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The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States and owner of 14 of the nation’s major motorsports entertainment facilities. NASCAR sanctions races in three national series (NASCAR Cup Series™, NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series™, and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series™), four international series (NASCAR Brasil Series, NASCAR Canada Series, NASCAR Euro Series, NASCAR Mexico Series), four regional series (ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East & West and the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour) and a local grassroots series (NASCAR Local Racing Series Powered by O’Reilly Auto Parts). The International Motor Sports Association™ (IMSA®) governs the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship™, the premier U.S. sports car series. NASCAR also owns Motor Racing Network, Racing Electronics, and ONE DAYTONA. Based in Daytona Beach, Florida, with offices in five cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races annually in 11 countries and more than 30 U.S. states.

Late charge puts Christopher Bell in Victory Lane at Bristol

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By Reid Spencer

NASCAR Wire Service

 

April 10, 2026

 

BRISTOL, Tenn.—Full-time NASCAR Cup Series driver Christopher Bell was thrilled to have an opportunity to drive the No.  62 Halmar Friesen Toyota in Friday night’s Tennessee Army National Guard 250 at Bristol Motor Speedway.

 

After crossing the finish line first, he had reason to be positively elated.

 

Corey Heim, on the other hand, had 350,000 reasons to be disappointed, after his dream of completing the Triple Truck Challenge — and earning a $350,000 bonus — ended prematurely against the Turn 1 wall.

 

Bell grabbed the lead from Christian Eckes on Lap 188 of 250 and held it the rest of the way, with Chandler Smith moving into second after a subsequent restart on Lap 224 and chasing Bell to the checkered flag.

 

Finishing 0.330 seconds ahead of Smith’s No. 38 Front Row Motorsports Ford, Bell scored his first NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series victory since 2017, his first the 0.533-mile short track and the eighth of his career.

 

Bell was enlisted to substitute for injured Stewart Friesen in last year’s Truck Series race at Watkins Glen. On Friday night, he raced as Friesen’s teammate and finished three positions better than he had at the Upstate New York road course.

 

“Oh, man, that was just so awesome to win a truck race,” Bell said. “It’s been since 2017 that I’ve won one of these things. It’s a lot of fun racing with this group. I got the unfortunate call last year to drive for Stewart when he was hurt, went up to Watkins Glen and almost got it.

 

“They’ve been working really hard to get to Victory Lane. Just so special for me to be able to race with these guys. These wins, they mean a lot to this team, this organization.”

 

The most recent Cup Series winner at Thunder Valley, Bell will race Sunday in the Food City 500 (3 p.m. ET on FS1, PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio).

 

Heim’s bid for an extra $350,000 ($500,000 total) for a third straight Triple Truck Challenge victory ended abruptly on Lap180, moments after he had muscled past Christian Eckes to lead his only lap of the race.

 

Contact from Eckes’ front bumper to the right rear of Heim’s No. 1 TRICON Garage Toyota sent Heim spinning into the outside wall. Pole winner Kaden Honeycutt T-boned into Heim’s Tundra, with the No. 34 Ford of two-time Bristol winner Layne Riggs nosing into Honeycutt’s truck in a chain-reaction collision.

 

TRICON teammates Heim and Honeycutt exited the race under the resulting red flag. With the single lap led to his credit, Heim has now led the last 30 straight Truck Series races he has entered, but that was no consolation for losing the $350,000 bonus he would have collected for winning the race.

 

“I don’t think he did it on purpose or anything,” Heim said graciously of the contact from Eckes’ Chevrolet. “I think the lead was super important to win the race, just having track position and control. Then they had a mix-up on who was starting the race as far as the control truck.

 

“I had an issue with my transmission sticking into gears, and I had to pack a little bit of air. I don’t think I touched him to get him out of the way. He was already free. I just packed some air and got him free. I think he was trying to get behind me and ship me, which would have been fine because I did it to him. Just misjudged it.

 

“I’ve been racing him for a long time, and I don’t think he would do that on purpose, so we are all good.”

 

After losing ground on the final restart, Eckes finished fifth behind Bell, Smith, Giovanni Ruggiero and Cup driver Ross Chastain. Jake Garcia, Dawson Sutton, Kyle Busch, Carson Hocevar and rookie Brenden Queen completed the top 10.

 

The race featured nine cautions for 76 laps. Eckes led a race-high 132 laps to Bell’s 63 and won the first stage. Ben Rhodes stayed out under caution on Lap 122 and claimed the Stage 2 win.

 

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NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Race – Tennessee Army National Guard 250

Bristol Motor Speedway

Bristol, Tennessee

Friday, April 10, 2026

 

1. (15)  Christopher Bell(i), Toyota, 250.

2. (16)  Chandler Smith, Ford, 250.

3. (10)  Giovanni Ruggiero, Toyota, 250.

