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NASCAR sets green-flag times and entry list for Darlington weekend

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 10:19 PM

Last updated Sep 5, 2026

NASCAR sets green-flag times and entry list for Darlington weekend

Summary

NASCAR returns to Darlington Raceway this weekend for the final time on the 2026 schedule, marking the opening event of the Chase. The O'Reilly Series begins the weekend action on Saturday with a green flag scheduled for 7:42 p.m. ET on The CW. The Cup Series follows on Sunday with the 2026 Southern 500, set for a 5:10 p.m. ET start on the USA Network. The field includes 38 drivers, with 36 guaranteed charters and two open entries. Austin Hill takes over the No. 33 car for Richard Childress Racing for this event. NASCAR will not hold a Truck Series race at this venue, as that series next competes at Bristol Motor Speedway.

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By the Numbers

•O'Reilly Series action starts Saturday at 7:42 p.m. ET on The CW.
•The Cup Series Southern 500 begins Sunday at 5:10 p.m. ET on USA Network.
•Thirty-eight drivers comprise the field, including open entries Chad Finchum and Corey Heim.
•Austin Hill replaces Kyle Busch in the No. 33 car for Richard Childress Racing.
•The NASCAR Truck Series is off this week and resumes racing at Bristol Motor Speedway.

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10:19 PMYahoo Sports — NASCAR reveals green-flag times for Darlington in September 2026
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