On July 12 the NASCAR Cup Series will illuminate EchoPark Speedway in Georgia for the Quaker State 400 Available at Walmart, the headline event of Atlanta’s Night Race weekend.
Larry McReynolds, a longtime FOX Sports analyst and former crew chief, has been entrusted with the honor of driving the pace car for the race. McReynolds previously guided Ernie Irvan to a spring‑time victory at the same venue in 1994, a triumph that cemented his reputation in NASCAR circles.
A Legend Behind the Wheel
The weekend’s on‑track schedule begins on Saturday with qualifying for both the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and the Cup Series, setting the stage for a full slate of competition that will culminate on Sunday night.
The Focused Health 250 is slated for Saturday at 7 p.m., while the green flag for the Quaker State 400 drops at 7 p.m. on Sunday, promising a night of high‑octane racing under the lights.
Fans attending the event can look forward to a blend of tradition and modern spectacle, as McReynolds’ presence adds a narrative layer of excitement to the proceedings.