NASCAR O'Reilly Series Race Returns to Rockingham

Live updates, highlights, and leaderboard from the latest race at the historic North Carolina track.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 5:46pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movement and competition of a NASCAR race at Rockingham Speedway, with cars and track elements broken down into sharp, overlapping planes of color.A cubist interpretation of the action-packed NASCAR O'Reilly Series race at the iconic Rockingham Speedway.Rockingham Today

The NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series is back at the 1-mile Rockingham Speedway in North Carolina for the second year in a row. Fans can follow along with live updates, highlights, and the leaderboard as the race unfolds on the historic track.

Why it matters

Rockingham Speedway has a storied history in NASCAR, hosting races from 1965 to 2004 before being removed from the schedule. Its return to the O'Reilly Series calendar in 2025 was celebrated by fans who are eager to see racing return to the challenging oval.

The details

The NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series features up-and-coming drivers competing in the developmental league below the top-tier NASCAR Cup Series. The Rockingham race is a key event on the calendar, testing drivers' skills on the unique 1-mile layout of the North Carolina track.

  • The race is taking place on April 4, 2026.

The players

Rockingham Speedway

A 1-mile oval racetrack located in Rockingham, North Carolina that hosted NASCAR races from 1965 to 2004 before being removed from the schedule.

NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series

A developmental NASCAR league that serves as a stepping stone for up-and-coming drivers to reach the top-tier NASCAR Cup Series.

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The takeaway

The return of NASCAR racing to the historic Rockingham Speedway is an exciting moment for motorsports fans, as they get to witness the next generation of talent compete on a challenging track with deep roots in the sport.