The NASCAR Cup Series is set to return to Atlanta for the Quaker State 400, with the on‑track action kicking off on July 11 at EchoPark Speedway in Hampton, Georgia. The event marks the second visit to the 1.54‑mile oval this year, promising another chapter in the series’ tightly contested schedule.
Tyler Reddick captured the February race despite a damaged car, and he enters the weekend as one of the favorites. His performance has added extra intrigue to the upcoming qualifying session, which will determine the starting order for the main event.
Qualifying Format
Qualifying will unfold in two distinct rounds. The first round begins at 3:30 p.m. Central Time, and the ten fastest drivers from that session advance to a final round that will decide the pole position. This structure is designed to increase on‑track competition and give more drivers a chance to battle for the front spot.
Entry List Highlights
The entry list features a blend of veteran teams and emerging programs. Notable entries include drivers from Trackhouse Racing, Team Penske, Richard Childress Racing, Front Row Motorsports, Hendrick Motorsports, Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing, Spire Motorsports, Kaulig Racing, Joe Gibbs Racing, Wood Brothers Racing, 23XI Racing, Haas Factory Team, Legacy Motor Club and Rick Ware Racing. Each organization brings a distinct strategy to the 1.54‑mile oval.
How to Watch
Fans can follow the qualifying live on truTV, with radio coverage available through SiriusXM and the Performance Racing Network. Streaming options include HBO Max and the official NASCAR.com platform, ensuring multiple avenues for viewers to stay engaged with the action as it unfolds.
The race weekend will also showcase a diverse roster of drivers, ranging from championship contenders such as Chase Elliott and Joey Logano to rising talents like Zane Smith and Connor Zilisch. Their participation underscores the competitive depth of the series as it heads into the summer stretch.