A new chapter for the O'Reilly Series
NASCAR has confirmed that the O'Reilly Series will make its sole appearance in 2026 at Pocono Raceway in Pennsylvania during the month of June. The venue, known for its challenging three‑turn layout, will be the only track on the schedule to host the series next year, underscoring its importance to the calendar.
Qualifying for the event will follow a straightforward single‑lap format. Each driver will complete one flying lap, and the metric system will rank the times to produce the starting lineup. The fastest lap will determine pole position, a method that has already proven decisive in previous seasons.
In 2025, Chase Elliott secured the pole at Pocono with a blistering lap, setting a benchmark for the upcoming year. His performance has raised expectations for a competitive showdown in 2026, especially as teams fine‑tune their setups for the unique demands of the track.
The highlight of the schedule is the Sports Illustrated Resorts 250 at Nashville Superspeedway in Tennessee. The qualifying order for that race lists a diverse field of drivers, including Patrick Emerling, Natalie Decker and Carson Ware, among many others. The metric‑based ranking will shape the grid for what promises to be a tightly contested event.
Beyond the on‑track action, the series continues to attract a broad roster of competitors, from seasoned veterans such as Joey Gase and Kyle Larson to rising talents like Jesse Love and Connor Zilisch. The full entry list reflects NASCAR's commitment to showcasing a wide spectrum of driver talent across the United States.