Christian Eckes, driving for McAnally-Hilgemann Racing, would capture the win after leading when the final caution came out on the last lap.

Eckes and pole-sitter Corey Heim had dominated the entire race, leading 82 and 66 laps, respectively.

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

[12] Nick Sanchez, driving for Rev Racing, would set the fastest time in the session, with a lap of 29.301, and an average speed of 167.830 mph (270.096 km/h).

[14] Corey Heim, driving for Tricon Garage, would score the pole for the race, with a lap of 29.263, and an average speed of 168.048 mph (270.447 km/h).