The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Atlanta Motor Speedway this weekend for the Quaker State 400, a high-stakes drafting race that serves as the third event in the summer stretch for TNT Sports. Coverage begins Sunday, July 12, at 6:00 p.m. EST, with the green flag scheduled for 7:19 p.m. EST, broadcast on TNT and streamed via HBO Max.
Race Weekend Schedule at Atlanta Motor Speedway
The schedule includes qualifying sessions and feature races across multiple divisions.
- Saturday, July 11
- NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts 150 (Truck Series): Qualifying at 11:00 a.m. EST (CW App), Race at 7:00 p.m. EST (The CW Network).
- NASCAR Cup Series: Qualifying at 4:30 p.m. EST (truTV / HBO Max).
- Sunday, July 12
- NASCAR Cup Series Pre-Race: 6:00 p.m. EST (TNT / HBO Max).
- Quaker State 400: Green flag at 7:19 p.m. EST (TNT / HBO Max).
Broadcast and Viewing Information
TNT Sports is the primary broadcaster for the Cup Series event, continuing its summer coverage schedule. According to NASCAR’s official broadcast partners, fans can access the race through several platforms:
- Television: The race will be televised on TNT. International viewers should consult local listings, such as TSN in Canada.
- Live Streaming: HBO Max will carry a live stream of the race, along with dedicated feeds for in-car cameras.
- Radio: Performance Racing Network (PRN) and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio will provide live audio coverage.
Cup Series Competition Outlook
The field for the Quaker State 400 features 38 entries, including two open spots. The entry list includes the No. 66 entry driven by Chad Finchum and the No. 78 Live Fast Motorsports Chevrolet piloted by B.J. McLeod.
The Atlanta track, known for its high-speed drafting characteristics, has historically produced varied winners. Chase Elliott enters the weekend as the defending winner of the summer race at the venue, while Tyler Reddick secured the most recent victory at the track. Denny Hamlin currently holds the Cup Series championship lead, entering the weekend with a 44-point advantage over Reddick.
Technical Specifications
The Quaker State 400 is contested over 260 laps, divided into three stages of 60, 100, and 100 laps. Teams are allotted nine sets of tires for the event.
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