three stages with two end-of-stage cautions. The entry list includes top drivers such as Kevin Harvick, Kyle Busch, and Joey Logano.
The Coca-Cola 600 weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway includes the ARCA, Craftsman Truck, and Xfinity Series, with Sunday's race featuring a salute to military members. Hendrick Motorsports has been performing well despite penalties and missed races, with Chevy rebounding and earning eight wins in the first 13 races of 2023. Xfinity has been named a founding partner of NASCAR's inaugural Chicago Street Race weekend, and NASCAR is investigating a derogatory message broadcast on Bubba Wallace's race team radio channel during the All-Star Race. The first night-time Winston All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway in 1992 was a landmark moment for NASCAR, with a classic finish and a successful lighting system.
During the All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway, someone hacked into Bubba Wallace's communication radio and sent a derogatory message telling him to "go back to where you came from" and that he was "not wanted in NASCAR." Wallace, the only full-time Black driver in NASCAR's Cup series, did not hear the comments. NASCAR is investigating the incident. Wallace previously tweeted about being the only Black driver in the sport and embracing his journey.
Kyle Larson won his third career NASCAR All-Star feature race despite starting from a bottom-third position and receiving a pit road speeding penalty. Larson steadily made up ground and took the lead by lap 55, winning the race off pit road cleanly at the midway competition yellow and never looking back. Bubba Wallace and Tyler Reddick finished second and third, respectively. The All-Star Race format includes Cup Series regulars who have won a race in 2022 or 2023, won a previous All-Star Race, or won a Cup Series championship. The remaining three spots in the 24-car field will be determined by the top two finishers of the 100-lap All-Star Open and a fan vote.
Josh Berry won the NASCAR All-Star Open race, and along with Ty Gibbs and Noah Gragson, advanced to the All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway. Kyle Larson dominated the All-Star Race, leading more than 70% of the 200-lap race and winning by 4.5 seconds. Despite the lack of excitement in the finish, drivers and fans celebrated the return of NASCAR to the historic track. The future of North Wilkesboro Speedway is uncertain, but there is sentiment for it to return as a points race or as the Easter night race in 2024.
The 2023 NASCAR All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway is underway, with real-time updates including race introductions, fan vote winner, and drivers advancing to the All-Star Race. The race is 200 laps, with the winner receiving $1 million. Benny Parsons' wife, Terri Parsons, played a key role in helping to reopen the speedway. Fans are invited to share their old photos from North Wilkesboro Speedway and NASCAR All-Star Race Weekend photos.
The 2023 NASCAR All-Star Race will take place at North Wilkesboro Speedway, with Kyle Larson as the favorite to win. However, SportsLine's NASCAR prediction model is high on Denny Hamlin, who is an 11-1 longshot in the latest odds. Joey Logano, one of the favorites, is predicted to stumble and barely crack the top 10. The model is also targeting two other drivers with odds of 10-1 or longer to make a serious run at the checkered flag.
Kevin Harvick will not be driving the No. 4 Ford during Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway. Instead, he will be driving the No. 29 car, which he used for the majority of his career, in his final All-Star Race. This will be the first time the 60-time race winner and 2014 champion has driven the No. 29 Ford. The race is set to be broadcast live on Fox Sports 1 from North Wilkesboro Speedway beginning at 8:00 p.m. ET.