NASCAR Chase set for tight finish with four races remaining
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 12:14 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
The NASCAR Cup Series has four races left to determine the final 16 drivers for the upcoming Chase, marking a change from the previous win-and-you're-in format. Carson Hocevar leads surprises as he ranks fifth after his first career win, while three of Hendrick Motorsports’ drivers are also positioned well. Conversely, Ross Chastain and Erik Jones find themselves outside the cutoff line, facing the challenge of strong performances in the remaining events. The next races at Iowa, Richmond, New Hampshire, and Daytona will be critical as drivers aim to secure their postseason spots.
- •Four races left until NASCAR Cup Series Chase begins.
- •Carson Hocevar ranks fifth after first career win at Talladega.
- •Chase Elliott is the only Hendrick driver with wins in 2026.
- •Ross Chastain and Erik Jones are currently outside the Chase cutoff.
- •Upcoming races include Iowa, Richmond, New Hampshire, and Daytona.
- 12:14 AMYahoo Sports — The NASCAR Race To Make The Chase Tightens With Four Races Remaining
"Just four races remain until the NASCAR Cup Series grid is set for the return of The Chase. For the first time since 2014, it is no longer a win-and-you’re in format. Instead, the top 16 drivers in the regular season standings will qualify for the postseason. It’s quite simple, too: There are no more […] The post The NASCAR Race To Make The Chase Tightens With Four Races Remaining appeared first on HEAVY.
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