Ryan Preece won the most recent NASCAR Cup Series event, the Cook Out Clash exhibition race on February 4, 2026, at Bowman Gray Stadium.

Quick Scoop

  • The latest notable answer to “who won NASCAR?” is Ryan Preece, winner of the 2026 Cook Out Clash, a preseason NASCAR Cup Series exhibition race.
  • He pulled away from William Byron in the final 15 laps to secure the victory.
  • The race featured 17 caution periods and a switch to wet-weather tires after rain and sleet during the midway break, which added to the chaos and strategy.

Championship context

  • For recent season context, Kyle Larson is the reigning NASCAR Cup Series champion, having earned his second Cup title in the 2025 championship race at Phoenix Raceway.
  • A late caution and pit strategy (two tires for Larson vs. four for Denny Hamlin) were key factors that helped Larson clinch that championship.

Key facts in brief

  • Latest notable race winner: Ryan Preece (2026 Cook Out Clash, Bowman Gray Stadium).
  • Recent Cup champion: Kyle Larson, now a two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion after the 2025 finale at Phoenix.

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