Todd Gilliland upsets Chase Elliott in NASCAR semifinal at North Wilkesboro
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Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Todd Gilliland advanced to the final of the NASCAR in-season challenge tournament by defeating Chase Elliott during the semifinals at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19. Gilliland finished 8th, while Elliott, who had been in the top five for much of the race, ended in 17th place after suffering setbacks during a caution period. Ryan Blaney also advanced by finishing ahead of Christopher Bell. The final matchup features Gilliland against Blaney at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 26.
- •Gilliland finishes 8th, Elliott 17th in semifinals during Window World 450.
- •Blaney finishes 11th to advance past Bell, who placed 19th.
- •Final matchup is Gilliland vs. Blaney at Indianapolis on July 26.
- •Semifinal race took place on July 19 at North Wilkesboro Speedway.
- 2:41 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR in-season tournament results for semifinals in North Wilkesboro, which drivers are in final
"A major upset occurred in the semifinals of the NASCAR in-season challenge tournament on July 19 at North Wilkesboro Speedway.
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