The NASCAR Cup Series is set to compete at Phoenix Raceway this weekend for the Straight Talk Wireless 500, featuring a full lineup of 37 drivers. This group includes 36 full-time regulars and one part-time racer joining them for the event on Sunday.
Austin Hill will take the wheel of the No. 33 car for Richard Childress Racing, following Jesse Love’s recent start in that vehicle at COTA. Hill enters Phoenix with a victory in this season’s NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Daytona and brings recent experience from his last Cup Series appearance at the YellaWood 500 in Talladega, where he finished 22nd. Additionally, Hill secured a ninth-place finish in the Xfinity Series Championship race here at Phoenix.
Complete Driver Roster for the Phoenix Race Weekend
The lineup for the Straight Talk Wireless 500 includes drivers who have been consistently competing this season, alongside Hill as the part-time addition. Fifteen teams will have their top racers lined up for the competition at Phoenix Raceway, ready to contend for valuable points and the race win as the series moves closer to its finale.
Significance of This Race within the NASCAR Cup Series Season
The Phoenix race remains a critical stop for drivers aiming to gain momentum heading into the final events of the NASCAR Cup Series season. Performances here can influence championship standings as the field battles for playoff positions and overall season success. Adding a part-time driver such as Austin Hill can also impact team dynamics and strategies.
