Overview

• Kyle Larson's No. 5 Chevrolet was barred from qualifying at Talladega after failing a pre-qualifying inspection for unapproved roof rail adjustments.
• As a result of the penalty, Larson will start in the last position in Sunday's Geico 500 race.
• Michael McDowell took the pole position, marking his second career pole in the NASCAR Cup Series.
• The front row for the race will feature an all-Ford lineup with Austin Cindric starting second.
• Further penalties for Larson's team are expected to be announced next week.