Ty Dillon and Denny Hamlin meet again as NASCAR In-Season Challenge starts

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Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Ty Dillon and Denny Hamlin meet again as NASCAR In-Season Challenge starts
Summary

The NASCAR Cup Series begins the In-Season Challenge at Sonoma Raceway on June 28, featuring Ty Dillon and Denny Hamlin in a key matchup. This five-race tournament, offering $1 million to the winner, will see 16 head-to-head matchups with each driver's performance crucial for advancement. Dillon, who achieved an upset over Hamlin in last year's challenge, is ranked 31st this season and aims to seize further opportunities. Hamlin, a dominant competitor with four wins this year, expresses confidence but remains wary of the unpredictability on road courses.

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  • In-Season Challenge begins June 28 at Sonoma Raceway.
  • Dillon upset Hamlin last year, finishing as a finalist.
  • 16 matchups will determine who advances in the bracket.
  • Dillon currently ranks 31st; Hamlin has four wins this season.
  • The format emphasizes lesser-known drivers alongside top competitors.
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  • 9:20 PMYahoo SportsTy Dillon ready for another Denny Hamlin showdown as NASCAR In-Season Challenge begins at Sonoma
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The last road course of the Cup Series season will mark the start of the In-Season Challenge, a five-race, bracket-style tournament with $1 million at stake for the winner.

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