Nascar Pole - For Daytona 500

In a career-defining moment on the high banks of Florida, has finally captured the elusive Daytona 500 pole position . This milestone, achieved during his 21st attempt, marks the first time the two-time Cup Series champion will lead the field to green in the "Great American Race".

The second round of qualifying featured a diverse mix of manufacturers and teams, proving that the gap between the powerhouses is as slim as ever. Nascar Pole For Daytona 500

Kyle Busch Ends the Curse: Secures Pole Position for 2026 Daytona 500 In a career-defining moment on the high banks

Who do you think will to challenge Busch for the win? Follow our coverage for the latest race-day updates and results. DAYTONA 500 - Official Site Of NASCAR Kyle Busch Ends the Curse: Secures Pole Position

While the pole position is a significant honor and a major boost for the Richard Childress Racing organization, the ultimate goal remains the Harley J. Earl Trophy. History has shown that while starting first is a boost, surviving 500 miles of pack racing at Daytona International Speedway is a different challenge entirely.

Driving for , Busch posted a blazing second-round lap time of 49.006 seconds (183.651 mph), just enough to edge out the competition and set a positive tone for his 2026 campaign. 2026 Daytona 500 Front Row

Joining Busch on the prestigious front row is , who locked in the second-fastest time. Unlike the rest of the field, whose starting positions were determined by the Bluegreen Vacations Duels, the front row starters had their positions guaranteed based on their single-car qualifying speeds on February 11, 2026. Manufacturer 1 (Pole) Kyle Busch Richard Childress Racing 2 Chase Briscoe Joe Gibbs Racing Top Qualifying Performers