NASCAR Heads to Bristol for Weekend Race

Fans can catch the action on TV, streaming, or at the track.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 10:11am

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An abstract, energetic painting with sweeping brushstrokes in shades of red, orange, and yellow, capturing the speed and intensity of a NASCAR race at Bristol Motor Speedway.The thunderous roar of engines and the thrill of close-quarters racing will fill the air at Bristol Motor Speedway this weekend.Rockingham Today

After a brief Easter break, the NASCAR Cup Series is back in action this weekend with a race at Bristol Motor Speedway in Tennessee. The event will feature top drivers competing on the iconic short track, providing an exciting showdown for motorsports fans.

Why it matters

Bristol is one of the most popular and challenging tracks on the NASCAR circuit, known for its high-speed action and frequent caution flags. This race could have major implications for the season standings as drivers jockey for position in the playoff hunt.

The details

The NASCAR race at Bristol Motor Speedway is scheduled for Sunday, April 12, 2026. The green flag is set to wave at 2:00 PM local time. Fans can catch all the live race coverage on the USA Network television channel, or stream the event through the NBC Sports app. In-person spectators will be able to attend the race at the Bristol, Tennessee speedway.

  • The NASCAR Cup Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway is scheduled for Sunday, April 12, 2026.
  • The green flag is set to wave at 2:00 PM local time in Bristol, Tennessee.

The players

Bristol Motor Speedway

A 0.533-mile short track located in Bristol, Tennessee that has hosted NASCAR Cup Series races since 1961.

USA Network

A cable television channel that will provide live coverage of the NASCAR race at Bristol.

NBC Sports

The media company that owns the rights to stream the NASCAR race at Bristol through its mobile app.

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The takeaway

This weekend's NASCAR race at the iconic Bristol Motor Speedway promises to deliver high-octane action and drama as drivers battle it out on the short track. Fans have multiple options to catch all the excitement, whether tuning in on TV, streaming online, or attending the event in person.