The NASCAR Cup Series will head to Richmond Raceway on August 15 for the Cook Out 400, a 400‑lap spectacle that forms part of the regular season and offers three distinct stages.
Pole Position and Manufacturer Momentum
Ryan Blaney will start from the pole, with five Ford entries among the top ten, setting the stage for a fierce battle that includes a mix of veteran and rising talent.
The race is divided into 70 laps for stage one, 160 laps for stage two and 170 laps for the final stage, covering a total distance of 300 miles.
Broadcast partners have lined up comprehensive coverage: USA Network will air the event live at roughly 6:10 p.m. Central Time, while MRN provides radio play‑by‑play from Nashville on 102.5 FM. Fans can also watch in‑car camera feeds on HBO Max and tune into SiriusXM channel 90 for the audio feed.
Team Penske, Joe Gibbs Racing, and a host of other outfits such as Wood Brothers Racing, Hendrick Motorsports and RFK Racing will field entries, with drivers like Chase Briscoe, Joey Logano and Brad Keselowski representing the organization's ambitions.
Bubba Wallace, piloting a Toyota for 23XI Racing, and Chevrolet stalwarts Brad Keselowski and Austin Dillon add further depth to a field that also includes drivers from Legacy Motor Club, Trackhouse Racing and several other programs.
With only three races remaining before the playoffs commence, the outcomes at Richmond could shape the championship picture, making the event a pivotal moment for teams eyeing a spot in the Chase.