2026 Daytona 500 Official Starting Lineup Announced

The official starting lineup for the 2026 Daytona 500 has been announced, with Kyle Busch leading the pack in his #8 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet. He will be joined on the front row by Chase Briscoe.

Both drivers showcased their skills during the qualifying session on Wednesday, securing the top spots. The winners of Thursday's Duel qualifying races, Joey Logano and Chase Elliott, along with other drivers, also secured their starting positions.