Overview
- NASCAR rescheduled the Cook Out Clash to Monday with practice/qualifying at 11:00 a.m. ET on FS2, an LCQ at 4:30 p.m. ET on FOX, and the 200‑lap race around 6:00 p.m. ET on FOX.
- The 23‑car field will feature the top 20 from qualifying, two transfers from the Last Chance Qualifier, and one provisional based on 2025 Cup points.
- NASCAR cited competitor and fan safety in postponing the event after consulting with the City of Winston‑Salem and state transportation officials.
- North Carolina authorities urged drivers to avoid unnecessary travel and reported 750 collisions in a single day as reporters warned that getting from Charlotte to Winston‑Salem could be the larger hurdle.
- NASCAR announced fan relief options with either a 120% credit for future tickets at NASCAR‑owned tracks (excluding the Daytona 500 and Homestead finale) or a 100% refund, with requests due within 14 days.