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William Byron, No. 24 team pushing to finish 2026 strong despite championship odds

 Although William Byron's back is up against the wall, he and the No. 24 Hendrick team are looking to end the 2026 Cup Series season strong.
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What to Watch: Can anyone catch Kyle Larson? For his challengers, Chase hopes ride on Phoenix

What to Watch: Can anyone catch Kyle Larson? For his challengers, Chase hopes ride on Phoenix

Top storylines and key info to know ahead of Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series Chase race at Phoenix Raceway (3 p.m. ET, USA Network). NASCAR Cup Series Chase
2026 Phoenix Raceway Chase weekend pit stall assignments

2026 Phoenix Raceway Chase weekend pit stall assignments

Cup, O'Reilly and Craftsman Truck Series will race at Phoenix Raceway this weekend; view the pit stall assignments here. Phoenix Raceway
Sunday Setup: Front brake pads, rotor changes loom after qualifying FROM For NASCAR.com

Sunday Setup: Front brake pads, rotor changes loom after qualifying

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Racing Insights: Who will conquer the cacti at Phoenix?

Racing Insights: Who will conquer the cacti at Phoenix?

See Racing Insights' full projections for Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series Chase race at Phoenix (3 p.m. ET, USA Network). NASCAR Cup Series Chase
Blaney wins Busch Light Pole Award at Phoenix; points leader Larson starts 22nd FROM NASCAR Wire Service

Blaney wins Busch Light Pole Award at Phoenix; points leader Larson starts 22nd

Ryan Blaney claimed the Busch Light Pole Award at Phoenix, while Chase leader Kyle Larson will start down in 22nd Sunday (3 p.m. ET, USA). NASCAR Cup Series Chase
Blaney wins Phoenix pole, leads all-Penske front row

Blaney wins Phoenix pole, leads all-Penske front row

Ryan Blaney reacts to his pole-winning lap at Phoenix Raceway and discusses his confidence heading into Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race.
Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell enjoy rivalry that’s not quite friendly FROM NASCAR Wire Service

Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell enjoy rivalry that’s not quite friendly

Kyle Larson and Christopher Bell have spent more than a decade battling for trophies; now they duel for the biggest one yet -- a Cup title. NASCAR Cup Series
Kyle Larson struggles in Phoenix qualifying as Chase door opens

Kyle Larson struggles in Phoenix qualifying as Chase door opens

Kyle Larson fights a loose race car during qualifying at Phoenix Raceway, giving his NASCAR Cup Series Chase rivals an opportunity.
Team Penske enters Phoenix with must-win mindset: 'Desperate people do desperate things' FROM For NASCAR.com

Team Penske enters Phoenix with must-win mindset: 'Desperate people do desperate things'

Team Penske enters the Cup Series Chase race at Phoenix Raceway (Sun., 3 p.m. ET, USA) with a must-win mindset. NASCAR Cup Series Chase
At-track photos: 2026 Phoenix Raceway Chase weekend
21 Hours Ago

At-track photos: 2026 Phoenix Raceway Chase weekend

See the best photos from a tripleheader Chase weekend as the Cup, O'Reilly and Truck series race at Phoenix Raceway.
Suárez on finding home at Spire: 'We were the last two kids without a dance partner'
22 Hours Ago

Suárez on finding home at Spire: 'We were the last two kids without a dance partner'

Daniel Suárez shares how a deal to join Spire Motorsports came together and explains that the pairing has been successful for both sides.
Bell, Hamlin on how they can put pressure on Larson: 'It's all about winning'
23 Hours Ago

Bell, Hamlin on how they can put pressure on Larson: 'It's all about winning'

Christopher Bell and Denny Hamlin talk about how there's still time to turn their respective Chases around and challenge Kyle Larson.
Who's the strongest without power steering? 'You have your answer'
1 Day Ago

Who's the strongest without power steering? 'You have your answer'

Christopher Bell, Kyle Larson and Denny Hamlin finally give the answer on who can best handle a car with no power steering.
Bell, Larson dive into their lifelong rivalry
1 Day Ago

Bell, Larson dive into their lifelong rivalry

Christopher Bell and Kyle Larson talk about their lifelong rivalry with each other and how they have managed it on and off track.
Larson concerned about all three JGR drivers closing the gap
1 Day Ago

Larson concerned about all three JGR drivers closing the gap

Kyle Larson shares he's looking over his shoulder with Denny Hamlin, Christopher Bell and Chase Briscoe all behind in the points.
'Nothing building' between McDowell, Stenhouse after hauler meeting at Phoenix
1 Day Ago

'Nothing building' between McDowell, Stenhouse after hauler meeting at Phoenix

Michael McDowell and Ricky Stenhouse Jr. emerged from the NASCAR Cup Series hauler after a Saturday at-track consultation with officials. NASCAR Cup Series