The Progress Group 250, Talladega Superspeedway, Oct 24, 2026
Sam Mayer’s unsupported final-lap move at Talladega left him 13th
Mayer attacked from 3rd without drafting help. The failed move cost him 10 positions.
Running position 3rd to 13th
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The Progress Group 250, Talladega Superspeedway, Oct 24, 2026
Richard Childress Racing’s fueling violation sent Jesse Love to the rear at Talladega
Improper fueling sent Love to the rear for the restart, and NASCAR also penalized him for entering closed pit road. He recovered to finish 3rd.
Penalty Improper fueling
The Progress Group 250, Talladega Superspeedway, Oct 24, 2026
Carson Kvapil chose the upper lane at Talladega and finished 2nd
Kvapil left the bottom open on the final lap, allowing Sammy Smith to pass with drafting help from Jesse Love. Smith won by 0.084 seconds.
Behind the winner 0.084 s
YellaWood 500, Talladega Superspeedway, Oct 25, 2026
Ryan Blaney’s defensive lane change at Talladega ended in a crash and 38th
Blaney’s mistimed move into the upper lane triggered contact. The damage ended his race despite attempted repairs.
Finished 38th
Love's RV Stop 225, Talladega Superspeedway, Oct 23, 2026
Kaden Honeycutt moved low too early at Talladega and finished 5th
Honeycutt left Ty Majeski's bumper for a lower drafting line that was separating, lost momentum and finished 5th. He should have maintained the push longer before attempting the pass.
Behind the winner 0.125 s