The NASCAR Cup Series is set to light up the historic North Wilkesboro Speedway in North Carolina this Sunday for the thrilling annual NASCAR All-Star Race, where twenty-three drivers will compete for a spectacular $1 million prize. This year’s race promises to be even more exciting, as it has been extended from 200 laps to 250 laps on the 0.625-mile track.
Leading up to the All-Star Race, drivers participated in heat races on Saturday to determine the starting lineup for Sunday’s showdown. Brad Keselowski emerged as the fastest driver in qualifying, winning the first heat race and securing the pole position. Christopher Bell claimed victory in the second heat race, placing him alongside Keselowski for a prime starting position.
The action kicks off with the All-Star Open, which takes place earlier on Sunday, offering fans a double dose of racing excitement. The detailed schedule is as follows:
– The 2025 NASCAR All-Star Open begins at 5 p.m. ET.
– The main event, the 2025 NASCAR All-Star Race, starts at 8 p.m. ET.
Fans can catch all the action on FS1, with live streaming available on Max, the FoxSports app, and Fubo, which is currently offering a free trial to new subscribers.
In terms of race structure, the 2025 All-Star Race consists of 250 laps, covering a total of 156.25 miles, with a competition break scheduled around the 100-lap mark. The All-Star Open features 100 laps, with the top two finishers plus the winner of the All-Star Fan Vote advancing to the main event.
Reflecting on last year’s performance, Joey Logano dominated the 2024 All-Star Race, leading nearly every lap and finishing just ahead of Denny Hamlin.
The starting lineup for the main race has been confirmed, determined by the results of Saturday’s heats, featuring notable names such as Keselowski, Bell, and Logano prominently in the mix.
Fans are eagerly anticipating this classic race at North Wilkesboro Speedway, which historically has held a special place in NASCAR lore. The atmosphere promises to be electric as drivers gear up for a memorable night of racing.