Tyler Reddick has secured the pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series' Jack Link's 500 at Talladega Superspeedway, set for April 26. Rain canceled the initial qualifying sessions, prompting NASCAR to use a metrics-based formula that evaluated recent performance to determine starting positions. Reddick's strong recent performance, including a victory at Kansas Speedway, led to his pole assignment, marking his second of the 2026 season. He will aim for his sixth Cup victory, with his car showcasing Rockstar Energy as a new sponsor. Reddick will start alongside Kyle Larson, who has had strong finishes at Talladega recently.

By the Numbers
  • Reddick is leading the Cup standings by 105 points with a recent win at Kansas.
  • This is Reddick's second pole of the 2026 season, having previously secured one at EchoPark Speedway.
State of Play
  • Talladega Superspeedway will host 41 competitors for 40 starting spots.
  • Austin Cindric, last spring's winner at Talladega, will start 13th.
  • Daniel Dye will make his Cup Series debut starting from the 40th position.
What's Next

The Jack Link's 500 on April 26 will air at 3 p.m. ET, showcasing Reddick's quest for another victory as he contends with top competitors. With his recent form and pole position, he looks to leverage that momentum into success at Talladega.

Bottom Line

Tyler Reddick’s pole position sets him up to potentially extend his championship lead and adds pressure on his competitors at the upcoming race. His recent successes make him a key contender as the NASCAR season progresses.