Where is NASCAR racing this weekend?
All three of NASCAR's national touring series are at Texas Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Texas Qualifying: Byron Second, Larson Fourth
William Byron and Kyle Larson of Hendrick Motorsports will start in the top five for Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Texas Motor Speedway after a strong qualifying session. Byron secured second place, while Larson will start fourth.
Key Insights
- William Byron will start second after a lap of 28.189 seconds.
- Kyle Larson qualified fourth with a lap of 28.21 seconds.
- Alex Bowman starts 11th, and Chase Elliott starts 29th.
- Hendrick Motorsports boasts a dominant record at Texas Motor Speedway, leading in wins (12), poles (8), top fives (45), top 10s (80), and laps led (3,150).
- The team has won three of the last four races at Texas, with Larson (2021), Byron (2023), and Elliott (2024) all securing victories.
In-Depth Analysis
Texas Motor Speedway's distinct design, featuring two sets of corners built differently, presents a unique challenge to NASCAR Cup Series drivers. Hendrick Motorsports has historically excelled at this track. In the Xfinity Series, Corey Day will start 33rd, and Kyle Larson will fill in for Connor Zilisch. The Cup Series race is scheduled for Sunday at 3:30 p.m. on FS1.
FAQ
When is the Cup Series race?
Sunday at 3:30 p.m. ET on FS1.
Takeaways
- Hendrick Motorsports is once again a team to watch at Texas Motor Speedway. Byron and Larson's strong qualifying runs position them as top contenders for Sunday's race. Keep an eye on how their starting positions influence their race strategy and overall performance.
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