All articles tagged with #road course
Shane van Gisbergen is the favorite at COTA’s DuraMAX 400 thanks to elite road-course metrics, with polesitter Tyler Reddick and defending COTA winner Christopher Bell also strong; the 95-lap race on the 2.4-mile road course features practice insights, stage breaks at 20 and 45, and heavy braking that will test pace and strategy, including SVG’s solid 2026 road-course form despite starting 13th.
Layne Riggs held off Ty Majeski and Ben Rhodes on the streets of downtown St. Petersburg to win the inaugural NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series street-course race, his sixth career victory, after a late fuel scare and leading a race-high 41 laps.
Shane van Gisbergen won his fourth consecutive NASCAR Cup Series road-course race at Watkins Glen, dominating the event and extending his streak to four wins this season on road courses. Christopher Bell finished second, with Chris Buescher third, as Kyle Larson faced early issues and finished last. The next race is at Richmond Raceway, with the playoffs approaching.
NASCAR's tripleheader race weekend at Watkins Glen International features the Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and Craftsman Truck Series, with races scheduled from Friday to Sunday, including qualifying, practice, and race results, all accessible through the official links and schedules.
NASCAR's tripleheader race weekend at Watkins Glen features the Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and Craftsman Truck Series, with races scheduled from Friday to Sunday, including practice, qualifying, and race results, all accessible through dedicated links and broadcasts on various networks.
Shane van Gisbergen won his third consecutive NASCAR Cup Series road course race at Sonoma, tying the season's win record with top drivers like Larson and Hamlin, despite struggling on ovals and being unlikely to make the playoffs. His dominance on road courses highlights his exceptional skill in that discipline, even if his overall season performance remains modest.
The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma features a mix of good and bad news for various teams and drivers, with notable highlights including Shane van Gisbergen's pursuit of a third consecutive road course victory, Tyler Reddick's milestone 200th start, and Kyle Busch's strong performance on road courses. Challenges include recent poor finishes for drivers like Bubba Wallace and William Byron, and teams like Hendrick Motorsports and Trackhouse Racing facing struggles in lap leadership and consistency. The race promises to be competitive with several drivers aiming for crucial points and potential playoff implications.
The 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series is set for a race at Sonoma Raceway with a detailed entry list featuring notable drivers like Shane van Gisbergen and Riley Herbst, highlighting a back-to-back road course event in wine country.
The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series is set for its race at Sonoma Raceway, featuring eight drivers competing in the In-Season Challenge, with notable entries including Shane van Gisbergen aiming for his third road-course win and Katherine Legge returning to the No. 78 Chevrolet.
Shane van Gisbergen, the dominant driver on the Chicago Street Course, is favored to win again after securing pole position, with recent strong performances and momentum. The race features a challenging, slick street circuit with unpredictable weather, making track position crucial. Notable contenders include Michael McDowell, and the race is set for Sunday at 2 p.m. ET, broadcast on TNT Sports/truTV and other platforms.
The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series is debuting at Lime Rock Park, a scenic and challenging 1.478-mile road course in Connecticut, marking its first visit to the track and the first NASCAR national series race there since 1970. The race, scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.m. ET, features a unique, short, undulating layout with seven turns, and adds an element of unpredictability to the playoff picture with only four races remaining before the postseason. The event also introduces six drivers making their first Truck Series start, all with notable road-course experience, and highlights the track's revitalization and rich racing history.
The article provides a detailed preview of the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez Viva Mexico 250 NASCAR race, highlighting key drivers like Shane van Gisbergen, Ross Chastain, and Chase Elliott, their recent performances, and potential race outcomes amid weather challenges and high-elevation factors.
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Mexico City for its first international points race since 1958, with drivers like Daniel Suárez aiming for a playoff boost, while others like Alex Bowman face pressure to secure their spot in the postseason.
After a tense road race at COTA, NASCAR saw pit-road confrontations, expletives, and a notable performance by Bubba Wallace. Kyle Busch and Christopher Bell's clash took center stage, with Bell narrowly missing out on victory. Meanwhile, Chase Elliott expressed frustration with NASCAR and its penalties. The article also includes fan feedback on the recent Bristol race and a lighthearted mailbag segment.
IndyCar teams are gearing up for an open test at The Thermal Club's road course, with ample track time and seven sets of tires available for nine hours of testing. Chip Ganassi Racing plans to utilize the time differently for its experienced and rookie drivers, focusing on refining setups and making bigger changes for less experienced drivers. The upcoming $1 Million Challenge race at Thermal will require teams to perfect their cars specifically for this track, with the potential to apply some learnings to other circuits on the calendar.