NASCAR changes Cup Series practice format to single session
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 12:12 AM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
NASCAR will implement a new practice format for the Cup Series beginning next weekend at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. The current divided-group format will be replaced by a single 50-minute practice session for all teams, aimed at providing more track time for evaluation before races. This decision follows discussions with teams and is seen as beneficial for assessing vehicle handling and tire wear. The new format will be effective for the remaining races of the season, excluding designated superspeedway events and extended-practice weekends. Teams will have an additional set of practice tires for these sessions, which do not include a mandated break.
- •New 50-minute practice session starts next weekend in New Hampshire.
- •Teams previously split into groups will now practice together.
- •Adjustment based on feedback from teams and NASCAR discussions.
- •Superspeedway events retain their existing practice formats.
- 12:12 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR Makes Major Cup Series Practice Change Beginning Next Weekend
"NASCAR has announced a major change to Cup Series practice beginning next weekend, replacing the divided-group format with a single 50-minute session.
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