Chase Briscoe secured his seventh pole of the NASCAR season during qualifying for the Hollywood Casino 400 Presented by ESPN Bet at Kansas Speedway on September 27, 2025. Briscoe clocked a lap time of 29.987 seconds, earning the top starting position alongside teammate Denny Hamlin, who will join him on the front row.
Qualifying Highlights and Playoff Standings at Kansas Speedway
The Hollywood Casino 400 marks the second race of the NASCAR Cup Series Round of 12, held at the 1.5-mile Kansas Speedway. Ryan Blaney, having already clinched a spot in the round of eight with his win at New Hampshire, is positioned securely above the playoffs’ cut line. Several other drivers, including William Byron, Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell, Denny Hamlin, Joey Logano, Chase Elliott, and Chase Briscoe, all remain above the elimination threshold following the previous race at the Charlotte Roval.
Meanwhile, racers such as Ross Chastain, Austin Cindric, Tyler Reddick, and Bubba Wallace are currently positioned below the cut line and will be aiming to improve their standings in this crucial stage of the playoffs.
Race Coverage Details and Starting Lineup
The Cup Series event at Kansas Speedway is scheduled to begin at 3:00 pm Eastern Time and will be broadcast live on USA Network. The qualifying session held on September 27 determined the Saturday starting grid for the race the following day.
The leading starters at Kansas reflect the gameplay intensifying as the NASCAR playoffs advance, with Briscoe’s performance demonstrating his strong form throughout the season.
Playoff Implications and Upcoming Challenges
Briscoe’s ability to earn his seventh pole reflects his consistency at key playoff events, reinforcing his position as a significant contender as drivers aim towards the round of eight. The performance of the Joe Gibbs Racing teammates, Briscoe and Hamlin, will be closely watched as the race unfolds. For drivers below the cut line, this weekend represents an important opportunity to gain crucial points and improve their playoff positioning ahead of upcoming races.
The heightened competition at Kansas Speedway continues to shape the championship landscape, with every lap having potential consequences as the season progresses toward its final stages.
