The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series began its 2026 season with qualifying at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. Ty Majeski, driving for ThorSport Racing, earned the pole position for the Fresh From Florida 250, the season’s first points race, which will run on February 13. Majeski’s pole-winning lap time was 50.881 seconds with a speed of 176.232 mph, marking his 13th career pole in the series.
Sharing the front row with Majeski is NASCAR Cup Series regular Michael McDowell, who posted a lap time of 50.938 seconds. The race will feature 37 drivers competing over 250 miles on the 2.5-mile tri-oval superspeedway.
Starting Lineup Highlights and Notable Qualifiers
Following Majeski and McDowell, the top ten starters include Tanner Gray, Carson Hocevar, Grant Enfinger, Tyler Ankrum, Kaden Honeycutt, Jake Garcia, Giovanni Ruggiero, and Chandler Smith. The lineup features a mix of experienced drivers and emerging talents ready to challenge at Daytona. Former three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Tony Stewart made a significant return to national competition, qualifying 15th for his first Truck Series race since 2016.
Several drivers were unable to qualify for the event, including Bryan Dauzat, Timmy Hill, Justin Carroll, Tyler Tomassi, Norm Benning, Toni Breidinger, and Greg Van Alst. The final starting grid reflects a competitive field eager to contend for opening-season points.
Details of the 2026 Fresh From Florida 250 Starting Grid
The 37-driver starting lineup at Daytona offers a diverse field ready to race in the season-opening event. Fans can anticipate a fast and tactical race under the lights, as all contenders vie for early momentum in the NASCAR Truck Series. The Fresh From Florida 250 is set to air live on FS1 and via MRN radio at 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday, February 13.
This event marks an important step in the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season, setting the tone for teams and drivers as they target championship success. The pole earned by Majeski demonstrates his strong qualifying pace and signals him as a consistent threat this year at the iconic Daytona superspeedway.
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