NASCAR Cup - Talladega II

The Talladega II NASCAR Cup Series race returns to Talladega Superspeedway with the Jack Link's 500. This 188-lap contest covers 500.08 miles on NASCAR's longest oval track. Talladega Superspeedway features 33-degree banking in the turns and a 2.66-mile tri-oval that creates fast, competitive racing.

The 2025 Talladega II race will showcase expanded team lineups from RFK Racing, Front Row Motorsports, Trackhouse Racing, and 23XI Racing. Fans will see notable driver changes including Chase Briscoe at Joe Gibbs Racing, Shane van Gisbergen racing full-time with Trackhouse, and Noah Gragson joining Front Row Motorsports.

Talladega Superspeedway has a rich history dating back to 1969. The massive 3,000-acre facility was built on a former Air Force base and features an infield spanning 247 acres. The high banks and wide racing surface of Talladega II allow for pack racing and multiple lanes, creating close finishes that NASCAR Cup fans love.

Technical aspects of the Talladega II NASCAR Cup race include special superspeedway configurations that limit engine power to keep cars in tight groups. The 2025 season brings updated rules for damaged vehicles and a new Open Exemption Provisional allowing a 41st car in select races.

Talladega Superspeedway holds many unique stories, including Buddy Baker becoming the first driver to break 200 mph on a closed course in 1970. The track also gained fame through the movie "Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby," with scenes filmed at this legendary venue.

The Jack Link's 500 at Talladega Superspeedway promises competitive racing with lead changes, strategic drafting, and the unpredictable nature that makes Talladega II a standout event in the NASCAR Cup Series.