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Briscoe holds off Bell in NASCAR’s return to Chicagoland Speedway
By Jay Cohen, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 6, 2026
· 4 min read
Chase Briscoe was on an offseason bonding trip to the United Kingdom with crew chief James Small when the NASCAR driver discovered chocolate buttons, a popular British treat. He bought some online after he returned to the U.S., but he said it wasn't the same.Small purchased some on a return trip ...
Key takeaway , and he promised to share if Briscoe won on the crew chief's birthday.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For Piney Point Village residents who are NASCAR fans, Chase Briscoe's win at Chicagoland Speedway is a notable event, especially given the series' return to the track after a four-year absence. The fact that the race drew a sellout crowd suggests that there is still strong interest in the sport in the region. While Piney Point Village is located in the Houston area, many locals may have been following the progress of drivers like Christopher Bell, who was competing with an injury, and Tyler Reddick, whose championship hopes took a hit due to a mechanical issue. The strong performance of Toyota drivers, including Bell and Denny Hamlin, may also be of interest to local car enthusiasts. As the NASCAR season continues, Piney Point Village residents can look forward to seeing how their favorite drivers fare in upcoming races.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Chase Briscoe was on an offseason bonding trip to the United Kingdom with crew chief James Small when the NASCAR driver discovered chocolate buttons, a popular British treat. He bought some online after he returned to the U.S., but he said it wasn't the same.Small purchased some on a return trip ...
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