The NASCAR Xfinity Series Bristol lineup has been determined following practice and qualifying sessions at Bristol Motor Speedway, setting the stage for drivers to compete on the challenging half-mile track tonight. Justin Allgaier will lead the field after posting the fastest qualifying time for the upcoming race.
Full Grid Set for Bristol’s Intense Half-Mile Battle
This evening, NASCAR Xfinity Series drivers will line up at Bristol Motor Speedway, aiming to navigate the tight turns and high banks that make this venue one of the circuit’s most demanding. With a mix of experienced competitors and ambitious rookies, the event is expected to provide non-stop action and strategic maneuvering throughout the weekend.
Justin Allgaier secured the top spot in the lineup with a lap clocked at 15.843 seconds, placing him in prime position to contend for victory. Alongside him, Sam Mayer backed up his speed by earning the second spot on the starting grid with a 15.937-second run. Aric Almirola will begin from third, recording a 15.947-second lap, followed closely by Connor Zilisch at 15.952 seconds, with Taylor Gray rounding out the top five at 15.976 seconds. These drivers will launch from the front thanks to their impressive performance during qualifying.
Notable names from the key entities filling out the field include William Sawalich, Harrison Burton, and Ryan Sieg, who all posted strong laps and will start within the upper half of the grid. Brennan Poole and Jeffrey Earnhardt also earned positions in a competitive lineup, ensuring that each section of the field is packed with contenders ready to capitalize on any opportunity.
The complete NASCAR Xfinity Series Bristol lineup from the initial round of qualifying is:
1. Justin Allgaier 15.843
2. Sam Mayer 15.937
3. Aric Almirola 15.947
4. Connor Zilisch 15.952
5. Taylor Gray 15.976
6. William Sawalich 16.022
7. Harrison Burton 16.023
8. Ryan Sieg 16.047
9. Jesse Love 16.049
10. Sheldon Creed 16.057
11. Carson Kvapil 16.073
12. Christian Eckes 16.083
13. Stefan Parsons 16.107
14. Sammy Smith 16.129
15. Parker Retzlaff 16.152
16. Dean Thompson 16.163
17. Corey Day 16.167
18. Brennan Poole 16.168
19. Jeb Burton 16.209
20. Nick Sanchez 16.211
21. Austin Hill 16.212
22. Brandon Jones 16.215
23. Leland Honeyman 16.226
24. Jeffrey Earnhardt 16.229
25. Matt DiBenedetto 16.261
26. Jeremy Clements 16.273
27. Anthony Alfredo 16.305
28. Brenden Queen 16.309
29. Ryan Ellis 16.351
30. Kyle Sieg 16.412
31. Daniel Dye 16.434
32. Josh Bilicki 16.544
33. Josh Williams 16.579
34. Logan Bearden 16.659
35. Carson Ware 16.736
36. Joey Gase 16.738
37. Austin Green 16.750
38. Blaine Perkins No Time
Second Qualifying Round Results Bring Shifts to Starting Order
Another round of times revealed further depth in the field. Ryan Sieg was fastest in this session with a 15.929-second lap, proving his speed on the Bristol short track. Dean Thompson followed with a lap of 16.043 seconds, while Corey Day set a 16.054-second time. Aric Almirola continued to show strong pace, posting a 16.092-second run in the session. Anthony Alfredo rounded out the top five after recording a 16.108-second lap.
Other notable performances in this session include Sheldon Creed, Harrison Burton, Justin Allgaier, and Brenden Queen, all staying within close range of the leaders and reinforcing the depth of the competition in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Bristol lineup. The competitive times suggest that even small mistakes or strategic calls could quickly shift the running order once the green flag drops at Bristol Motor Speedway.
The second qualifying order concluded as follows:
1. Ryan Sieg 15.929
2. Dean Thompson 16.043
3. Corey Day 16.054
4. Aric Almirola 16.092
5. Anthony Alfredo 16.108
6. Sheldon Creed 16.117
7. Harrison Burton 16.131
8. Justin Allgaier 16.149
9. Brenden Queen 16.161
10. Connor Zilisch 16.164
11. Taylor Gray 16.185
12. Jeffrey Earnhardt 16.186
13. Sammy Smith 16.187
14. William Sawalich 16.192
15. Brennan Poole 16.193
16. Jeb Burton 16.200
17. Christian Eckes 16.205
18. Sam Mayer 16.221
19. Stefan Parsons 16.223
20. Matt DiBenedetto 16.229
21. Jesse Love 16.233
22. Carson Kvapil 16.249
23. Daniel Dye 16.278
24. Jeremy Clements 16.283
25. Nick Sanchez 16.283
26. Brandon Jones 16.287
27. Josh Bilicki 16.291
28. Austin Hill 16.313
29. Parker Retzlaff 16.334
30. Ryan Ellis 16.337
31. Austin Green 16.360
32. Kyle Sieg 16.377
33. Joey Gase 16.412
34. Leland Honeyman 16.435
35. Josh Williams 16.539
36. Blaine Perkins 16.564
37. Logan Bearden 16.602
38. Carson Ware 16.655
What’s at Stake as the Field Lines Up at Bristol?
The NASCAR Xfinity Series Bristol lineup highlights the depth and unpredictability present this season, with a tightly packed field of competitors and several drivers demonstrating the capability to challenge for wins. Tonight’s race at Bristol Motor Speedway will likely come down to precision, pit strategy, and the ability to navigate the unique demands of the short track. Names like Justin Allgaier, Ryan Sieg, and others from the extensive list of starters are expected to make a significant impact, ensuring fans will witness a finely balanced contest where any advantage could prove decisive before the checkered flag falls.
