Christopher Bell intends to race at Sonoma despite injury recovery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Christopher Bell aims to compete in the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway, scheduled for this weekend. Bell, recovering from a wrist injury sustained at Michigan International Speedway, previously exited his vehicle during the race in San Diego. Although Brent Crews served as a replacement, Bell is optimistic about completing the full race at Sonoma. The No. 20 car displayed strong long-run performance but faced challenges with short-run speed in San Diego. Sonoma's layout is expected to be less demanding, providing Bell a better opportunity to regain his racing momentum.
- •Bell broke his wrist at Michigan International Speedway.
- •He exited the race in San Diego after the first caution.
- •Brent Crews replaced Bell in San Diego as a relief driver.
- •The No. 20 car showed speed but struggled on short runs.
- •Bell prepares for a less challenging course at Sonoma.
- 9:20 AMYahoo Sports — Christopher Bell qualifies 14th with broken wrist at Sonoma in 2026
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Christopher Bell's injury status for Sonoma gets a big update in 2026
"Christopher Bell has qualified in 14th place with a broken wrist for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway in 2026.
"Christopher Bell's injury status for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway in 2026 has received a big update.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 28, 2026, 9:20 AMChristopher Bell qualifies 14th with broken wrist at Sonoma in 2026
Christopher Bell has qualified in 14th place with a broken wrist for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway in 2026.
- Yahoo SportsJun 28, 2026, 6:00 AMChristopher Bell's injury status for Sonoma gets a big update in 2026
Christopher Bell's injury status for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway in 2026 has received a big update.
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