Tyler Reddick has started his weekend at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA) strong by winning the pole for Sunday’s DuraMax Grand Prix on March 1. He is aiming to become the first driver in NASCAR Cup Series history to win the opening three races of a season, entering the race confident after previous success at this track.
This pole marks Reddick’s third career pole at COTA, having claimed the top starting spot there in 2021 for Richard Childress Racing and again last season. He has a solid record on this Austin, Texas circuit, finishing inside the top 10 in all five prior Cup Series races held at COTA, including four top-five finishes and a victory in the 2023 event.
No driver has ever won the first three races to start a season.@TylerReddick has put himself in a favorable position to do just that. pic.twitter.com/ujJfXSFKTQ
— NASCAR (@NASCAR)
Starting Grid Overview and Key Competitors
Reddick will begin the race alongside Ross Chastain, who secured the second position and shares the front row with him. Following them, Chase Briscoe, Ryan Blaney, and Chase Elliott filled out the third, fourth, and fifth spots, respectively. The sixth to tenth positions went to Michael McDowell, AJ Allmendinger, Christopher Bell, Ty Gibbs, and William Byron, highlighting a competitive field vying for victory at COTA.
Race Details and Broadcast Information
The third race of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season will take place this Sunday at COTA in Austin, Texas. Fans can tune in to FOX at 2:30 p.m. ET to watch the race coverage as drivers race toward early-season glory. With Reddick leading the pack, the event is set to provide thrilling moments as he strives for an unprecedented winning streak.
No driver has ever won the first three races to start a season.@TylerReddick has put himself in a favorable position to do just that. pic.twitter.com/ujJfXSFKTQ
— NASCAR (@NASCAR) February 28, 2026
