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BRISTOL, TENNESSEE – SEPTEMBER 13: Christopher Bell, driver of the #20 DEWALT Toyota, takes the checkered flag to win the NASCAR Cup Series Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway on September 13, 2025 in Bristol, Tennessee. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n
The NASCAR<\/a> season rolls into one of its most anticipated stops as Bristol Motor Speedway hosts the 2026 spring race weekend from April 10 to April 12. Often called the \u201cWorld\u2019s Fastest Half-Mile,\u201d this 0.533-mile concrete track is characterized by steep banking and challenging racing conditions.<\/p>\n The NASCAR tripleheader includes races from all three national series across three days. Drivers enter the weekend with the standings beginning to take shape, while Bristol\u2019s short-track<\/a> layout creates a different challenge compared to larger tracks earlier in the season.<\/p>\n NASCAR Truck Series Kicks Off Bristol Weekend<\/p>\n The weekend<\/a> begins Friday with the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series<\/a>. Practice starts at 3:30 p.m. ET, followed by qualifying at 4:35 p.m. ET.<\/p>\n The Tennessee Army National Guard 250 takes the green flag at 7:30 p.m. ET and will air on FS1. The race marks the first competitive session of the weekend, with drivers adjusting to the concrete surface and tight racing lines.<\/p>\n Highlights from the NASCAR O\u2019Reilly Auto Parts Series on Saturday<\/p>\n Saturday\u2019s focus shifts to the NASCAR O\u2019Reilly Auto Parts Series<\/a>, with practice set for 2:00 p.m. ET and qualifying scheduled at 3:05 p.m. ET.<\/p>\n The Suburban Propane 300 is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. ET and will be aired on The CW. The race runs 300 laps, giving drivers extended time to manage tires and track position on the short track.<\/p>\n Cup Series teams will also be on track Saturday for practice at 4:30 p.m. ET and qualifying at 5:40 p.m. ET.<\/p>\n NASCAR Cup Series Headlines Sunday at Bristol<\/p>\n Sunday wraps up the weekend with the NASCAR Cup Series main event, as the Food City 500 takes the green flag at 3:00 p.m. ET on FS1.<\/p>\n Tyler Reddick enters the weekend as the points leader with four wins early in the season. Kyle Larson returns as the defending spring race winner at Bristol, while Christopher Bell continues to show consistent results at the track.<\/p>\n Drivers such as Ryan Blaney, Denny Hamlin, and Chase Elliott remain part of the early championship battle.<\/p>\n How to Watch the 2026 NASCAR Bristol Motor Speedway Spring Race Weekend<\/p>\n All times Eastern (ET). The Truck Series race takes place Friday, April 10 at 7:30 p.m. ET on FS1, with streaming available through the FOX Sports App.<\/p>\n On Saturday, April 11, the NASCAR O\u2019Reilly Auto Parts Series race, the Suburban Propane 300, starts at 7:30 p.m. ET and airs on The CW. The broadcast is also available through the CW App and supported live TV streaming services.<\/p>\n Sunday, April 12 begins with NASCAR Race Day coverage at 2:00 p.m. ET on FS1, followed by the NASCAR Cup Series Food City 500 at 3:00 p.m. ET on FS1. Streaming is available through the FOX Sports App and other supported platforms.<\/p>\n Radio coverage is available through PRN Radio and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, which carry all three races live.<\/p>\n Bristol Conditions Set up Intense Racing<\/p>\n Bristol\u2019s layout creates constant action. The track features high banking and a concrete surface that provides grip but also leads to close contact between cars.<\/p>\n Drivers must manage tire wear and maintain control in heavy traffic. The short lap distance means leaders catch slower cars quickly, which can affect race strategy.<\/p>\n The track often produces cautions and close finishes. The Bristol weekend remains a key stop on the NASCAR schedule, with all three series competing on one of the most demanding tracks of the season.<\/p>\n \n\t\t\tDogli Wilberforce<\/a> is a writer covering NASCAR, Formula 1, and the IndyCar Series for Heavy Sports. He has also written for Sportsnaut, FanSided, Total Apex Sports, and Last Word on Sports. Wilberforce focuses on the NASCAR Cup Series, breaking down news, driver stories, and key moments with a clear, fast, and engaging style. His work connects headlines to context, helping readers understand what matters most in the sport. 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