NASCAR’s Coca‑Cola 600 Returns to Charlotte with New Lineup and Broadcast Twist
Tyler Reddick grabs the pole as Austin Hill makes his debut in the iconic No. 33 car for the Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte.
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Tyler Reddick grabs the pole as Austin Hill makes his debut in the iconic No. 33 car for the Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte.
With qualifying washed out by rain, the lineup for the Coca‑Cola 600 is set, featuring Tyler Reddick on pole and Austin Hill replacing Kyle Busch, as the sport prepares a series of tributes before the race airs on Amazon Prime Video.

The 2026 Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway will be streamed on Prime Video and serve as a tribute to the late Kyle Busch, featuring a revised lineup and a broadcast team of Adam Alexander, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Steve Letarte.

Following Kyle Busch's unexpected death at 41, the NASCAR community paid tribute at Charlotte Motor Speedway, sharing memories of his courage, passion and lasting impact on the sport.

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. led the speed charts in a rain‑soaked practice that was interrupted by a red flag for a flat tire on Austin Dillon's car, with several drivers offering support before the action resumed.

Despite a washout of qualifying, Ricky Stenhouse Jr topped the opening practice at Charlotte Motor Speedway, posting a lap of 29.069 seconds ahead of a tightly packed field.

A washout at Charlotte Motor Speedway forces NASCAR to rely on a points‑based metric to set the lineup for the 600‑mile Coca‑Cola 600, with Tyler Reddick taking pole as the event prepares for a live broadcast on Amazon Prime Video.
A weekend storm forced the cancellation of NASCAR Cup Series practice and qualifying at Charlotte Motor Speedway, setting the Coca‑Cola 600 lineup by rule and prompting a special tribute to the late Kyle Busch.
Rain forced the cancellation of qualifying at Charlotte Motor Speedway, with the starting lineup for the Coca-Cola 600 set by metric scores, placing Tyler Reddick on pole.
Rain forced NASCAR to use a rulebook metric to determine the starting order for the Coca‑Cola 600, with Tyler Reddick taking the pole and Austin Hill stepping into Kyle Busch’s seat. Teams will wear ‘Rowdy’ decals and display No. 8 tributes as the series prepares for a nationally streamed event on Amazon Prime Video.

A storm forced NASCAR to cancel qualifying for the Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte, setting the grid by rule and revealing the broadcast schedule for the May 24 race.

NASCAR and its community mourn the loss of Kyle Busch, reflecting on his record‑breaking career and the impact he left on fans and fellow drivers.
Austin Hill will drive the iconic No. 8 car for Richard Childress Racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway, stepping into a role left vacant by the late Kyle Busch. With Denny Hamlin as the odds‑on favorite and a field of mid‑range and longshot drivers, the race promises both competition and a poignant tribute.

Kyle Busch’s career spanned unprecedented wins, team building, and a personal commitment to helping others, leaving a multifaceted legacy in racing and beyond.
A tribute to fallen soldier Glenn L. Harris will accompany the Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, highlighting his military service, sacrifice, and surviving family.
Kyle Busch, a two‑time Cup Series champion and one of NASCAR’s most dominant drivers, died on May 21 after a sudden illness. His career, marked by fierce competition and deep connections with teammates and fans, has prompted an outpouring of tributes across the sport.

NASCAR mourns the loss of Kyle Busch a two time champion with 234 victories whose controversial antics and unapologetic style defined an era

Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR Cup champion, died at 41 following a hospitalization in Charlotte. His family, teams and the sport’s leadership released statements highlighting his career, his philanthropic work and the impact of his death on fans worldwide.

Kyle Busch, the winningest driver in NASCAR history, died at 41 after a severe illness. His legacy, records and the outpouring of grief from fellow drivers and fans are explored.

NASCAR and the Busch family announced the passing of Kyle Busch, 41, highlighting his record 60 Cup Series wins, two championships, and lasting impact on the sport.

Qualifying metrics for the Cup, O’Reilly and Truck Series have been published, highlighting the top performers who will start the Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

NASCAR’s Coca‑Cola 600 will crown a champion on May 24, 2026, with Tyler Reddick topping the championship battle ahead of a stacked field at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Veteran Christopher Bell has logged three Truck Series starts this season, culminating in a win at Bristol, while the No. 62 Toyota will field a new driver at Charlotte Motor Speedway this weekend.

NASCAR will pay tribute to fallen U.S. Rangers during the 2026 Coca-Cola 600, featuring the names of Glenn L. Harris and Frankie Phillips IV on the cars of John Hunter Nemechek and Jimmie Johnson respectively.