Ryan Blaney wins pole at Phoenix Raceway while NASCAR postseason leader Kyle Larson to start 22nd

Ryan Blaney secured the pole position at Phoenix Raceway on Saturday, October 18, 2026, giving him a strong starting advantage in NASCAR's postseason. Blaney, currently fifth in the playoff standings, is seeking his third consecutive victory at the desert track. Meanwhile, NASCAR postseason leader Kyle Larson will start from 22nd position on the grid.