Brickyard 400 Lineup Exposed: Who’s Starting Where

Tyler Reddick Clinches Pole Position

Tyler Reddick secured the NASCAR Cup Series pole for the 2024 Brickyard 400 with a time of 49.469 seconds.

Reddick and Hamlin

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Contenders in Top Positions

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Exciting Lineup Includes Emerging Talents

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Historic Track Returns to Oval Format

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Broadcast and Radio Coverage Details

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Weather Forecast Influences Race Strategy

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Importance of Engineering and Strategy

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Richard Childress Racing Challenges

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Rich Racing Heritage at The Brickyard

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