The NASCAR Cup Series Championship Weekend is upon us, and the tension is palpable as twelve drivers gear up for the ultimate showdown at the Phoenix Raceway! Only three will emerge victorious, clutching the coveted championship trophies, while the rest will be left to ponder what could have been.
Leading the charge is the legendary Joe Gibbs Racing team, featuring the formidable duo of Denny Hamlin and Chase Briscoe. But don’t count out the powerhouse of Hendrick Motorsports, boasting the talents of Kyle Larson and William Byron, both eager to claim glory. It’s an epic clash of titans that promises to deliver heart-stopping action and nail-biting drama.
In the Xfinity Series, reigning champion Justin Allgaier is on a mission to defend his title against fierce competitors, including teammates Connor Zilisch and Carson Kvapil, along with Jesse Love from Richard Childress Racing. Meanwhile, the Truck Series sees TRICON’s Corey Heim, who has had a historically dominant season, prepared to fend off challenges from Kaden Honeycutt of Halmar-Friesen Racing, Tyler Ankrum from McAnally-Hilgemann Racing, and defending champion Ty Majeski of ThorSport Racing.
This year marks a significant turning point as Phoenix Raceway will host its finale for the last time, making way for the series to return to Homestead-Miami Speedway for the title-decider in 2026. Fans, get ready for an unforgettable weekend filled with racing passion and fierce competition!
Don’t miss the highly anticipated post-race show, “Inside The Race,” airing immediately after the thrilling conclusion of the NASCAR Cup Series. Hosted by the dynamic duo Alex Weaver and Steve Letarte, the show will be broadcast live from the dynamic frontstretch of Phoenix Raceway. Expect exclusive insights from racing legends Kyle Petty, Jeff Burton, and Mamba Smith, along with guest appearances from the newly crowned champion and race winner.
Will history repeat itself, as it did in 2023 with Ross Chastain, where the winner and the champion were not the same? We’ll be on standby to capture every twist and turn!
Motorsport.com’s Senior NASCAR Editor, Matt Weaver, will provide expert analysis, breaking down the exhilarating finale and interviewing the sport’s latest champion. The show will also be accessible on our official social media pages, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment of the action!
Here’s the complete schedule for the action-packed weekend you won’t want to miss:
– 7:35 PM EST – NASCAR Truck Series Practice – N/A – 3:35 PM EST – NASCAR Truck Series Qualifying – FOX SPORTS 2 – 4:35 PM EST – NASCAR Xfinity Series Practice – THE CW APP – 5:35 PM EST – NASCAR Cup Series Practice – TRUTV – 7:30 PM EST – NASCAR Truck Series Race (150 laps) – FOX SPORTS 1 – 3:30 PM EST – NASCAR Xfinity Series Qualifying – CW APP – 5:00 PM EST – NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying – TRUTV – 7:30 PM EST – NASCAR Xfinity Series Race (200 laps) – THE CW – 3:00 PM EST – NASCAR Cup Series Championship Finale (312 laps) – NBC
With a full field of 39 teams gearing up for the much-anticipated Cup race, including part-time entries like the Garage 66 Ford with Casey Mears and the No. 44 NY Racing Team Chevrolet driven by J.J. Yeley, the stakes couldn’t be higher!
Prepare for a weekend of high-octane excitement, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable moments as NASCAR’s finest battle for supremacy in a race that will go down in history! Tune in and witness the drama unfold!
