Sprint car racing series approach 2026 championship conclusions

Sprint car racing series are entering the final stages of their 2026 campaigns. In the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series, Sheldon Haudenschild currently holds third place in the points standings. Having secured 10 wins and 36 top-five finishes across 57 races, Haudenschild is navigating a demanding 86-night national schedule that involves extensive travel across the United States and Ontario.

Meanwhile, the American Sprint Car Series (ASCS) National Tour is approaching its championship conclusion. Sam Hafertepe Jr. holds a 22-point lead over Matt Covington heading into a dual-state weekend in September. The upcoming races include a Saturday event at Moberly Motorsports Park in Missouri and a Sunday race at Eagle Raceway in Nebraska. The winner at Eagle Raceway is set to receive a $10,022 payday.