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NASCAR at Charlotte: Essential Info, Live Links & Race Results
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Summary
- Truck Series race starts Friday, May 23, at 8:30 p.m. Eastern.
- Xfinity Series BetMGM 300 race runs Saturday, May 24, at 4:30 p.m.
- Cup Series Coca-Cola 600 race set for Sunday, May 25, at 6 p.m.
- Cup teams get 13 tire sets plus extras for practice and qualifying.
- Stage results and race updates provided for all three series daily.
- Coca-Cola 600 is NASCAR Cup Seriesโ longest, testing strategy and endurance.
Charlotte Motor Speedway hosts an exciting weekend of NASCAR racing, featuring events across three different series. The action begins with the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series on Friday, May 23, at 8:30 p.m. Eastern.
On Saturday, May 24, the NASCAR Xfinity Series takes over for the BetMGM 300 at 4:30 p.m. The weekend culminates Sunday, May 25, with the NASCAR Cup Series competing in the annual Coca-Cola 600, starting at 6:00 p.m. Each event promises competitive racing, full fields, and plenty of storylines for fans.
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The Cup Series race demands precise strategy, with teams allotted 13 sets of tires for the event, plus an additional set each for practice and qualifying. The set used in qualifying carries over to the main race.
Details such as Cup Series entries, qualifying orders, practice speeds, and pit stall assignments will be updated throughout the weekend. Stage-by-stage results will provide mid-race updates, while final results follow when the checkered flag falls.
In the NASCAR Xfinity Series, teams have six sets of tires for Saturdayโs race. Full entry lists and qualifying orders will be shared before the main event.
Practice times, lap averages, qualifying outcomes, and stage breakdowns will keep fans informed. The Xfinity race is known for tight competition and surprise winners, making it a highlight of Memorial Day weekend.
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The Truck Series kicks off Friday night with five sets of tires per team. Updates on entry lists, qualifying order, and practice results will be provided as the evening progresses.
Stage results and the official final standings will be tracked for the Truck Series race. Charlotte often sees emerging talents compete against veteran champions in this unpredictable event.
Fans interested in statistics can follow average lap times, qualifying speeds, and pit stall selections to gain insight into team preparations. Stage results across all three series offer real-time updates, and full race outcomes will be posted promptly after each race.
NASCAR enhances the fan experience with updated standings, fantasy play, and rewards programs throughout race week. The Charlotte weekend showcases top teams and drivers, highlighting both rising stars and seasoned veterans chasing victory and valuable points.
The Coca-Cola 600 stands out as the longest race on the NASCAR Cup Series calendar, testing endurance, strategy, and teamwork. Every lap and pit stop can influence the outcome over 600 miles.
As the weekend concludes, attention will shift to the leaderboard to see which drivers move closer to playoff contention and whose names are etched into Charlotteโs record books. With three days of thrilling racing and continuous updates, Charlotte race week offers fans a front-row seat to some of the best competition of the season.
John Martinez delivers real-time NASCAR Cup Series and Truck Series news, from live race updates to pit-lane strategy analysis. A graduate of the University of Northwestern Ohioโs Motorsports Technology program, he breaks down rule changes, driver tactics, and championship points with crystal-clear reporting.
* The featured image is not a real photograph โ it was created using AI.
