Coca-Cola 600 live updates, how to watch race, starting grid, weather forecast
USA Today
Last updated: May 25, 2026
The 67th Coca-Cola 600, NASCAR's longest race at 600 miles, is taking place at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Memorial Day weekend. This 13th race of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season is overshadowed by the recent death of two-time champion Kyle Busch and features Katherine Legge attempting the motorsports double.
- The 2026 Coca-Cola 600 marks the 13th event in the NASCAR Cup Series season.
- Tyler Reddick, driving for 23XI Racing, has been dominant this season, winning five of the previous 12 races.
- Reddick secured the pole position for Sunday's race after qualifying was canceled due to rain.
- Katherine Legge is attempting to compete in both the Indy 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 on the same day, a feat known as "The Double."
- Kyle Larson previously attempted "The Double" in consecutive years but faced challenges including rain impacting his participation and crashes in both races.
- The event is heavily impacted by the unexpected death of two-time NASCAR champion Kyle Busch on Thursday, May 21, at age 41.
- Busch's passing has cast a somber mood over the weekend, and NASCAR is honoring his legacy with tributes at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
- USA TODAY Sports is providing live coverage of the race, including updates and information on how to watch.
