Michigan Strategy Guide for 36 for 36

Toyota’s reign in the 2026 Cup Series is on the line this weekend at Michigan, where Ford and Chevrolet are primed to strike back. With eight wins already this season, Toyota’s dominance faces a major test at a track where Ford has won 11 of the last 12 races — though some of those victories came from drivers no longer competing. It’s also time to play the 36 for 36 game smartly, with Denny Hamlin a must-start thanks to his eight straight top-10s at Michigan, and Ty Gibbs and Kyle Larson strong contenders to break their winless streaks. Avoid Tyler Reddick and Christopher Bell, whose Michigan performances have been underwhelming. Keep an eye on sleepers Chris Buescher and Zane Smith — both showing strong form and a knack for Michigan’s track. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/839993fc4d8c6995