Jimmie Johnson joins TNT Sports as NASCAR analyst starting in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 6:10 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Jimmie Johnson will serve as a NASCAR analyst for TNT Sports during select races in the 2026 Cup Series season. His appearances include coverage from Sonoma Raceway on June 28, North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19, and Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 26. Johnson, a seven-time Cup Series champion, brings experience from his previous work with NBC Sports. He expressed enthusiasm about sharing his passion for NASCAR from a new perspective alongside other NASCAR legends.
- •Johnson joins TNT Sports as a NASCAR analyst for select races in 2026.
- •He will appear at Sonoma, North Wilkesboro, and Indianapolis.
- •Johnson has a history with NBC Sports before joining TNT.
- •He expressed excitement about contributing to NASCAR coverage.
- 6:10 AMYahoo Sports — Jimmie Johnson joins TNT Sports as NASCAR analyst in 2026
"Jimmie Johnson is joining TNT Sports as a NASCAR analyst in select races during the 2026 Cup Series season.
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