NASCAR fans gather at Talladega Superspeedway for Jack Links 500 race

1 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 25

About 100,000 fans are expected in Lincoln, Alabama, as 41 drivers compete on NASCAR’s largest 2.66-mile track.
The Jack Links 500, tenth in the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series, features high-speed pack racing and steep 33-degree banking, drawing visitors from all 50 states and multiple countries.
Fans have camped out for days, enjoying festivities and warm weather, while drivers vie for playoff positions amid challenging physical and mental race conditions as the season continues into summer.

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