Denny Hamlin takes late lead to capture 3rd straight season win, 8th Cup Series win at Pocono
Denny Hamlin secured his third consecutive win of the season and his eighth Cup Series victory by taking the lead late in the ARCA Menards Series Sunset Hill Shooting Range 150 at Pocono Raceway. The lead change occurred after Christopher Bell ran out of fuel in the final laps. Hamlin's win extended his streak and highlighted the competitive nature of the Pocono event.
- ▪The race took place on June 12, 2026 at Pocono Raceway in Pennsylvania.
- ▪Christopher Bell ran out of gas during the closing stages, allowing Hamlin to assume the lead.
- ▪Hamlin crossed the finish line first, marking his third straight season win and eighth Cup Series victory.
- ▪The event was part of the ARCA Menards Series and was titled the Sunset Hill Shooting Range 150.
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