NATALIE DECKER Lines Up Third in O’Reilly Auto Parts Series at Talladega

April 22, 2026

• NATALIE DECKER starts third in O’Reilly Auto Parts Series qualifying at Talladega, her best grid position of the weekend on the 2.66-mile superspeedway behind Patrick Emerling and JJ Yeley.
• DECKER outqualified established competitors including playoff contenders and former Cup drivers, showcasing strong single-car speed on the high-speed drafting track where pack racing dominates.
• The No. 35 car’s positioning gives DECKER optimal track position for Friday’s race on the treacherous superspeedway, where qualifying order significantly impacts drafting partnerships and survival strategy.

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