Brent Crews pursues Chase spot after missing races in NASCAR season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 8:45 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Brent Crews is engaged in a tight race for a Chase spot in the 2026 NASCAR O'Reilly Series, currently sitting 13th in the standings. He trails William Sawalich by just five points, despite missing four races earlier this season due to age restrictions. Crews has shown competitive form, finishing second in two consecutive races prior to an incident in San Diego that ended his run. The Joe Gibbs Racing driver aims to secure his first career victory, which could strengthen his bid for one of the playoff positions. His next opportunity comes soon as the season progresses.
- •Brent Crews is 13th in standings, five points behind William Sawalich.
- •He missed four races earlier this season due to age restrictions.
- •Crews finished second in the last two races before San Diego.
- •A recent wreck in San Diego interrupted his strong performance.
- •He aims for his first NASCAR victory to improve Chase chances.
- 7:50 AMYahoo Sports — Brent Crews' strong day at Sonoma puts him above Chase bubble in 2026
- 8:45 PMYahoo Sports — Brent Crews fighting for Chase spot after missing four races in 2026
"Brent Crews' strong day in the NASCAR O'Reilly Series race at Sonoma Raceway puts him above the Chase bubble in 2026.
"Brent Crews is fighting for a Chase spot after missing four races during the 2026 NASCAR O'Reilly Series season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 28, 2026, 7:50 AMBrent Crews' strong day at Sonoma puts him above Chase bubble in 2026
Brent Crews' strong day in the NASCAR O'Reilly Series race at Sonoma Raceway puts him above the Chase bubble in 2026.
- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 8:45 PMBrent Crews fighting for Chase spot after missing four races in 2026
Brent Crews is fighting for a Chase spot after missing four races during the 2026 NASCAR O'Reilly Series season.
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