Nascar Pole For Daytona 500 -

: Secured the 3rd fastest lap for RFK Racing (49.061s).

Joining Busch on the prestigious front row is , who locked in the second-fastest time. Unlike the rest of the field, whose starting positions were determined by the Bluegreen Vacations Duels, the front row starters had their positions guaranteed based on their single-car qualifying speeds on February 11, 2026. Manufacturer 1 (Pole) Kyle Busch Richard Childress Racing 2 Chase Briscoe Joe Gibbs Racing Top Qualifying Performers Nascar Pole For Daytona 500

: Impressed many by rounding out the top five for 23XI Racing (49.147s). : Secured the 3rd fastest lap for RFK Racing (49

: A three-time Daytona 500 winner, Hamlin showed strong speed in 4th (49.100s). Manufacturer 1 (Pole) Kyle Busch Richard Childress Racing

Kyle Busch Ends the Curse: Secures Pole Position for 2026 Daytona 500

: Continued his history of front-row speed by finishing 6th. Notable Qualifying Storylines

The second round of qualifying featured a diverse mix of manufacturers and teams, proving that the gap between the powerhouses is as slim as ever.