The 2026 NASCAR Truck Series will reach its third race this weekend at the St. Petersburg street circuit in Florida, featuring the OnlyBulls Green Flag 150. The event is scheduled to begin at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 28, with an 80-lap contest on the 2.40-mile road course.
The St. Petersburg layout is recognized as one of the road course venues on the NASCAR schedule, adding a technical challenge for drivers. This weekend’s race will bring all 36 registered drivers to the track, competing for positions throughout the 144-mile race distance.
Practice and Qualifying Sessions Shape the Starting Lineup
The weekend opened with a practice session on Friday, February 27, at 4 p.m. ET, televised by FS2, allowing drivers to familiarize themselves with the street circuit. Qualifying was held shortly after at 5:05 p.m. ET to set the starting grid for the main event the following day.
Chandler Smith and Kyle Busch, a regular on the NASCAR Cup Series circuit, have already secured victories in the first two races of the Truck Series season, making this upcoming race pivotal for drivers aiming to close the gap in the championship standings.
Details of Qualifying Order from FOX Sports Reporter
According to Bob Pockrass, FOX Sports’ motorsports reporter, the qualifying session divided competitors into two groups. Timmy Hill led Group A, while Tyler Reif topped Group B, setting an early pace for their respective groups.
This division was essential to managing track conditions and ensuring fair competition during qualifying, ultimately determining each driver’s starting position for the OnlyBulls Green Flag 150.
Viewing Information and What to Expect
Fans can watch the race live on FOX and FOX One starting at noon on February 28. With the St. Petersburg street course’s challenging turns and combined road course elements, the event promises to be an exciting test of driver skill and vehicle performance.
As this race impacts the early season momentum, those in contention for the Truck Series title will aim for strong finishes here to position themselves well for the remaining schedule.
