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Joey Logano captures second win of the season at Richmond

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 3:49 AM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Joey Logano captures second win of the season at Richmond
Summary

Joey Logano earned his second victory of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season, winning the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway on August 15. Logano led 95 laps, including the final 25, to secure the win. This performance marks Logano's rise from 20th to ninth in the standings over the last six races. He aims to maintain this momentum as the Chase approaches with 12 races remaining this year.

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By the Numbers
  • •Logano won by holding off Chase Briscoe at Richmond.
  • •He has three top-five finishes in the last four races.
  • •Austin Dillon struggled, finishing 19th and eliminated from playoff contention.
  • •The next race is the Dollar Tree 301 at New Hampshire on Sunday.
Latest Updates
  • 3:49 AMRacer — Logano wins at Richmond as NASCAR Chase picture takes shape
  • 3:36 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR takeaways: Is Joey Logano a legit title contender after Richmond?
What they're saying
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Joey Logano issued a not too subtle reminder Saturday night that he is a three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and absolutely ready to position himself for yet another title run.Logano claimed his second win of the 2026 season – in fact, his second victory in the last four races –...

— Racerby Holly Cain, NASCAR Wire Service
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In the last six races, Joey Logano has jumped from 20th to ninth in the NASCAR Cup Series standings. The Chase is just a couple weeks away.

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