Despite its short length, Bristol is among the most popular tracks on the NASCAR schedule because of its distinct features, which include extraordinarily steep banking, an all concrete surface, two pit roads, and stadium-like seating.

[3] Sterling Marlin of Team SABCO would set the fastest time in the session, with a lap of 15.332 and an average speed of 125.150 mph (201.409 km/h).

[3] Geoff Bodine of Joe Bessey Racing would set the fastest time in the session, with a lap of 15.771 and an average speed of 121.666 mph (195.802 km/h).

[3] Kenny Wallace of Andy Petree Racing would set the fastest time in the session, with a lap of 15.989 and an average speed of 120.008 mph (193.134 km/h).

[7] Rusty Wallace of Penske-Kranefuss Racing would win the pole, setting a time of 15.292 and an average speed of 125.477 miles per hour (201.936 km/h).

Punch filled in for regular commentator Bob Jenkins who had was covering ESPN's coverage of the Belterra Resort Indy 300 at Kentucky Speedway.