4. (11)  Ross Chastain(i), Chevrolet, 250.

5. (2)  Christian Eckes, Chevrolet, 250.

6. (5)  Jake Garcia, Ford, 250.

7. (34)  Dawson Sutton, Chevrolet, 250.

8. (8)  Kyle Busch(i), Chevrolet, 250.

9. (7)  Carson Hocevar(i), Chevrolet, 250.

10. (28)  Brenden Queen #, RAM, 250.

11. (9)  Ben Rhodes, Ford, 250.

12. (23)  Daniel Hemric, Chevrolet, 250.

13. (20)  Tyler Ankrum, Chevrolet, 250.

14. (4)  Chase Briscoe(i), Toyota, 250.

15. (14)  Justin Haley, RAM, 250.

16. (13)  Stewart Friesen, Toyota, 250.

17. (27)  Andres Perez De Lara, Chevrolet, 250.

18. (36)  Daniel Suarez(i), Chevrolet, 250.

19. (26)  Mini Tyrrell #, RAM, 250.

20. (22)  Tanner Gray, Toyota, 250.

21. (29)  Carson Ferguson, RAM, 250.

22. (3)  Layne Riggs, Ford, 249.

23. (6)  Ty Majeski, Ford, 248.

24. (33)  Spencer Boyd, Chevrolet, 247.

25. (25)  Kris Wright, Chevrolet, 247.

26. (21)  Ricky Stenhouse Jr(i), Chevrolet, 247.

27. (18)  Grant Enfinger, Chevrolet, 243.

28. (17)  Cole Butcher #, Ford, 241.

29. (19)  Corey LaJoie, RAM, Accident, 214.

30. (12)  Corey Heim, Toyota, Accident, 179.

31. (1)  Kaden Honeycutt, Toyota, Accident, 179.

32. (30)  Luke Baldwin, Ford, Accident, 178.

33. (35)  Timmy Hill, Toyota, Accident, 120.

34. (24)  Tyler Reif, Chevrolet, Accident, 117.

35. (31)  Frankie Muniz, Ford, Accident, 115.

36. (32)  Clayton Green, Ford, Too Slow, 103.

 

Average Speed of Race Winner:  66.644 mph.

Time of Race:  1 Hrs, 59 Mins, 58 Secs. Margin of Victory:  0.330 Seconds.

Caution Flags:  9 for 76 laps.

Lead Changes:  7 among 6 drivers.

Lap Leaders:   K. Honeycutt 1-2;C. Eckes 3-122;B. Rhodes 123-135;K. Busch(i) 136-174;C. Eckes 175-178;C. Heim 179;C. Eckes 180-187;C. Bell(i) 188-250.

Leaders Summary (Driver, Times Lead, Laps Led):  Christian Eckes 3 times for 132 laps; Christopher Bell(i) 1 time for 63 laps; Kyle Busch(i) 1 time for 39 laps; Ben Rhodes 1 time for 13 laps; Kaden Honeycutt 1 time for 2 laps; Corey Heim 1 time for 1 lap.

Stage #1 Top Ten: 91,34,11,99,98,77,17,5,45,7

Stage #2 Top Ten: 99,7,16,1,62,91,10,11,98,34

 

 

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The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States and owner of 14 of the nation’s major motorsports entertainment facilities. NASCAR sanctions races in three national series (NASCAR Cup Series™, NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series™, and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series™), four international series (NASCAR Brasil Series, NASCAR Canada Series, NASCAR Euro Series, NASCAR Mexico Series), four regional series (ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East & West and the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour) and a local grassroots series (NASCAR Local Racing Series Powered by O’Reilly Auto Parts). The International Motor Sports Association™ (IMSA®) governs the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship™, the premier U.S. sports car series. NASCAR also owns Motor Racing Network, Racing Electronics, and ONE DAYTONA. Based in Daytona Beach, Florida, with offices in five cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races annually in 11 countries and more than 30 U.S. states.

 

Kubota Shifts into High Gear with Multi-Year NASCAR Partnership

 

Partnership Unites Two Organizations Connected to Communities Across America, with Official Designations Across Multiple Equipment Categories and Sponsorship of San Diego Race Weekend

 

DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. (April 23, 2026) – Kubota Tractor Corporation and NASCAR® today announced a new multi-year partnership beginning with the 2026 NASCAR season. The partnership establishes Kubota as an Official Partner of NASCAR, including the Official Tractor of NASCAR, Official Construction Equipment Partner of NASCAR, Official Compact Equipment Partner of NASCAR and Official Utility Vehicle of NASCAR. Kubota will also serve as the official partner in the same categories for the upcoming NASCAR San Diego Weekend.

