NASCAR heads to Kansas for AdventHealth 400

The Cup Series race will take place this weekend after an exciting finish at Bristol.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 5:34am

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The NASCAR Cup Series is moving on from Bristol Motor Speedway to Kansas Speedway for the AdventHealth 400 this weekend. The previous race at Bristol saw plenty of drama, with a late caution sending the event into overtime. Ultimately, Ty Gibbs held on to beat Ryan Blaney by just 0.055 seconds.

Why it matters

Kansas Speedway is a popular stop on the NASCAR circuit, known for producing exciting races. The AdventHealth 400 will be another opportunity for drivers to compete on a challenging track and try to secure a spot in the playoffs.

The details

The AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway is the next stop on the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series schedule. The race comes after an eventful Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway last weekend, where a late caution sent the event into overtime. Ty Gibbs was able to hold off Ryan Blaney by a narrow 0.055-second margin to claim the victory.

  • The AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway will take place on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
  • The Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway was held on April 19, 2026.

The players

Ty Gibbs

The 23-year-old driver won the previous race at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Ryan Blaney

The veteran driver finished second to Gibbs at Bristol after a close battle in overtime.

Kansas Speedway

The 1.5-mile oval in Kansas City, Missouri is a popular stop on the NASCAR Cup Series schedule.

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What they’re saying

“Winning at Bristol is always special, but to do it like that in overtime was just incredible. The team gave me a great car and I'm excited to keep the momentum going at Kansas.”

— Ty Gibbs, NASCAR Cup Series Driver

What’s next

Drivers will look to continue their strong performances at Kansas Speedway, as the race will be a crucial event in the lead-up to the NASCAR playoffs.

The takeaway

The NASCAR Cup Series is heating up, with close finishes and exciting racing at iconic tracks like Bristol and Kansas. Fans can look forward to another thrilling event as the series heads to the Midwest.