Atlanta Motor Speedway Gears Up for Thrilling 2026 NASCAR Triple-Header with Stellar Entry Lists Unveiled

ATLANTA, GA – The highly anticipated 2026 NASCAR season is set to ignite at Atlanta Motor Speedway with the release of the provisional entry lists for a thrilling triple-header weekend. Fans can anticipate a dynamic display of talent across the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, and the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, promising intense competition and memorable moments on the iconic Georgia track.

The premier NASCAR Cup Series event will feature a robust field of 38 entries, showcasing the sport’s top talent. Adding to the competitive depth, the open teams of BJ McLeod, piloting the #78 Live Fast entry, and JJ Yeley, in the #44 NY Racing Team machine, will join the 36 chartered teams. Notably, Casey Mears and the #66 team, who had initially planned to compete, have unfortunately withdrawn from the Atlanta event following damage sustained during Daytona Speedweek. This withdrawal, while a setback for Mears, underscores the demanding nature of early-season competition and the constant adjustments teams must make.

The NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series promises a unique blend of seasoned veterans and rising stars. A significant draw for this event will be the presence of full-time Cup Series competitor Ross Chastain, who will make his debut behind the wheel of the #32 Jordan Anderson Racing Chevrolet. Chastain’s foray into the O’Reilly Series, a developmental ground for many future Cup stars, is expected to draw considerable attention and provide valuable insights into his versatility. The series’ entry list stands at 39 cars, setting up a fierce battle for the 38 available starting positions, indicating a highly competitive environment.

The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series segment of the triple-header is poised to be a showcase of raw talent and established names. A total of 36 entries have been confirmed, with several prominent Cup Series drivers slated to participate, highlighting the series’ significance as a proving ground. Among these notable entries are Kyle Busch in the #7 Spire Motorsports truck, Ty Dillon driving the #25 Kaulig Racing entry, Ricky Stenhouse Jr. in the #45 Niece Motorsports truck, John-Hunter Nemechek piloting the #62 Halmar-Friesen machine, and Carson Hocevar in the #77 Spire Motorsports truck. The inclusion of these accomplished drivers adds significant star power and elevates the level of competition within the Truck Series. Furthermore, the reigning Truck Series champion, Corey Heim, is set to return to the grid, commanding the #1 entry for TRICON Garage, signaling his intent to defend his title and continue his impressive trajectory in the series.

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The full provisional entry lists for each series are as follows:

NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Atlanta Entry List:

No. Driver Team
0 Garrett Smithley SS-Green Light Racing
00 Sheldon Creed Haas Factory Team
1 Carson Kvapil JR Motorsports
02 Ryan Ellis Young’s Motorsports
2 Jesse Love Richard Childress Racing
5 Luke Fenhaus Hettinger Racing
07 Josh Bilicki SS-Green Light Racing
7 Justin Allgaier JR Motorsports
8 Sammy Smith JR Motorsports
17 Corey Day Hendrick Motorsports
18 William Sawalich Joe Gibbs Racing
19 Gio Ruggiero Joe Gibbs Racing
20 Brandon Jones Joe Gibbs Racing
21 Austin Hill Richard Childress Racing
24 Harrison Burton Sam Hunt Racing
25 Nick Sanchez AM Racing
26 Dean Thompson Sam Hunt Racing
27 Jeb Burton Jordan Anderson Racing
28 Kyle Sieg RSS Racing
30 Cody Ware Barrett-Cope Racing
31 Blaine Perkins Jordan Anderson Racing
32 Ross Chastain Jordan Anderson Racing
35 Joey Gase Jose Gase Motorsports
39 Ryan Sieg RSS Racing
41 Sam Mayer Haas Factory Team
42 Nick Leitz Young’s Motorsports
44 Brennan Poole Alpha Prime Racing
45 Lavar Scott Alpha Prime Racing
48 Patrick Staropoli Big Machine Racing
51 Jeremy Clements Jeremy Clements Racing
54 Taylor Gray Joe Gibbs Racing
55 Chad Finchum Joey Gase Motorsports
74 Dawson Cram Mike Harmon Racing
87 Austin Green Peterson Racing
88 Rajah Caruth JR Motorsports
91 Mason Maggio DGM Racing x JIM
92 Josh Williams DGM Racing x JIM
96 Anthony Alfredo Viking Motorsports
99 Parker Retzlaff Viking Motorsports

NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Atlanta Entry List:

No. Driver Team
1 Corey Heim TRICON Garage
2 Clayton Green Team Reaume
5 Adam Andretti TRICON Garage
7 Kyle Busch Spire Motorsports
9 Grant Enfinger CR7 Motorsports
10 Daniel Dye Kaulig Racing
11 Kaden Honeycutt TRICON Garage
12 Brenden Queen Kaulig Racing
13 Cole Butcher ThorSport Racing
14 Mini Tyrrell Kaulig Racing
15 Tanner Gray TRICON Garage
16 Justin Haley Kaulig Racing
17 Gio Ruggiero TRICON Garage
18 Tyler Ankrum McAnally-Hilgemann Racing
19 Daniel Hemric McAnally-Hilgemann Racing
22 Josh Reaume Team Reaume
25 Ty Dillon Kaulig Racing
26 Dawson Sutton Rackley W.A.R.
28 Bryan Dauzat FDNY Racing
33 Frankie Muniz Team Reaume
34 Layne Riggs Front Row Motorsports
38 Chandler Smith Front Row Motorsports
42 Tyler Reif Niece Motorsports
44 Andrés Pérez de Lara Niece Motorsports
45 Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Niece Motorsports
52 Stewart Friesen Halmar-Friesen Racing
62 John-Hunter Nemechek Halmar-Friesen Racing
69 Tyler Tomassi MBM Motorsports
76 Spencer Boyd Freedom Racing Enterprises
77 Carson Hocevar Spire Motorsports
81 Kris Wright McAnally-Hilgemann Racing
88 Ty Majeski ThorSport Racing
90 Justin Carroll Terry Carroll Motorsports
91 Christian Eckes McAnally-Hilgemann Racing
93 Caleb Costner Costner Motorsports
98 Jake Garcia ThorSport Racing
99 Ben Rhodes ThorSport Racing

The Atlanta Motor Speedway, known for its unique asphalt composition and challenging banking, has historically provided exciting racing action. The upcoming triple-header weekend is anticipated to continue this tradition, offering fans a comprehensive NASCAR experience with distinct series showcasing their respective talents and competitive dynamics. The presence of established stars alongside promising newcomers in each series sets the stage for a weekend filled with strategic battles, close finishes, and the pursuit of crucial early-season points. The provisional nature of these lists indicates that further adjustments may occur as the event draws nearer, but the core of this impressive roster promises a captivating spectacle for motorsports enthusiasts.

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