2026 Food City 500 Prize Money Breakdown at Bristol Motor Speedway
NASCAR Food City 500 Prize Money: How much is the winner expected to make at Bristol Motor Speedway in 2026?
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The 2026 Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway will feature a total prize pool of $11,233,037. The winner is expected to earn between $898,643 and $1,123,304, representing 8-10% of the total purse. The race is scheduled for April 12, 2026.
- 01Total prize pool for the Food City 500 is $11,233,037.
- 02The winner's share is estimated between $898,643 and $1,123,304.
- 03The race consists of 500 laps on a 0.533-mile track.
- 0437 drivers will compete, including 36 chartered and one non-chartered.
- 05Live coverage will be available on FS1, FOX One, Peacock, and PRN.
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The 2026 Food City 500, part of the NASCAR Cup Series, will take place at Bristol Motor Speedway on April 12, 2026. The race features a total prize pool of $11,233,037, with the winner expected to take home between $898,643 and $1,123,304, depending on the final purse distribution. This event marks the ninth outing for the Next Gen car at Bristol, which is a 0.533-mile short track. A total of 37 drivers will compete, including 36 chartered drivers and one non-chartered. The race is set to be broadcast live on various platforms including FS1 and Peacock, starting at 3 PM ET.
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