NASCAR prepares for Chase cutoff race at Daytona on August 29
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 6:11 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Daytona International Speedway for the regular season finale on August 29 at 7:30 p.m. ET. With playoff positions on the line, drivers Austin Cindric and Shane Van Gisbergen currently sit above the cut line, while Ryan Preece and Brad Keselowski face significant deficits. Ryan Blaney's recent victory at New Hampshire Motor Speedway adds to Team Penske's success, as multiple contenders are looking to secure their playoff spots. Tickets for the race start at $63.
- •NASCAR Cup Series race at Daytona on August 29 at 7:30 p.m. ET.
- •Austin Cindric is +44 points in playoff standings.
- •Ryan Preece and Brad Keselowski are in danger of missing the Chase.
- •Ryan Blaney recently won at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.
- •Tickets for Daytona start at $63.
- 6:11 PMYahoo Sports — NASCAR returns to Daytona for the Chase cutoff race, get tickets now
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