Tyler Reddick Wins Atlanta Pole Position

NASCAR driver Tyler Reddick will start first in Sunday's race at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Tyler Reddick claimed the pole position for the upcoming NASCAR race at Atlanta Motor Speedway after posting the fastest qualifying time. The 26-year-old driver will lead the field to the green flag on Sunday as he seeks his second career Cup Series victory.

Why it matters

Qualifying well is crucial at the high-speed Atlanta track, as track position is key to having a successful race. Reddick has shown strong pace all season and will look to capitalize on his pole position to earn another win.

The details

Reddick set a fast lap of 178.608 mph during the final round of qualifying to claim the pole. He edged out Christopher Bell and Kyle Busch, who will start second and third respectively. This marks Reddick's third pole position of the 2026 season.

  • Qualifying took place on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

The players

Tyler Reddick

A 26-year-old NASCAR Cup Series driver who is in his fourth full-time season. Reddick has one career Cup Series win and is looking to build on his success.

Christopher Bell

A 27-year-old NASCAR Cup Series driver who will start second on Sunday. Bell is seeking his first win of the 2026 season.

Kyle Busch

A veteran 41-year-old NASCAR Cup Series driver who will start third. Busch is a two-time Cup Series champion looking to add to his legacy.

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What they’re saying

“I'm really proud of this team for giving me such a fast car. We've been working hard all offseason and it's paying off with this pole position.”

— Tyler Reddick, NASCAR Cup Series Driver (NASCAR.com)

What’s next

The NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway will take place on Sunday, February 23, 2026.

The takeaway

Tyler Reddick's pole-winning performance shows he and his team have the speed to contend for the win on Sunday. However, the high-banked Atlanta track is known for its unpredictability, so Reddick will need to execute a flawless race to capitalize on his starting position.