RFK Racing is gearing up for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma on July 28, 2026. Chris Buescher leads the team ranked 7th in the points standings, followed by Brad Keselowski in 19th and Ryan Preece in 16th. The race will take place on the 12-turn road course, marking the 20th points race of the season. Key pairings for the NASCAR In-Season Tournament include Buescher against John Hunt Nemechek and Keselowski against Austin Cindric.

By the Numbers
  • RFK Racing has 2 Cup wins at Sonoma (1997 and 2014).
  • Chris Buescher has an average finish of 12.8 in 9 starts at Sonoma.
State of Play
  • Buescher achieved a sixth-place finish at the recent San Diego Street Race.
  • Kenselowski, due to mechanical issues, finished 34th in that event.
What's Next

The team will look to build on their performance from previous races with strategic adjustments and focus on qualifying well to secure advantageous positions at Sonoma. The NASCAR In-Season Tournament could provide an additional layer of competition and motivation.

Bottom Line

RFK Racing aims to leverage past successes at Sonoma while navigating the challenges of the Cup Series season. Key performances from Buescher and Preece could determine their standing in the ongoing tournament and season points.