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Joey Logano and the No. 22 team won the Cook Out 400 at Richmond and passed post-race inspection, avoiding a trip to NASCAR’s R&D center; Logano held off Chase Briscoe late after a strategic move involving Christopher Bell, securing his second 2026 Cup win and keeping him in ninth in the standings as he pursues a fourth championship.
Weather has postponed the Black’s Tire 250 presented by BTS Rewards at Richmond Raceway. The NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race will now run at noon ET and air on FS2 as part of a day/night doubleheader that ends with the Cup Series Cook Out 400 on Saturday night. Parking lots and gates open at 10 a.m. for Truck Series fans, with Cup ticket holders allowed in at 2 p.m. Stands will be swept between races, and only a limited number of tickets remain for Saturday’s Cook Out 400.
Richmond Raceway will host the start of NASCAR’s 2027 championship weekend, with the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series (NOAPS) kicking off The Chase on Sept. 10, 2027, followed by the Cup Series Chase opener on Sept. 11, 2027; the full 2027 schedule, broadcast information and start times will be announced later, with 2026 weekend tickets still available for current events.
Austin Dillon broke a 37-race winless streak with his second consecutive win at Richmond Raceway, securing his spot in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs. The race also saw William Byron clinch the regular-season points championship, with Alex Bowman and Ryan Blaney finishing second and third respectively. Dillon's victory marked his sixth career win and first of the season, contributing to Richard Childress Racing's 118th win in NASCAR's top series.
Austin Dillon won at Richmond Raceway expressing gratitude and resilience, while other drivers like Alex Bowman, Ryan Blaney, and Joey Logano shared their race experiences, challenges, and reflections on the race's events and their performances.
Austin Dillon won the NASCAR Cup Series Cook Out 400 at Richmond, leading 107 laps to secure his sixth career victory and a spot in the 2025 Playoffs, marking a redemption after last year's disqualification. The race also saw William Byron clinch the Regular Season Championship, while other top contenders like Alex Bowman and Chase Elliott faced challenges. The series will continue at Daytona next week.
The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race at Richmond Raceway promises chaos and excitement, with Joe Gibbs Racing and drivers like Denny Hamlin, Christopher Bell, and Chase Briscoe favored to perform well. The race could significantly impact the playoff picture, especially with recent history suggesting unpredictable finishes and late cautions. Several drivers, including Alex Bowman and Austin Dillon, are also contenders to watch for potential surprises.
Jake Garcia secured the final spot in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series playoffs after a seventh-place finish at Richmond Raceway, narrowly surpassing Ben Rhodes, who struggled with strategy and pace. Other contenders like Gio Ruggerio fell short due to early setbacks and lack of speed, ending their playoff hopes. Garcia's consistent performance and strategic race management helped him clinch the last playoff spot in a competitive season finale.
Corey Heim won his seventh race of the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at Richmond Raceway, securing his place as the youngest driver in series history with 18 wins, and helped set the playoff field. The race featured intense competition, including a late incident involving Ty Majeski, and concluded with Heim holding off Majeski for the win. The series' playoffs will start at Darlington Raceway on August 30.
The 2025 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Playoffs field has been finalized with 10 drivers, led by Corey Heim who won the regular-season championship. The playoffs include race winners and drivers on points, with the postseason starting at Darlington Raceway on August 30.
Ryan Preece secured his second Busch Light Pole Award at Richmond Raceway, positioning himself well for the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race as he aims for a playoff spot with only two races remaining in the regular season. Kyle Busch led practice sessions, while other top qualifiers included Tyler Reddick, AJ Allmendinger, and Denny Hamlin. The race is crucial for drivers vying for playoff positions, with potential for new winners to impact the standings.
Ryan Preece won the pole position for the NASCAR Cup race at Richmond Raceway, starting ahead of Tyler Reddick and AJ Allmendinger, as he aims to improve his playoff standings with two races remaining in the season.
NASCAR is hosting a doubleheader race weekend at Richmond Raceway, featuring the Cup Series on Saturday and the Craftsman Truck Series on Friday, with detailed schedules, results, and links to follow the event.
Richmond Raceway hosts its only Cup race of the season on Saturday night, with the race starting at 7:35 p.m. ET on NBC Sports, featuring 39 cars and key playoff implications for drivers like Tyler Reddick, Alex Bowman, and Chris Buescher. The race is 400 laps on a 0.75-mile oval, with weather forecasted to be partly cloudy and 81°F at race time.
The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race at Richmond Raceway promises chaos and excitement, with Joe Gibbs Racing and drivers like Denny Hamlin, Christopher Bell, and Chase Briscoe favored to perform well. The race could significantly impact the playoff picture, especially with recent history suggesting close finishes and late cautions. Several drivers, including Alex Bowman and Ty Gibbs, are also contenders to watch for potential surprises.