 

“We’re proud to further align the Kubota brand with one of the most recognized sports organizations in the country, building on the successes of our sponsorship with Trackhouse Racing and Ross Chastain,” said Alex Woods, President, Kubota Tractor Corporation. “Kubota equipment is built for customers who demand quality, durability and high productivity. NASCAR is built on engineering excellence, speed, and sustained high performance under pressure. Together, we represent two organizations that are part of the fabric of American life, connected by hardworking people and loyal communities that rely on equipment purpose-built for the job – on or off the racetrack.”

 

As part of the agreement, Kubota equipment will be integrated into NASCAR track operations at select venues, supporting track preparation and facility needs. The partnership provides visible, real-world applications that reinforce Kubota’s reputation for durability and reliability in demanding environments.

 

“Kubota’s commitment to the people who power our communities — from farmers and builders to the men and women who have served our country — aligns seamlessly with NASCAR’s fan base and values,” said Craig Stimmel, NASCAR SVP and Chief Commercial Officer. “Including a presence at the NASCAR San Diego Weekend adds even greater meaning, as we celebrate veterans in a setting that reflects service, resilience and pride. From integrating Kubota equipment into our operations to creating impactful moments for fans and veteran honorees alike, this collaboration is built on shared purpose and real-world performance.”

 

Kubota has maintained a presence in NASCAR through its partnership with Trackhouse Racing since 2022 and continues to build on that involvement through this new multi-year agreement.

 

Kubota to Sponsor NASCAR San Diego Weekend and Honor Veterans

As part of the agreement, Kubota will sponsor NASCAR San Diego Weekend presented by Anduril at Naval Base Coronado from June 19–21 and will play an integrated role throughout the weekend, serving as the Official Tractor, Construction Equipment, Compact Equipment, and Utility Vehicle partner for NASCAR San Diego Race Weekend.

 

Kubota’s presence during the weekend will also highlight the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting U.S. military veterans. As part of the weekend’s activities, Kubota will host a special ceremony prior to the Sunday NASCAR Cup Series race to recognize the five recipients of its 2026 Geared to Give program. During the ceremony, the farmer veterans will be presented with the keys to new Kubota equipment in front of race attendees.

 

Each recipient and one guest will attend the race weekend as Kubota’s invited guests, which will include access to Kubota’s suite to watch the race and a meet and greet with Ross Chastain and the Trackhouse Racing team.

 

Since 2015, Kubota has partnered with the Farmer Veteran Coalition on a multi-million-dollar program that includes veteran grants, organizational support and equipment to help farmer veterans transition into careers in agriculture. Kubota also supports the Boot Campaign, a national nonprofit dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of military veterans and their families.

 

Kubota equipment will also be displayed in the fan zone throughout the weekend, where fans can learn more about the company’s veteran-focused initiatives, including Geared to Give and its partnership with Boot Campaign.

 

Over the course of the partnership, Kubota will collaborate with NASCAR to engage fans at tracks nationwide and across digital and broadcast platforms, while continuing to invest in American communities in support of the veterans, farmers, builders, landscapers and landowners who rely on Kubota equipment every day.

 

 

 

CRAFTSMAN truck series

 Fri. Feb. 13 Fresh From Florida 250 7:30PM FS1
Sat. Feb. 21 FR8 208 1:30PM FS1
Sat. Feb. 28 Series Race at St. Petersburg 12:00PM FOX
Fri. March 20 Sober or Slammer 200 7:30PM FS1
Fri. April 3 Black’s Tire 200 4:30PM FS1
Fri. April 10 Tennessee Army National Guard 250 7:30PM FS1
Fri. May 1 SpeedyCash.com 250 8:00PM FS1
Fri. May. 8 Mission 176 at The Glen 4:30PM FS1
Sat. May 15 ECOSAVE 200 5:00PM FS1
Fri. May 22 NC Education Lottery 200 7:30PM FS1
Fri. May 29 Flote 200 8:00PM FS1
Sat. June 6 DQS Solutions & Staffing 250 1:30PM FS1
Fri. June 19 Series Race at San Diego 7:00PM FS1
Sat. July 11 LiUNA 150 1:00PM FS1
Sat. July 18 Window World 250 12:30PM FS1
Fri. July 24 TSport 200 8:00PM FS1
Fri, Aug. 14 eero 250 7:30PM FS1
Sat. Aug. 22 Team EJP 175 1:30PM FS1
Thurs. Sep. 17 UNOH 200 presented by Ohio Logistics 8:00PM FS1
Sat. Sep. 26 Heart of Healthcare 200 1:00PM FS1
Fri. Oct. 9 Series Race at Charlotte 5:00PM FS1
Fri. Oct. 16 Series Race at Phoenix 7:30PM FS1
Fri. Oct. 23 Love’s RV Stop 225 4:00PM FS1
Fri. Oct. 30 Zip Buy Now Pay Later 200 6:00PM FS1
Fri. Nov. 6 Championship race 7:30PM FS1

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