NASCAR arrives at the Talladega Superspeedway this weekend, as the season heats up at one of its most chaotic courses starting Friday through the Cup Series Jack Links 500 on Sunday, April 27.
There will be televised qualifying races throughout the weekend leading up to the Jack Link’s 500. Talladega’s Spring Race weekend includes racing events for the ARCA Menards Series (General Tire 200) and the NASCAR Xfinity Series (Ag-Pro 300) along with the NASCAR Cup Series.
NASCAR’s 2025 Talladega Spring Race Televised Schedule
Friday, Apr. 25
Xfinity Series Qualifying - 5:30 p.m. ET on The CW (STREAM)
Saturday, Apr. 26
Cup Series Qualifying - 10:30 a.m. ET on Prime Video
ARCA Menards General Tire 200 - 12:30 p.m. ET on FS1 (STREAM)
NASCAR Xfinity Series Ag-Pro 300 - 4 p.m. on The CW (STREAM)
Sunday, Apr. 27
NASCAR Cup Series Jack Link’s 500 - 3 p.m. on FOX (STREAM)
Where to watch the Jack Link’s 500, all Spring Race events
The Jack Link’s 500 will air nationally on FOX, but can also be streamed on fuboTV (free trial), DirecTV Stream (free trial) and Hulu + Live TV.
All events on FS1 and FOX, including the qualifying events, can also be streamed on fuboTV (free trial), DirecTV Stream (free trial) and Hulu + Live TV.
Events on The CW will be available on DirecTV Stream (free trial) and in select markets on fuboTV (free trial). The CW hosts all the NASCAR Xfinity Cup events.
What to know about the Talladega Superspeedway
Talladega Superspeedway, located in Lincoln, Alabama, is a 2.66-mile tri-oval track and the longest oval in NASCAR. Originally opened in 1969 as Alabama International Motor Speedway, it’s known for its high speeds, steep 33-degree banking, and a start/finish line positioned uniquely down the front stretch. It has a reputation for dramatic, high-stakes racing.
The track gained notoriety for its wild, unpredictable races—often featuring the “Big One,” massive multi-car crashes.
The Jack Link’s 500 is 188 laps and 500.8 miles of thrilling NASCAR action. Last year, in a race that ended with multiple cars crashing, Tyler Reddick narrowly weaved through the chaos and secured his first win of the season.
Beyond racing, Talladega is infamous for its raucous party scene at the 270-acre infield, once compared to a mix of Woodstock and Mardi Gras. It’s as much a spectacle as the races themselves.
Can I bet on the Jacks Link’s 500?
Yes, you can bet on NASCAR from your phone in New York State, and we’ve compiled some of the best introductory offers to help navigate your first bets from BetMGM, FanDuel, DraftKings, Bet365 and more.
Ryan Blaney is the favorite to win the race at +1000 on DraftKings. Blaney has 21 appearances at Talladega with three first place finishes dating to 2014. Tyler Reddick is the race’s defending champion, and a +1600 favorite to win.
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