The Kansas Speedway is set to host a three-series NASCAR festival this weekend, bringing together the NASCAR Cup Series the Craftsman Truck Series and the ARCA Menards Series. Fans can expect high-speed drama on the 1.5-mile oval, especially after last autumn’s unforgettable finish in which Chase Elliott snatched victory when Denny Hamlin and Bubba Wallace tangled on the final lap. This year the spotlight also shines on the points race, with Kyle Larson holding a razor-thin lead over his closest rivals.
Weekend timetable – what happens when
Friday, September 25 The day kicks off with practice and qualifying for the ARCA Menards Series (times not announced), followed by the Truck series. At 3:00 pm EST the Trucks take to the track for a practice session, streamed on FOX SPORTS 2. Qualifying runs at 6:05 pm EST, also on FOX SPORTS 2. The evening closes with the ARCA Menards Series finale – a 100-lap sprint at 8:00 pm EST on FOX SPORTS 1.
Saturday, September 26 Cup action begins with a practice at 10:00 am EST, available on TRUTV and HBO MAX. Qualifying follows at 11:10 am EST on the same platforms. The highlight of the day is the Truck race, 134 laps long, kicking off at 1:00 pm EST and airing on FOX SPORTS 1.
Sunday, September 27 The main event arrives with a pre-race show at 2:30 pm EST on USA, then the 267-lap Cup showdown starts at 3:00 pm EST, also on USA (TSN in Canada and additional international feeds are available). Radio fans can tune into MRN or SiriusXM NASCAR Radio for live commentary.
Points battle – Larson, Hamlin and Logano in focus
Following the Bristol race, Kyle Larson emerged as the new championship leader, sitting just one point ahead of Denny Hamlin and enjoying a comfortable 16-point cushion over Joey Logano who captured the Bristol victory. Larson’s form at Kansas is historically strong – two wins and three second-place finishes in the Next Gen era, plus frequent laps led – making him the favorite to extend his lead. Hamlin, meanwhile, hopes to rebound after a modest start to the Chase; he has led 290 laps across his last two Kansas outings, signaling that the intermediate track could be his salvation. Logano, with three wins in his last nine races, is still within striking distance, though his Kansas résumé lacks top-five finishes.
How to watch and who will line up
The Cup race features a 36-car field with no open entries. Notable starters include Zane Smith (Front Row Motorsports, Ford), Josh Berry (Wood Brothers, Ford), Alex Bowman (Hendrick Motorsports, Chevrolet), Austin Dillon (Richard Childress Racing, Chevrolet), Ty Gibbs (Joe Gibbs Racing, Toyota) and several others highlighted in the official entry list. Viewers in the United States can watch the race on USA, while Canadian fans should switch to TSN. International audiences have various streaming partners, and a live radio feed is provided by MRN and SiriusXM. For those who prefer an online experience, USA’s streaming service carries the live feed, and the pre-race show offers expert analysis before green-flag drops.
In addition to the Cup showdown, the Truck race and the ARCA finale provide ample action for weekend audiences. Both series will be broadcast on FOX SPORTS channels, with practice and qualifying sessions accessible via the same networks. Whether you are tracking the championship scramble or simply enjoying high-octane racing, Kansas this weekend delivers a comprehensive NASCAR package.
