Joey Logano will start first, and Kyle Larson second, for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Phoenix Raceway. This qualifying session sets the field as the ‘real’ season begins after opening races at drafting tracks and a road course.
Logano, driving a Ford for Team Penske, recorded a lap time of 26.561s, besting Larson’s Chevrolet by 0.117s. Austin Cindric will start third, followed by Daniel Suarez in fourth and Ryan Blaney in fifth.
Tyler Reddick will begin the race in eighth position, despite an earlier spin during practice. Brad Keselowski will start at the rear of the field, as he did not record a qualifying time after a practice incident involving a flat tire and contact with the wall.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will start on the front row at Phoenix?
Joey Logano and Kyle Larson will share the front row for the NASCAR Cup race at Phoenix.
What was the difference in lap times between Logano and Larson?
Joey Logano beat Kyle Larson by 0.117s in qualifying.
Which driver will start eighth despite an incident in practice?
Tyler Reddick will start eighth, even after going for a spin during practice.
How will the starting lineup impact the race strategy for each team?
