The NASCAR All‑Star Race weekend rolls into Dover, Delaware, this May 16, bringing a fresh twist to the traditional qualifying routine.
A Qualifying Like No Other
Instead of a simple shoot‑out, drivers will complete a full lap, pit on the second circuit and then race back to the checkered flag. The resulting order will determine the starting grid for the opening segment of the 350‑lap event.
All 36 entries are slated to take the green flag, with the new format promising extra strategy and on‑track drama as crews decide the optimal moment to pit.
The race itself will be televised live on FOX Sports 1, while online viewers can stream the action through the FOX One app and NASCAR.com.
Set against the backdrop of a 1‑mile oval in the First State, the weekend will feature a roster of top‑tier talent, including Ross Chastain, Austin Cindric, Austin Dillon and a host of other series regulars.
Fans attending or watching from home can expect a blend of high‑octane competition and the unique pageantry that has become a hallmark of the All‑Star weekend.