A Rain‑Soaked Return to Nashville
The NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series is set to make its highly anticipated comeback to Nashville Superspeedway on Saturday, May 30. After practice and qualifying were pushed back by rain, the series will finally take the green flag at roughly 6:30 p.m. Central time, ready to tackle the 1.33‑mile concrete oval in Lebanon, Tennessee.
Because the weather washed out the usual on‑track sessions, NASCAR turned to its rule‑book metric to lock in the starting order. The metric, which blends performance data from earlier sessions, will dictate where each car lines up when the engines roar to life.
Cleetus McFarland, the popular driver known for his high‑octane style, will start 38th in the No. 33 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet. It will mark his second career start, a milestone that has fans eager to see how he handles the historic track.
The race will consist of 188 laps, covering a total of 250 miles, divided into three stages — 45 laps, another 45 laps, and a final 98‑lap sprint. This format promises a mix of strategy and raw speed, especially as teams adjust to the unique demands of the Nashville layout.
Fans will be able to watch the action live on the CW Network, which will provide a national broadcast of the event. For those who prefer to stream, FUBO will carry the race in limited markets nationwide, offering a free trial to new subscribers who want to catch the excitement in real time.
The field features a diverse roster of drivers representing a wide array of racing programs, from Richard Childress Racing to Hendrick Motorsports and beyond. Each team brings its own history and technical expertise, adding layers of intrigue to the competition.
Beyond the on‑track drama, the event underscores the resilience of NASCAR’s grassroots series, which continues to adapt to changing circumstances while delivering thrilling racing to a growing audience. As the green flag drops, the stage is set for a memorable night of speed, strategy, and spectacle.