NASCAR’s first in-season tournament hasn’t made much of an impression on its drivers so far. Ty Gibbs said Sunday he didn’t know who his second-round opponent was until after the Cup Series race.

As drivers navigate the gauntlet of the grueling season, three keys have historically led to winning the championship. Betting on the NASCAR Cup Series isn’t just picking the fastest driver. Look for someone with a strong track record, steady performance week after week, and the discipline to stay out of trouble.

On Sunday, drivers will hit the Chicago streets for one of the calendar's most unique races. Who will dominate?

6. Christopher Bell, 565. 11. Chris Buescher, 476. 13. Bubba Wallace, 443. 15. AJ Allmendinger, 400. 18. Austin Cindric, 389. 20. John H. Nemechek, 375.

NASCAR is heading to Sonoma Raceway for the sport's only stop in California for the 2025 season. Here's what to know.

Shane van Gisbergen still has half a season left in his first full year of NASCAR Cup Series competition, but the last four weeks have already justified his career change.Van Gisbergen has won two of the last four races at the Mexico City road course and the Chicago street

Along with high-speed action, NASCAR weekend at Sonoma Raceway will offer entertainment for fans off the racetrack, including a concert by country star Tim Dugger, an air show and the opportunity to see a giant statue of Richard Petty’s iconic cowboy hat.

Can anyone topple Shane van Gisbergen's road-course dominion or will the New Zealander make it three wins in 2025 at Sonoma this Sunday?