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Hamlin Takes Nashville Pole Amidst Qualifying Chaos
1 Jun
Summary
- Denny Hamlin secured the pole position for the 2026 Cracker Barrel 400.
- Qualifying was canceled due to inclement weather conditions.
- The starting grid was determined by a metric system and reverse qualifying order.

Denny Hamlin will lead the NASCAR Cup Series field to the green flag for the 2026 Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway. Hamlin secured the pole position, with teammate Tyler Reddick set to start alongside him on the front row.
Qualifying for Sunday night's event was canceled due to adverse weather conditions. Consequently, the starting grid was determined by a metric system, combined with reverse qualifying order. Daniel Suarez and Christopher Bell will begin the race from the second row, while several notable drivers will start further back in the field.