Harrison Burton Returning To NASCAR Cup Series For All-Star Race

Winning a race in the NASCAR Cup Series doesn’t just mean you’re in the playoffs, it books you a spot in the All-Star Race.

Harrison Burton moved to the Xfinity Series this season after winning last year’s Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona, but will be returning to the Cup Series to compete in this weekend’s All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway.

He won’t be driving for his old Wood Brothers Racing team, but Cody Ware’s No. 51 Rick Ware Racing Ford Mustang. Along with Burton, the team will be making its first appearance in the event.

“Being a part of the NASCAR All-Star Race for the first time is a milestone moment for our organization,” team owner Rick Ware said in a news release. “It’s an honor to have a place in the main event, and we’re just as proud to provide Harrison the opportunity to compete in the All-Star Race. He definitely earned his spot and he deserves to be here. It’s a big opportunity for both of us.”

Burton is currently 10th in the Xfinity Series standings driving for AM Racing.

“The All-Star Race is one of those events you grow up dreaming about, so to have a spot on the grid is really special,” Burton said. “Winning at Daytona last year was a huge moment in my career, and I’m thankful to Rick and the entire RWR team for giving me the opportunity to make that win count by putting me in their car for the All-Star Race. We’ve been building some great momentum in the Xfinity Series, and I’m looking forward to carrying that into North Wilkesboro and competing against the best in the sport.”

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The All-Star Race weekend kicks off on Friday with qualifying followed by heat races on Saturday ahead of the All-Star Open and the main All-Star Racer on Sunday.