Pole Position at the Magic Mile
Tyler Reddick dominated the qualifying session for the Dollar Tree 301, posting a top speed of 131.094 miles per hour in his No. 45 Toyota. His performance locked him at the front of the grid for the penultimate race of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series, a milestone that underscores the growing momentum of his team.
Josh Berry came within a hair’s breadth of Reddick, finishing second after a lap just 0.015 seconds slower. Berry’s effort, achieved behind the wheel of a No. 21 Ford for Wood Brothers Racing, highlighted the tight competition among the series’ elite drivers.
The race itself will be staged on a four‑turn, 1.058‑mile oval famously nicknamed the "Magic Mile" in Loudon, New Hampshire. Its unique layout blends high‑speed straights with challenging turns, a combination that has historically produced dramatic on‑track battles.
Among the entries, Denny Hamlin, Shane van Gisbergen and Bubba Wallace are slated to compete, adding further star power to an already stacked field. The starting lineup also features representatives from powerhouse organizations such as Hendrick Motorsports, Joe Gibbs Racing and Front Row Motorsports.
Live coverage of the Dollar Tree 301 will be broadcast on USA Network at 2:00 p.m. ET, giving fans across the country a chance to witness the final push toward the season‑ending championship race. Pre‑race penalties will not affect the lineup, ensuring that the on‑track order set during qualifying remains the basis for the event.