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Jack Link’s 500 Set to Begin at Talladega Superspeedway

NASCAR Cup Series race kicks off at 3 p.m. ET with Zane Smith on pole and William Byron leading the standings.

Carson Hocevar, driver of the #77 Chili's Ride the 'Dente Chevrolet, races Joey Logano, driver of the #22 Shell-Pennzoil Ford, during the NASCAR Cup Series Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway on April 13, 2025 in Bristol, Tennessee.
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Overview

  • The Jack Link’s 500 will cover 188 laps on Talladega’s 2.66-mile oval, split into three stages of 60, 60, and 68 laps.
  • Zane Smith secured the pole position after the fastest qualifying time, while defending champion Tyler Reddick starts 26th.
  • William Byron enters the race as the Cup Series points leader with 346 points, followed closely by other top contenders.
  • Broadcast coverage will air on FOX and FOX Deportes, with live streaming available via FuboTV and other platforms.
  • Talladega’s history of unpredictable finishes and large-scale wrecks adds to the anticipation for today’s event.