Get ready for an exciting race as we unveil the full starting lineup for the NASCAR Cup Series at the Circuit of The Americas! On Sunday, February 28, 2026, the track will witness a thrilling showdown. Tyler Reddick, a rising star, will kick things off with the green flag after securing the Busch Light Pole Award. But it's not just about Reddick's dominance; he's aiming for a historic feat, becoming the first driver to start the Cup Series season with three consecutive wins. Will he make it happen? Find out as we dive into the lineup.
Trackhouse Racing's Ross Chastain, the 2022 COTA winner, qualified second and will be right behind Reddick. It's a strong showing for Chastain, who is determined to challenge for the top spot. The race promises an intense battle between these two talented drivers.
The DuraMax Texas Grand Prix, powered by RelaDyne, is set to begin at 3:30 p.m. ET, and you won't want to miss it! Catch the action on FOX, HBO Max, PRN Radio, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. With a star-studded lineup, this race is sure to be a spectacle, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
Here's the full lineup, with each position and driver's name:
1. Tyler Reddick
2. Ross Chastain
3. Chase Briscoe
4. Ryan Blaney
5. Chase Elliott
6. Michael McDowell
7. AJ Allmendinger
8. Christopher Bell
9. Ty Gibbs
10. William Byron
11. Zane Smith
12. Carson Hocevar
13. Shane van Gisbergen
14. Chris Buescher
15. Kyle Larson
16. Alex Bowman
17. Todd Gilliland
18. Cole Custer
19. Denny Hamlin
20. Joey Logano
21. Ty Dillon
22. Josh Berry
23. Daniel Suárez
24. Bubba Wallace
25. Connor Zilisch (rookie)
26. Brad Keselowski
27. Jesse Love (ineligible for points)
28. Austin Cindric
29. Ryan Preece
30. Kyle Busch
31. John Hunter Nemechek
32. Riley Herbst
33. Austin Dillon
34. Ricky Stenhouse Jr.
35. Noah Gragson
36. Erik Jones
37. Cody Ware
This race is shaping up to be a thrilling display of speed and strategy. Who will emerge victorious? Stay tuned as we bring you all the action and excitement from the Circuit of The Americas!
