The 2024 NASCAR Cup Series is set to continue at the Talladega Superspeedway for the YellaWood 500, the fifth race in the playoffs' Round of 12, scheduled for Sunday, October 6 at 2 p.m. ET. Known for its unpredictability, this race will be crucial as no playoff driver has secured a spot in the Round of 8. The event will see 40 drivers competing, including AJ Allmendinger, Cody Ware, and J.J. Yeley, with qualifying determining the starting order. Meanwhile, Ross Chastain recently won the Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway, his first win of the season, which has affected the playoff standings. Chase Elliott, despite engine issues at Kansas, remains in playoff contention. The Talladega weekend also features Xfinity and Truck Series events, promising a packed schedule for NASCAR fans.