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Ryan Blaney claims victory at 2026 NASCAR Cup in Atlanta

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Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Ryan Blaney claims victory at 2026 NASCAR Cup in Atlanta

Summary

Ryan Blaney won the 2026 NASCAR Cup at Atlanta, achieving his 19th career victory from pole position. He dominated the race, sweeping both stages and finishing in a time of 3:14:25.386. Bubba Wallace crossed the finish line in second but was penalized for advancing below the yellow line, resulting in a 29th place finish. Christopher Bell was credited with second place, followed by Carson Hocevar in third. The race, which faced a lengthy weather delay, saw 29 of the 38 drivers finish on the lead lap.

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By the Numbers

•Blaney wins the race and sweeps both stages.
•Wallace finishes second but is penalized to 29th place.
•Bell is officially credited with second place.
•The race had a lengthy weather delay and ended early Monday.
•29 of 38 starters finished on the lead lap.

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Ryan Blaney earned his 19th career NASCAR Cup victory, winning from pole position at Atlanta in a three-wide battle. Blaney also swept both stages, dominating most of the event. Bubba Wallace finished second, but was later penalized for advancing his position below the yellow line. That penalty dropped him down to 29th as the last car on the lead lap. Christopher Bell was ultimately credited ...Keep reading
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