NASCAR Phoenix 2026: Starting Lineup, TV Schedule & Race Info

Joey Logano will start from the pole position in the Straight Talk Wireless 500 NASCAR Cup Series race on March 8 at Phoenix Raceway.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The Straight Talk Wireless 500 NASCAR Cup Series race will take place on March 8 at Phoenix Raceway in Avondale, Arizona. Joey Logano will start from the pole position, with Kyle Larson starting alongside him in second. The race will consist of 312 laps across three stages, with TV coverage on FOX Sports 1 and radio coverage on MRN. Streaming options include Fubo, FOX One app, and NASCAR.com.

Why it matters

This race marks the 60th anniversary season for Team Penske, which has three cars starting in the top five positions. Their strong showing suggests the team has optimized its setup for the Phoenix Raceway track conditions, potentially giving them a competitive advantage during the race. However, consistent performance across all 312 laps will be crucial for a successful outcome.

The details

The Straight Talk Wireless 500 will feature 312 laps, divided into three stages of 60, 125, and 127 laps. Tyler Reddick is attempting to win his fourth consecutive race, while Anthony Alfredo is substituting for the injured Alex Bowman in the No. 48 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet.

  • The green flag is scheduled to drop at approximately 2:40 p.m. CT on Sunday, March 8.
  • The race will be held at Phoenix Raceway, a 1-mile oval in Avondale, Arizona.

The players

Joey Logano

Will start from the pole position in the Straight Talk Wireless 500 NASCAR Cup Series race.

Kyle Larson

Will start alongside Logano in the second position.

Tyler Reddick

Is attempting to win his fourth consecutive race.

Anthony Alfredo

Is substituting for the injured Alex Bowman in the No. 48 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet.

Team Penske

Is celebrating its 60th anniversary racing season.

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The takeaway

This race highlights the importance of optimizing car setups for specific track conditions, as well as the need for consistent performance over the entire race distance. Team Penske's strong showing suggests they may have an advantage, but the competition will be fierce as drivers like Tyler Reddick aim to continue their winning streaks.