NASCAR Atlanta qualifying results and starting lineup for the Quaker State 400 Cup Series race on July 11, 2026, at EchoPark Speedway. Kyle Larson secured the top spot with a time of 30.966 seconds, followed by Austin Dillon and Shane van Gisbergen. The race weekend is crucial as it approaches the end of the regular season, with the Chase bubble still undecided. Additionally, the in-season challenge tournament's quarterfinals are set for this weekend, adding another layer of excitement. The qualifying session, consisting of two rounds, commenced at 3:30 p.m. CT, with the top 10 drivers advancing to the second round. The race itself will be held on a 1.54-mile oval track in Hampton, Georgia, and will be broadcast on truTV, SiriusXM, HBO MAX, and NASCAR.com. This event marks the second visit to Atlanta this year, with Tyler Reddick emerging victorious in February despite facing challenges with a damaged race car. The weekend's schedule also includes the full track schedule, TV schedule for the Quaker State 400, and other races, as well as the latest Cup Series points standings and post-race analysis from Chicagoland. The passing of Kyle Busch is also being honored, adding a somber note to the weekend's events.
