NASCAR All-Star Race Lineup Set At North Wilkesboro

The NASCAR All-Star Race weekend at North Wilkesboro Speedway features a unique format with two 75-lap heat races determining the starting lineup for the main 250-lap All-Star Race. Brad Keselowski won the first heat and secured the pole position, while Christopher Bell won the second heat, placing both on the front row for the main event. The race field includes 20 pre-qualified drivers, with three additional spots filled by the top two finishers of the All-Star Open and a fan vote winner, all starting at the back. The All-Star Race eligibility requires drivers to have won a Cup Series race recently, be past All-Star winners, or former Cup champions running full-time. Notably, fan vote contenders include rookie Shane van Gisbergen, Ryan Preece making his first All-Star appearance if selected, and rising star Carson Hocevar. The event is broadcast with live streaming options and promises high stakes with a million-dollar prize.