NASCAR Unveils Green‑Flag Times for Nashville Superspeedway
The sanctioning body announced the green‑flag times for the May 2026 weekend at Nashville Superspeedway, marking a tightly packed schedule that will see three national series in consecutive evenings. The move underscores NASCAR's effort to capture prime‑time viewership while delivering a compact, fan‑friendly weekend.
Friday night will kick off the action at 8:21 p.m. Eastern Time, with the NASCAR Truck Series taking the track on Fox Sports 1. The broadcast promises a late‑night showdown that traditionally draws a dedicated audience of racing enthusiasts.
Saturday follows with the O'Reilly Auto Parts‑sponsored series beginning at 7:35 p.m. ET, this time on The CW. The network's prime‑time slot is expected to broaden the series' reach, introducing new viewers to the series' unique blend of competition and strategy.
The weekend culminates on Sunday night when the premier NASCAR Cup Series takes the green flag at 7:20 p.m. ET, streaming live on Prime Video. The high‑stakes race will be the second consecutive event in the last three weekends, a cadence that has generated considerable buzz among fans and analysts alike.
NASCAR officials highlighted the strategic importance of the Nashville venue, noting its historic significance and the growing popularity of the track among drivers and spectators. The back‑to‑back weekend is positioned as a marquee event to close out the spring racing circuit.
Fans can anticipate a weekend filled with intense on‑track battles, vibrant fan experiences, and a schedule that maximizes evening viewership across multiple platforms. The convergence of broadcast partners underscores a collaborative approach to delivering motorsports content to a diverse audience.