NASCAR eliminates split practice groups and extends session length
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 8:49 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
NASCAR is changing its practice format ahead of the 2026 Chase for the championship. Starting at New Hampshire Motor Speedway during the August 23 race weekend, teams will have 50 minutes of open practice, eliminating previously used split groups. This format will apply to all non-superspeedway races for the remainder of the season. The revision aims to streamline practice sessions and enhance competitiveness among teams.
- •New practice format begins at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.
- •All teams will receive 50 minutes of open practice.
- •Split practice groups are being eliminated.
- •The new format applies to all non-superspeedway races.
- •Change implemented for the remainder of the 2026 season.
- 8:49 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR is eliminating split practice groups and extending session
"NASCAR is altering its practice format just before the 2026 Chase for the championship gets underway. Starting at New Hampshire Motor Speedway for the August 23 race weekend, practice groups will be eliminated and all teams will get 50 minutes of open practice. This will be the standard for all non-superspeedway races for the remainder of the 2026 season. Teams will be granted an additional set ...Keep reading
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