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Drivers are scrambling for spots in NASCAR’s Chase as the end of the regular season nears

NEWTON, Iowa (AP) — Erik Jones knew the reality of his situation heading into the NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway.

By John Bohnenkamp August 10, 2026

A crew member leaps in front of Ty Gibbs' car during a pit stop in a NASCAR Cup Series auto race, Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026, at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Ty Gibbs holds on at Iowa Speedway for second Cup Series career win

NEWTON, Iowa — Ty Gibbs didn't question his crew chief's final pit call Sunday at Iowa Speedway.

By John Bohnenkamp August 9, 2026

Ty Gibbs does a burnout in the Joe Gibbs Racing No. 54 Toyota after winning Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

William Byron hoping for more success at Iowa Speedway

NEWTON, Iowa — NASCAR driver William Byron said there can be a good feeling when he returns to a track where he has won…

By John Bohnenkamp August 8, 2026

Hendrick Motorsports driver William Byron is in a 22-race drought since his most recent NASCAR Cup Series victory heading into Sunday's event at Iowa Speedway, where he was the winner a year ago. (AP Photo/Matt Kelley)

NASCAR makes notable change to stage breaks for Cup Series races

NASCAR will implement a new stage-break procedure for its Cup Series races, beginning this weekend at Iowa Speedway.

By The Associated Press August 6, 2026

The field drives through the first turn during Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Brickyard 400. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

IndyCar’s new ride gets rave reviews from Alex Palou, Alexander Rossi

INDIANAPOLIS — Alex Palou and Alexander Rossi were sold on the IndyCar Series' new ride at first glance.

By Michael Marot August 2, 2026

Three-time reigning IndyCar Series champion Alex Palou drives into a pit lane at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Sunday during testing for the car that will debut on the American open-wheel circuit in 2028. (AP Photo/Mike Marot)

Cup Series has rare weekend off before final drive to make the Chase

INDIANAPOLIS — Denny Hamlin had another bittersweet moment at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Sunday.

By Michael Marot July 29, 2026

Joe Gibbs Racing driver Denny Hamlin, left, speaks with a crew member before a NASCAR Cup Series race on July 12 at EchoPark Speedway in Hampton, Ga. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

IndyCar will soon begin testing new car set to debut in 2028 season

IndyCar officials have released the renderings of the American open-wheel series' new car and announced the first tests for the IR-28 chassis will be held this week.

By The Associated Press July 29, 2026

Chip Ganassi Racing driver Alex Palou (10) leads the field into the first turn at Indianapolis Motor Speedway during the Indy 500 on May 24. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Formula 1 staying flexible on schedule for races in Middle East

Formula 1's president said the current season could end in Europe if the war in the Middle East affects races planned for Qatar and Abu Dhabi.

By The Associated Press July 29, 2026

McLaren driver Lando Norris, left, leads the field after the start of Formula 1's Hungarian Grand Prix this past Sunday. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic)

Alex Bowman wants another chance to close out career in style before pursuing goals beyond racing

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Alex Bowman considered walking away from NASCAR after this season. A series of discouraging results convinced him to give racing one…

By By Michael Marot July 24, 2026

FILE - Alex Bowman during a NASCAR Cup Series auto race event at Sonoma Raceway, Sunday, June 28, 2026, in Sonoma, Calif. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu,File)

Logano hopes win at North Wilkesboro propels him back into hunt for fourth Cup Series championship

NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. (AP) — It was always in the back of Joey Logano's mind: the streak.

By Steve Reed July 20, 2026

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