NASCAR Cup and Truck Series prepare for Richmond weekend races
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 1:21 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The NASCAR Cup Series and Craftsman Truck Series will compete at Richmond Raceway this weekend, featuring two days of events. On Friday, the Truck Series will hold practice, qualifying, and the Black’s Tire 250 race. Saturday’s schedule includes Cup Series practice and the Cook Out 400 at 7 p.m. ET. Weather forecasts predict mostly cloudy conditions with a low chance of rain, suggesting favorable racing conditions. The full schedule includes multiple press access points throughout the weekend.
- •Craftsman Truck Series events begin Friday, August 14.
- •Cup Series race, Cook Out 400, set for Saturday night.
- •Weather forecast includes a 24% chance of rain both days.
- •Full schedule includes several practices and qualifying rounds.
- 1:21 PMYahoo Sports — NASCAR Richmond Weekend Schedule: Practice, Qualifying, Race Time and Weather
"The NASCAR Cup and Craftsman Truck Series head to Richmond Raceway this weekend. Here's the full schedule, TV channels, race times and weather forecast.
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