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NASCAR Unveils 2026 Sports Illustrated Resorts 250 Entry List for Nashville Superspeedway

38 drivers, including J.J. Yeley, Kyle Larson and Cleetus McFarland, will contest the season‑opening race in May

NASCAR’s official entry list for the 2026 Sports Illustrated Resorts 250 has been released, confirming a 38‑car field that will take the green flag at Nashville Superspeedway in May.

Notable Drivers

Among the confirmed competitors are veteran J.J. Yeley, 2021 Cup Series champion Kyle Larson, and popular dirt‑track star Cleetus McFarland, each slated to bring distinct skill sets to the 1.33‑mile concrete oval.

Event Significance

The race represents Nashville’s only scheduled NASCAR event of the year and sits as the third concrete‑track date on the 2026 calendar, while also marking the first weekend in which all three NASCAR national series will be on track simultaneously.

Team and Car Details

Cleetus McFarland is slated to pilot the No. 33 entry for Richard Childress Racing, adding a high‑profile presence to the lineup and underscoring the partnership between the driver and the storied organization.

Fans can expect a packed weekend of on‑track action, with teams and drivers preparing for a competitive showing that will set the tone for the remainder of the season.

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