LONG ROAD AHEAD
Legge locked into 2026 Coca-Cola 600, ready for 'The Double'
Katherine Legge finishes qualifying on May 17 for the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Alex Bowman looks on during qualifying for the NASCAR All Star race on May 16 at dover Motor Speedway.
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Katherine Legge is ready for "The Double." On Monday, NASCAR revealed the 2026 Coca-Cola 600 entry list, which only includes 39 entries in the Cup Series. Since there aren't more than 40 cars entered, Legge is locked into the 2026 Coca-Cola 600, solidifying her attempt at "The Double."
The 45-year-old driver will look to complete 1,100 miles on Sunday, between the 2026 Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600. Legge will start 26th in the Indianapolis 500, while she will qualify for the Coca-Cola 600 on Saturday. The biggest challenge for Legge will be the second event, as 600 miles will be tough on her body.
Kyle Larson attempted "The Double" in 2024 and 2025, but failed to complete it after weather issues and wrecks. It is a grueling two weeks for any driver, and adding the Coca-Cola 600 makes it even more difficult. Thankfully, Legge won't have to worry about qualifying for NASCAR's longest race this weekend.
Chastain looks to complete 1,101 miles of racing
Ross Chastain is not attempting "The Double," but he will try to complete an impressive feat this weekend. Chastain will attempt to complete 1,101 miles of racing during the NASCAR weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway. The Trackhouse Racing driver will race in all three NASCAR levels, finishing with the 2026 Coca-Cola 600.
Chastain is in the No. 45 truck for Niece Motorsports in the Truck Series on Friday before moving to the No. 9 car at JR Motorsports in Saturday's O'Reilly Series. Then, Chastain will look to win his second straight Coca-Cola 600 in the No. 1 car for Trackhouse Racing on Sunday after a stunning victory in 2025.
"The Double" is 1,100 miles of racing on one day between the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600; however, Chastain's 1,101 miles would come in three races over the course of three days. It may not include an Indianapolis 500, but Chastain is looking to complete a lot of racing at Charlotte this weekend.
NASCAR legends to join trackside coverage
Prime Video is ready for its 2026 NASCAR Cup Series coverage, and fans will be in for a treat this season. Starting at Charlotte Motor Speedway, an unprecedented rotating cast of NASCAR legends and active drivers will join Prime Video for its trackside coverage alongside host Danielle Trotta and analyst Corey LaJoie each week, according to a press release.
This lineup includes Carl Edwards (Charlotte), Mark Martin (Nashville), Martin Truex Jr. (Michigan), Brad Keselowski (Pocono), and Jeff Gordon (San Diego). Edwards, who was with Prime Video in 2025, will be at the desk for the Coca-Cola 600, while adding features and remote contributions throughout the remaining four races.
The rest of the TV broadcast remains the sme with Adam Alexander, Dale Earnhardt Jr., and Steve Letarte in the booth, while Trevor Bayne, Kim Coon, and Marty Snider handle pit road. For the preand post-race coverage, the rotating cast of drivers will give Prime Video fresh perspectives and more insight weekly.
Prime Video brings back popular side-by-side box format
Prime Video is back for its five-race stretch during the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season, and so is one of its most popular features. The double-box commercial format returns, ensuring every Prime Video race will feature end-to-end live coverage of green-flag racing so viewers never miss a moment of the action, according to a press release.
In 2025, Prime Video introduced this feature on a full-time basis, and it was universally loved by NASCAR fans.
The constant coverage of green-flag racing started a trend, which was adopted by FOX Sports in 2026. Prime Video will also present an extended period of commercial-free racing throughout the conclusion of every event.
The coverage will begin with the 2026 Coca-Cola 600 on Sunday, and progress into the summer. Prime Video will have four more races, concluding with NASCAR's first race on a military base in San Diego. The vibes around NASCAR are high as Prime Video returns after a successful debut season in 2025.
Biffle not selected for Hall of Fame class
Greg Biffle was eligible to make the 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame class; however, it didn't come to frution. Biffle was not selected as a member of the 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame class, the sport revealed on Tuesday. Instead, a panel of 50 voters selected Kevin Harvick and Jeff Burton from the Modern Era ballot.
Harvick received 92% of the Modern Era ballot votes, meaning only four of the 50 voters left him off their ballot. Meanwhile, Burton earned 32% of the Modern Era ballot votes. Neil Bonnett finished third, followed by Randy Dorton and Biffle. It is unclear how much of the vote Biffle had for the 2027 class.
The former NASCAR driver will be selected into the Hall of Fame one day, but it wasn't meant to be during the 2027 cycle. Instead, Biffle will be on the ballot for the 2028 NASCAR Hall of Fame class, as many watch to see if he is finally voted in for his work on and off the race track.
Alex Bowman linked to surprising team for 2027
Alex Bowman's future in the NASCAR Cup Series is very uncertain. Everything could be on the table, including a return to Hendrick Motorsports, a new team, and possible retirement.
With rumors swirling about his future, the driver of the No. 48 car has been linked to another NASCAR organization in the Cup Series.
Spire Motorsports could be a landing spot for Bowman if Hendrick Motorsports needs to find a spot in the Cup Series for one of its drivers, as reported by FOX Sports' Bob Pockrass. Hendrick Motorsports has been connected to Bowman, Corey Day, and Connor Zilisch for the No. 48 car in 2027 at this point.
It may not be the most likely outcome, but Bowman would be a good fit at Spire Motorsports. The organization has shown great speed during the 2026 NASCAR season and continues to be in the mix for the Chase. A return to Hendrick Motorsports might be the most realistic outcome for Bowman, but Spire Motorsports would be a solid backup plan.
Suarez's status in No. 7 car for 2027 revealed
Daniel Suarez and Trackhouse Racing parted ways after the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season, and it worked out for the driver. Suarez has performed really well in the No. 7 car for Spire Motorsports in arguably a "make it or break it" year. So, will the Spire Motorsports driver return to the No. 7 car in 2027?
Spire Motorsports is happy with its three-driver lineup and not itching to make any changes for 2027, as reported by The Athletic's Jordan Bianchi.
Suarez enters the 2026 Coca-Cola 600 sitting 14th in the point standings with an 18-point advantage over the Chase bubble. Based on the competition around Suarez, it might be hard to stay in the 16-driver field; however, the No. 7 team has impressed in 2026, and it might be enough to earn another season.
