It was the first time Darlington hosted three Cup Series races in a single season.

This situation makes it very challenging for the crews to set up their cars' handling in a way that is effective at both ends.

Chase Elliott was awarded the pole for the race as determined by competition-based formula.

Rick Allen, two–time Darlington winner Jeff Burton, Steve Letarte and Dale Earnhardt Jr. covered the race from the booth at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Earnhardt Jr., Dale Jarrett and Kyle Petty also called a portion of the race as part of the Throwback Weekend, Dave Burns, Parker Kligerman and Marty Snider handled the pit road duties on site, and Rutledge Wood handled the features from his home during the race.