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Atlanta Cup Weekend 2026: when to watch, weather, and schedule
The 2026 NASCAR Cup weekend moves to EchoPark Speedway in Atlanta for a triple-header. Friday features Truck Series qualifying (3pm ET on FOX Sports 1) and O'Reilly Auto Parts Series qualifying (5pm CW App); Saturday includes Cup qualifying (11am PRIME VIDEO), the Truck race (1:30pm FOX) and the O'Reilly race (4:30pm CW App); Sunday’s action starts with RaceDay at 2pm and the Cup race hitting the green flag at 3:19pm (260 laps, 400 miles). Weather forecasts call for a clear Sunday with a high near 52F, with a chance of rain Friday/Saturday morning. 38 teams are entered; TV: FOX (US), TSN (Canada); streaming: HBO MAX in-car cams and PRIME VIDEO; radio: MRN/SiriusXM.
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NASCAR Allows Mid-Race Fueling to Protect The Clash at Bowman Gray
During a sleet-affected Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium, NASCAR race control allowed teams to refuel without penalty mid-race due to the new 750-hp package and uncertain fuel mileage, plus the lack of a true pit road at Bowman Gray and a high number of cautions. Officials said grounding a fuel strategy that could end the race on their example would hurt the show, so teams were permitted to top off and continue, with the aim of avoiding a race decided by fuel and preserving race quality.
Preece conquers chaos in Bowman Gray Clash at the Madhouse
Ryan Preece won the chaotic Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium in a rain- and sleet-delayed race with a record 17 cautions, marking a Clash win before a points-paying Cup victory for theRFK-inspired team. The event spotlighted controversial mid-race fuel/strategy decisions by NASCAR, featured wet-weather oval racing that produced a unique show, and saw Daniel Suarez impress in his debut with Spire while Shane van Gisbergen and Carson Hocevar suffered late crashes. Michael McDowell missed the main after a jump-start in the LCQ.
Midweek Storm Looms Over NASCAR Clash at Bowman Gray
A historic North Carolina snowstorm forced the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray to be moved to Wednesday, and forecasters warn of another storm bringing rain and a potential half-inch of snow into race time. Goodyear has wet-weather tires ready, and organizers say the event could proceed in light rain or mild conditions, though they aim to avoid further postponements. Project manager Justin Swilling cited the cautious decision to postpone, and fans are urged to dress for cold weather as the midweek show will include a pre-race spectacle.
Snowstorm Pushes Bowman Gray Clash to Wednesday
Historic snowfall in North Carolina forced NASCAR to postpone the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium again, rescheduling the event to Wednesday, Feb. 4, as crews clear snow and ice and temperatures rise; NASCAR says safety comes first and is coordinating with local authorities, with a forecast of highs around 39–44F and a chance of showers on race day, and the updated schedule leading to practice/qualifying and the main FOX-broadcast race.
Snow Forces NASCAR to Push Cook Out Clash to Monday at Bowman Gray
Snow from a winter storm forced NASCAR to postpone the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray from Sunday to Monday, Feb. 2, with a forecast of milder temperatures and no inclement weather, and a detailed Monday schedule including parking, gates, practice, LCQ, and the main event on FOX.
Bowman Gray Snow Cleanup Underway as Clash Prep Faces Cold Weather
Winter Storm Fern left Bowman Gray Stadium buried in snow just days before NASCAR’s Cook Out Clash, with temperatures near freezing. The track and garages have been plowed and are drying, but the infield remains snow-covered and more flurries could force weekend schedule tweaks. NASCAR executives, including Ben Kennedy, say cleanup is ongoing and any changes will be communicated as weather evolves, marking the Clash’s second year at Bowman Gray.