Ryan Blaney claimed the pole for the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series event at EchoPark Speedway, posting a blistering lap at 179.912 miles per hour. His effort gave Team Penske a clean sweep of the front row, with teammate Joey Logano lining up beside him.
The top five starters include Kyle Larson, Austin Dillon and Daniel Suarez, rounding out a competitive grid that promises a tight battle from the outset.
Mid‑field dynamics
Further back, points leader Denny Hamlin will have to work his way through the field from 28th, while Tyler Reddick and Christopher Bell are set to start in 31st and 32nd respectively. Shane van Gisbergen, the recent street‑course victor, lines up in 12th, adding extra intrigue to the mix.
The race, officially titled the Quaker State 400 Available at Walmart, is slated for Sunday night and will take place on the 1.5‑mile track in Fort Worth, Texas. Fans can expect a high‑stakes showdown under the lights.