Ty Gibbs secured his first pole position of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season on Saturday, June 27, claiming the top spot for the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway.
A Dominant Qualifying Performance
Gibbs, driving with precision, posted a blistering fast lap of 95.738 mph around the challenging road course. This impressive showing marks not only his first pole of the current year but also his inaugural pole at the iconic Sonoma track. Furthermore, it represents the third pole position of his still-young Cup Series career, underscoring his growing prowess in the sport.
The Front Rows Set
Joining Gibbs on the front row for Sunday's main event will be Carson Hocevar, who delivered a strong qualifying run to secure the second starting spot. The second row of the grid will feature two seasoned competitors in Kyle Larson, who qualified third, and Michael McDowell, set to start fourth. The strong lineup at the front promises an thrilling start to the Toyota/Save Mart 350.
