: Continued his history of front-row speed by finishing 6th. Notable Qualifying Storylines
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
The qualifying session wasn't without drama. saw his qualifying time disallowed after NASCAR officials caught him using his hand to deflect air, an illegal attempt to gain an aerodynamic advantage. Meanwhile, veterans like Jimmie Johnson entered the weekend with a guaranteed spot in the field via the Open Exemption Provisional (OEP).
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: Continued his history of front-row speed by finishing 6th. Notable Qualifying Storylines
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 Nascar Pole For Daytona 500
The qualifying session wasn't without drama. saw his qualifying time disallowed after NASCAR officials caught him using his hand to deflect air, an illegal attempt to gain an aerodynamic advantage. Meanwhile, veterans like Jimmie Johnson entered the weekend with a guaranteed spot in the field via the Open Exemption Provisional (OEP). : Continued his history of front-row speed by finishing 6th