Brad Keselowski won pole position for the All-Star Race and his heat race before discussing the future of the event’s host track, advocating for North Wilkesboro to become a points racetrack due to its rich history in NASCAR. He suggested moving the All-Star Race back to Charlotte Speedway, where it was held annually from 1987 to 2019, while expressing a desire to eliminate races like the Roval at Charlotte.
Keselowski criticized the Roval’s configuration, questioning its impact on fan attendance and TV ratings compared to the oval race, and argued for the removal of the Roval from the NASCAR Cup Series schedule. He emphasized the importance of maximizing fan engagement and viewership in deciding the sport’s direction, highlighting his preference for traditional oval racing over newer track layouts like the Roval.