Blaney Takes Pole as NASCAR Sets Quaker State 400 Grid
Ryan Blaney secured the pole with a 30.815-second lap, followed by Joey Logano and Kyle Larson, as the full starting grid for the Quaker State 400 was revealed.
Jul 11, 2026
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Blaney Takes Pole for Quaker State 400 as Penske Locks Front Row
Ryan Blaney secured pole position for the Quaker State 400 at EchoPark Speedway with a 30.815‑second lap, edging teammate Joey Logano, while the full starting grid features 35 drivers from across the sport.
Jul 11, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole as NASCAR Sets Up Quaker State 400 at Atlanta’s EchoPark Speedway
Ryan Blaney secured pole position with a 30.815‑second lap, while Joey Logano and Kyle Larson will start alongside him in a 38‑driver field at EchoPark Speedway.
Jul 11, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole at EchoPark Speedway as Penske Dominates Qualifying
Ryan Blaney secured pole position with a 30.815‑second lap, while teammate Joey Logano joins him on the front row. Penske’s three cars occupied the top spots, no Toyota advanced to the final round, and several drivers faced a chaotic qualifying session marked by spin and shifting track conditions.
Jul 11, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole for Quaker State 400 at EchoPark Speedway
Ryan Blaney secured the pole position for the Quaker State 400 NASCAR Cup Series race at EchoPark Speedway with a lap of 30.815 seconds, edging teammate Joey Logano by half a tenth. The race will be televised on TNT and streamed on HBO Max.
Jul 11, 2026
Blaney Secures Pole as NASCAR Heads to EchoPark Speedway This Sunday
Ryan Blaney will start from the pole at EchoPark Speedway in Georgia, where a $11.2 million purse and a competitive lineup promise a dramatic race.
Jul 11, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole for Quaker State 400 at EchoPark Speedway
Ryan Blaney secured pole position for the Quaker State 400 NASCAR Cup Series race at EchoPark Speedway, edging out teammate Joey Logano by half a tenth. Penske locked out the front row while Toyota focused on race handling, and the event will be televised on TNT with a stream on HBO Max.
Jul 11, 2026
Ryan Blaney Takes Pole at EchoPark Speedway Ahead of NASCAR Cup Series Race
The NASCAR Cup Series returned to EchoPark Speedway in Georgia, where Ryan Blaney secured pole position with a 30.815‑second lap, while Joey Logano and Kyle Larson followed closely behind.
Jul 11, 2026
NASCAR Atlanta Weekend Sets Stage for Quaker State 400 Qualifying
The upcoming Cup Series qualifying for the Quaker State 400 at Atlanta will feature a revised format, a strong driver lineup and multiple viewing options.
Jul 11, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Atlanta for Quaker State 400 Qualifying
The upcoming weekend at Atlanta will see the final tune‑up for the Quaker State 400, with a two‑round qualifying format that could reshape the playoff picture.
Jul 11, 2026
NASCAR’s 20th Annual Quaker State 400 Returns to EchoPark Speedway in 2026
NASCAR’s 2026 season will feature its 20th race at EchoPark Speedway, where a single‑lap qualifying system will determine the top‑10 shoot‑out and a deep field of 36 drivers will compete.
Jul 11, 2026
NASCAR’s 20th 2026 Race Set for EchoPark Speedway
The 2026 Quaker State 400 will mark the twentieth Cup Series event at EchoPark Speedway, featuring a new qualifying format and a full roster of 38 drivers.
Jul 11, 2026
NASCAR In-Season Challenge Quarterfinal Showdown Heads to Atlanta
The second‑year NASCAR In‑Season Challenge reaches its quarterfinal round at Atlanta Motor Speedway, featuring four high‑stakes matchups and a live broadcast on TNT Sports.
Jul 11, 2026
NASCAR Sets Up Doubleheader at EchoPark Speedway for 2026 Quaker State 400
NASCAR will host the Quaker State 400 at EchoPark Speedway during the 22nd race weekend of the 2026 season, marking the first time the series schedules a doubleheader at the same track this year. Tyler Reddick captured the spring victory and now faces a field of favorites including Ryan Blaney William Byron Chase Elliott and himself, while BetMGM offers betting options for fans.
Jul 11, 2026
Rain Threat Could Cancel NASCAR Qualifying at Atlanta
NASCAR faces a potential washout at Atlanta Motor Speedway, where a rain‑soaked qualifying session could reshape the starting grid and elevate Denny Hamlin to pole.
Jul 11, 2026
Toyota’s Dominance Looms as NASCAR Heads to Atlanta’s Echopark Speedway
The upcoming Sunday night race at Atlanta’s 2.5‑mile oval will be broadcast on TNT, PRN and HBO Max, featuring a deep field of Toyota-powered entries, a points‑leading Hamlin, and a slate of drivers eyeing an upset in a drafting‑heavy event.
Jul 11, 2026
NASCAR to Stage Quaker State 400 at Atlanta Motor Speedway in 2026
NASCAR announces the 2026 Quaker State 400 at Atlanta Motor Speedway, with a new two‑variable qualifying metric, updated entry list and a primetime TNT Sports broadcast.
Jul 11, 2026
Logano Looms as Betting Favorite for Atlanta NASCAR Showdown
Joey Logano’s recent Atlanta successes and the unpredictable nature of plate‑track racing set the stage for a compelling betting landscape, with several under‑the‑radar drivers poised to break into the top ten.
Jul 11, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro for Inaugural Window World 450
The inaugural Window World 450 at North Wilkesboro Speedway will blend the venue's storied past with a fresh, electrifying atmosphere, offering fans a unique mix of nostalgia, tight racing and small‑town community spirit.
Jul 11, 2026
NASCAR’s Chicago Return Sparks Driver Debate Over Future Venues
NASCAR’s comeback to Chicagoland Speedway and the downtown street course has generated enthusiastic crowds, yet driver opinions diverge as the series ponders its long‑term presence in the Chicago metro area.
Jul 11, 2026
NASCAR Sets Up for Quaker State 400 at EchoPark Speedway
The Cup Series will race at Atlanta’s EchoPark Speedway on Sunday night, with a single‑group qualifying session on Saturday determining the lineup for the 400‑mile event.
Jul 10, 2026
North Wilkesboro Speedway Revives NASCAR Roots with Historic Cup Race
The July 19 Window World 450 will mark the first points‑paying NASCAR Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in nearly 30 years, drawing praise for its preserved history and intimate fan experience.
Jul 10, 2026
North Wilkesboro Speedway to Host Inaugural Window World 450 NASCAR Cup Race
The inaugural Window World 450 NASCAR Cup Series race will take place July 17‑19 at North Wilkesboro Speedway, marking the track’s return after nearly three decades and offering fans a blend of nostalgia and modern competition.
Jul 10, 2026
EchoPark Speedway’s Quaker State 400 Set for Another Unpredictable Showdown
The upcoming Quaker State 400 at EchoPark Speedway draws a deep field of contenders, from seasoned veterans to rising stars, all vying for a victory that history shows is anything but certain.
Jul 10, 2026