NASCAR has confirmed a major change to its qualifying format for the 2027 season, with additional modifications still under consideration. The announcement was made ahead of the NASCAR Cup Series Xfinity 500 at Martinsville Speedway, where Denny Hamlin was photographed during qualifying on October 31, 2026.
Details of the new qualifying structure were not fully disclosed, but the sanctioning body indicated that further changes could be introduced before the 2027 campaign begins. The move aims to enhance competition and fan engagement across the series.
