Ryan Blaney clinches playoff spot in NASCAR's 2026 Chase
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 3:03 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Ryan Blaney secured a position in NASCAR's 2026 Chase with his performance at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19. He joins Tyler Reddick and Denny Hamlin, who have also locked in postseason berths. Blaney's strong point total allows him to advance regardless of the next six races. Meanwhile, Joey Logano's victory at the same event boosts his standings, moving him back into the Chase contention as he now sits 15th. Erik Jones fell below the cutoff after the race.
- •Blaney is the third driver to clinch a Chase spot.
- •Logano won the North Wilkesboro race, leading 323 laps.
- •Hamlin has led the Cup Series standings since June.
- •Only 13 Chase positions remain open with six races left.
- •Jones dropped below the Chase cut line after the race.
- 3:03 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR Chase Field Grows to Three Drivers After Ryan Blaney Clinches Spot
"Ryan Blaney officially clinched a spot in NASCAR's 2026 Chase following Sunday's race at North Wilkesboro, joining Tyler Reddick and Denny Hamlin as the only drivers who have mathematically secured postseason berths.
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