Atlanta Motor Speedway hosts an action-packed NASCAR weekend, featuring the start of the 2024 Cup Series Playoffs with the Quaker State 400 and the Xfinity Series Focused Health 250. Saturday began with Cup and Xfinity Series qualifying, setting the stage for the weekend's races. Michael McDowell secured the pole position for Sunday's Quaker State 400. The Xfinity Series race, crucial for drivers still vying for playoff spots, followed its qualifying rounds. The Atlanta Braves celebrated NASCAR Night at Truist Park, with appearances by notable drivers like Chase Elliott and Austin Cindric. Weather forecasts predict partly cloudy skies with minimal chances of rain, ensuring favorable conditions for racing.