The 2025 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Fr8 208 is set to take place at Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton, Georgia, on Saturday, February 22. This race marks the second event of the NASCAR Truck Series season and promises to be an exciting one, especially after last year’s thrilling race.
Course Overview
- Track: Atlanta Motor Speedway, Hampton, Georgia
- Track Type: 1.54-mile D-shaped oval
- Banking: 28 degrees in the turns, 5 degrees on the straightaways
- Race Distance: 250 miles (400 km)
- Stages: 60/160/250
Atlanta Motor Speedway is known for its high speeds and intense racing, making it one of the most challenging tracks on the circuit.
Defending Champion
- Corey Heim (USA) won the 2024 Fr8 208 with a dramatic finish, edging out Ty Majeski and Chandler Smith. Heim will be looking to defend his title and continue his strong start to the season.
Notable Players
- Ty Majeski (USA): Majeski was the 2024 series champion and finished third in last year’s race. He will be eager to get back to the top of the podium.
- Chandler Smith (USA): Smith led a race-best 34 laps at Daytona and will be aiming for a strong performance in Atlanta.
- Grant Enfinger (USA): Enfinger finished fourth at Daytona and has been a perennial title favorite in the Truck Series.
- Daniel Hemric (USA): Hemric, a former NASCAR Xfinity Series champion, finished seventh at Daytona and will be looking to improve his performance.
- William Sawalich (USA): The highly touted rookie finished ninth at Daytona and will be making his Atlanta debut.
- Frankie Muniz (USA): The television and movie star finished a career-best 10th at Daytona and is eager to cement his new career in full-time NASCAR competition.
Key Storylines
- Defending Champions: Corey Heim and Ty Majeski will be looking to defend their titles and continue their strong starts to the season.
- Rookie Debut: William Sawalich will be competing in his first Atlanta race, adding an exciting element to the event.
- Team Performance: Joe Gibbs Racing has had success at Atlanta in the past and will be looking to continue their dominance.
- Consistency: Players like Chandler Smith and Grant Enfinger, who have shown consistent performances, will be aiming for top finishes.
Broadcast Information
- TV Coverage: The race will be broadcast live on FOX with Mike Joy, Kevin Harvick, and Clint Bowyer in the booth.
- Streaming: Amazon Prime Video will stream the qualifying session on Friday and the race on Saturday.
Prize Money and Points
- The Fr8 208 offers a substantial purse, with the winner taking home a significant portion of the prize money.
- The race also offers valuable points towards the NASCAR Truck Series championship, making it an important event for drivers and teams.
