Kansas Speedway Will Host ARCA Finale on September 25
The Menards 150 marks the conclusion of the 2026 ARCA Menards Series season this Friday.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Motorsports
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The Kansas Speedway will host the Menards 150 on September 25, 2026, serving as the deciding event for the ARCA Menards Series championship. Jake Bollman enters the race with a 16-point lead over Thomas Annunziata in the series standings.
Why it matters
The race serves as the definitive end to the 2026 season and will crown both a driver champion and an owner's champion. Championship outcomes hinge on performance during the 150-mile event, where tie-breakers and consistency will play a role.
Jake Bollman leads the series with 18 top-ten finishes in 19 starts, while Lanie Buice maintains an average finish of 4.25 in four starts this year. Carson Brown enters the final race with three victories on the 2026 season.
The players
Jake Bollman
He is the current ARCA Menards Series points leader seeking to clinch the 2026 championship.
Thomas Annunziata
He is a championship contender currently trailing the series leader by 16 points.
Joe Gibbs Racing
This professional racing organization currently leads the ARCA owner's championship standings.
Carson Brown
He is a driver in the series who has secured three race victories during the 2026 season.
Lanie Buice
She is an ARCA competitor who has maintained a consistent 4.25 average finish across her four starts this year.
The details
The 150-mile race will feature a scheduled caution at or near lap 50, with the potential for unlimited overtime attempts if a late caution occurs. Jake Bollman needs to finish tenth or better to secure the title, while the Joe Gibbs Racing No. 18 team requires Gio Ruggiero to finish sixth or higher for the owner's championship.
Timeline
September 25, 2026: The Menards 150 takes place at Kansas Speedway.
Season Trajectory
The Menards 150 concludes the 2026 ARCA Menards Series season, determining the final standings for drivers and teams. The race results will finalize the competitive balance established over the course of the year and solidify the champion for the 2026 cycle.
Jake Bollman requires a top-ten finish to secure the driver championship regardless of other outcomes. The owner's title depends on Gio Ruggiero placing sixth or better to maintain the 11-point advantage held by the Joe Gibbs Racing No. 18 team.
The takeaway
The championship comes down to consistency and performance in the final 150 miles of the season. Drivers who maintain discipline during the mid-race caution and overtime periods are most likely to influence the final standings.
Further reading
For more information on the final standings, check out Motorsports.
More information
Track live results during the race via ARCA live timing and scoring data.
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