Chris Buescher, Denny Hamlin and Tyler Reddick also in good shape for main event; Kyle Larson not so lucky.

Gabriel Bortoleto steps up to Formula 1 after back-to-back titles in Formula 3 and Formula 2, both achieved as a rookie.

NASCAR is hoping new rule will bring stars, and more eyeballs, from other racing series to big races like the Daytona 500.