Atlanta Racing Weekend: What's in Store?

Get ready for an action-packed weekend at Atlanta Motor Speedway! The excitement starts on Friday with the Truck and Xfinity Series qualifying. The Cup Series drivers will take to the track on Saturday morning, setting the stage for an intense day of racing. The weekend will wrap up on Sunday with the Ambetter Health 400, where drivers will battle it out for the top spot. The race will feature stage breaks at 60, 100, and 100 laps, making strategy a key factor throughout the event. The Atlanta Motor Speedway is known for its superspeedway-style drafting, which adds an extra layer of excitement to the races. This year, the Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and Truck Series will all be in action. Along with the races, there will be driver autograph sessions and fan-friendly entertainment, making it a weekend full of excitement both on and off the track. Fans can catch all the action on various networks. The Cup Series race will air on FOX, while Cup Series qualifying will be available on Prime Video. The Xfinity Series action can be seen on the CW, and the Truck Series on FS1. For those who want to attend the event in person, tickets are available through Atlanta Motor Speedway’s website and NASCAR’s official ticketing partners. Prices range from $65 to $150 depending on seating positions. The weather forecast for the weekend looks promising, with temperatures reaching a high of 52°F on Saturday and 55°F on Sunday. The chance of rain is low, making it ideal for racing conditions. However, if Mother Nature has other plans, NASCAR offers a Speedway Motorsports Weather Guarantee. This means if a fan cannot attend a rescheduled event due to weather delays, their ticket can be credited toward a future NASCAR race at any Speedway Motorsports track. Fans must redeem their ticket credit within 60 days or before the end of the calendar year. The driver line-up for the weekend is impressive, with some big names in the Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and Truck Series. The Cup Series entry list features 39 teams, leaving one open spot on the 40-car grid. Notable entries include Corey LaJoie, J. J. Yeley, and B. J. McLeod. The Xfinity Series will see 38 drivers, including Aric Almirola and Mason Massey. The Truck Series entry list includes 33 drivers, featuring Kyle Busch and Michael McDowell. The total prize purse for the weekend is substantial, with the Cup Series payout standing at $11, 055, 250. The Xfinity Series purse is $1, 651, 939, while the Truck Series payout is $782, 900. This includes charter payouts, contingency awards, and contributions to the season points fund. Beyond the races, Atlanta Motor Speedway offers plenty of entertainment. Fans can meet drivers and NASCAR legends at autograph sessions throughout the weekend. On Saturday, fans will have the chance to meet Cole Custer, Justin Allgaier, and William Byron. On Sunday, appearances include Denny Hamlin, Chase Briscoe, Richard Petty, and Samantha Busch. The Fan Zone will be open all weekend, featuring games, prizes, merchandise, and driver appearances. On Sunday morning, NASCAR legend Michael Waltrip will hold a meet-and-greet session, while later in the day, Billy Gibbons will perform live. Other activities include a Q&A session with Funkanometry, a live auction, and NASCAR Trackside Live featuring Daniel Suarez, Kyle Busch, Ricky Stenhouse Jr. , and Zane Smith. Tailgating is allowed on a first-come, first-served basis in designated areas. Each person can bring two bags no larger than 18″x18″x14″. Soft-sided coolers up to 14″x14″x14″ are permitted, but glass containers are prohibited. Fans can bring frozen water bottles to keep drinks cold throughout the event.