Joey Logano claimed the pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at Phoenix Raceway on Saturday, continuing Team Penske’s strong performance in the desert this weekend. This marks Logano’s third career pole at Phoenix, a track where he has secured four victories, as he prepares to race Sunday tied for fifth place in the season standings alongside Shane van Gisbergen.
Starting Lineup and Key Competitors for the Phoenix Race
Logano will begin the race from the front row alongside Kyle Larson, who earned the second starting position. Austin Cindric, Daniel Suarez, and Ryan Blaney completed the top five starters, while Ross Chastain and Carson Hocevar secured sixth and seventh spots. Tyler Reddick, pursuing an impressive streak of four consecutive wins this season, will start in eighth place. William Byron and Josh Berry round out the top ten on the grid.
Race Preview and Broadcast Details
The fourth NASCAR Cup Series race of the year is set for Sunday, March 7, at Phoenix Raceway. Fans can tune in starting at 3 p.m. ET on FS1 to watch the action unfold as drivers vie for crucial points this early in the season.
“The Phoenix pace-setter is @joeylogano! He wins the #BuschLightPole. pic.twitter.com/4mbR5p84Yh”
?@NASCAR, Official Twitter Account
The Phoenix pace-setter is @joeylogano!
He wins the #BuschLightPole. pic.twitter.com/4mbR5p84Yh
— NASCAR (@NASCAR) March 7, 2026
