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2018 At-track photos: Talladega playoff race weekend

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 14: Aric Almirola, driver of the #10 Smithfield Bacon for Life Ford, celebrates in victory lane after winning the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 14, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Hugs from Aric Almirola's son, Alex, make the victory even sweeter.

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Aric Almirola's son, Alex, and daughter, Abby, help him affix the "winner" sticker to his car.

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This is Aric Almirola's first win since 2014.

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Aric Almirola's only other career win also came at a restrictor-plate track, Daytona.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 14: Aric Almirola, driver of the #10 Smithfield Bacon for Life Ford, celebrates after winning the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 14, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Aric Almirola takes the checkered flag for the first time this season.

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Aric Almirola's win means all four Stewart-Haas Racing cars have won this season.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 14: Aric Almirola, driver of the #10 Smithfield Bacon for Life Ford, takes the checkered flag to win the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 14, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Aric Almirola crosses the finish line first after his Stewart-Haas Racing teammate Kurt Busch ran out of gas on the last lap.

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Aric Almirola's four top fives this season are a career-best.

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Aric Almirola celebrates his win with daughter Abby.

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Almirola's first time posing with a Monster Girl!

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 14: Jimmie Johnson, driver of the #48 Lowe's for Pros Chevrolet, spins during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 14, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Jimmie Johnson wrecked early in Talladega, ending his chances at a win.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 14: Alex Bowman, driver of the #88 Nationwide Chevrolet, and JJ Yeley, driver of the #23 Steakhouse Elite Ford, are involved in an on-track incident during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 14, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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It wasn't the "Big One," but this late-race wreck featuring Alex Bowman was the "Big Impact One" because it set up Almirola's win.

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Alex Bowman and JJ Yeley wreck late in Talladega.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 14: Kyle Larson, driver of the #42 Credit One Bank Chevrolet, spins on the backstretch during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 14, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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This solo spin by Kyle Larson midway through the race hurt his chances and led to him ranking 11th among Round of 12 drivers after Talladega.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 14: Jamie McMurray, driver of the #1 Winter Park Construction/Arctic Cat Chevrolet, spins during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 14, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Jamie McMurray plows through the infield grass late in the race.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 14: Kurt Busch, driver of the #41 Monster Energy/Haas Automation Ford, and Clint Bowyer, driver of the #14 Cummins/Rush Truck Centers Ford, lead the field to the green flag to start the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 14, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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What a crowd!

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Nothing but blue skies in Alabama.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 14: Jimmie Johnson, driver of the #48 Lowe's for Pros Chevrolet, reacts as he arrives to his car on pit road prior to the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 14, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Jimmie Johnson is pumped to be introduced in Talladega.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 14: Crew members work on the #48 Lowe's for Pros Chevrolet, driven by Jimmie Johnson, during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 14, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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The No. 48 crew gets to work making repairs.

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Looks like Owen Larson is ready to take the wheel from dad, Kyle.

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Yep, Owen Larson definitely looks ready to start driving.

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Bubba Wallace seems pretty relaxed for a guy without a backup car at Talladega.

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Chase Elliott is all smiles with Rick Hendrick because he's already through to the Round of 8 thanks to his win last week at Dover.

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It will be easy to pick out Ricky Stenhouse Jr.'s bright scheme at Talladega.

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Clint Bowyer qualified second for Talladega.

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Scarlett, Paige and Brad Keselowski share a moment pre-race.

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Denny Hamlin enjoys a laugh with daughter Taylor.

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Martin Truex Jr. talks with Joe Gibbs pre-race. Hmm.

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Joey Logano cradles son Hudson before the race starts.

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William Byron prepares for unpredictable Talladega.

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The No. 2 crew pushes Brad Keselowski's Team Penske Ford to the grid for Sunday's race.

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Kurt Busch was fastest in Talladega Busch Pole qualifying.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Brad Keselowski, driver of the #2 Miller Lite Ford, stands by his car during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Brad Keselowski, driver of the No. 2 Miller Lite Ford, stands by his car during qualifying.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Erik Jones, driver of the #20 Craftsman Toyota, talks with crew members during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Erik Jones, driver of the No. 20 Craftsman Toyota, talks with crew members.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Darrell Wallace Jr., driver of the #43 Medallion Bank/Petty's Garage Chevrolet, stands by his car during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Bubba Wallace, driver of the No. 43 Medallion Bank/Petty's Garage Chevrolet, stands by his car.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: William Byron, driver of the #24 Hertz Chevrolet, gets into his car during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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William Byron, driver of the No. 24 Hertz Chevrolet, gets into his car during qualifying.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Jimmie Johnson, driver of the #48 Lowe's for Pros Chevrolet, stands by his car during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Jimmie Johnson, driver of the No. 48 Lowe's for Pros Chevrolet, stands by his car.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Ryan Blaney, driver of the #12 REV Ford, talks with Brad Keselowski, driver of the #2 Miller Lite Ford, during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Ryan Blaney, driver of the No. 12 REV Ford, talks with Brad Keselowski, driver of the No. 2 Miller Lite Ford, during qualifying.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Brendan Gaughan, driver of the #62 BeardOilDist./SouthPointHotel&CasinoChevrolet, and Jimmie Johnson, driver of the #48 Lowe's for Pros Chevrolet, talk during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Brendan Gaughan and Jimmie Johnson talk during qualifying.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Martin Truex Jr., driver of the #78 Bass Pro Shops/5-hour ENERGY Toyota, walks to his car during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Martin Truex Jr., driver of the No. 78 Bass Pro Shops/5-hour ENERGY Toyota, walks to his car.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Alex Bowman, driver of the #88 Nationwide Chevrolet, walks to his car during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Alex Bowman, driver of the No. 88 Nationwide Chevrolet, walks to his car during qualifying.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Kyle Larson, driver of the #42 Credit One Bank Chevrolet, stands by his car during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kyle Larson, driver of the No. 42 Credit One Bank Chevrolet, stands by his car during qualifying.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: sJoey Logano, driver of the #22 Shell Pennzoil Ford, stands by his car during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Joey Logano, driver of the No. 22 Shell Pennzoil Ford, stands by his car during qualifying.

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Darrell Wallace Jr., driver of the No. 43 Medallion Bank/Petty's Garage Chevrolet, stands by his car.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Kurt Busch, driver of the #41 Monster Energy/Haas Automation Ford, walks to his car during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kurt Busch, driver of the No. 41 Monster Energy/Haas Automation Ford, walks to his car.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Timothy Peters, driver of the #25 Kingman Chevrolet Chevrolet, kisses the winner's decal on his truck after winning the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Timothy Peters, driver of the No. 25 Kingman Chevrolet Chevrolet, kisses the winner's decal on his truck after winning the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Noah Gragson, driver of the #18 Safelite AutoGlass Toyota, is involved in an on-track incident on the final lap during the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Noah Gragson, driver of the No. 18 Safelite AutoGlass Toyota, is involved in an on-track incident.

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Noah Gragson, driver of the No. 18 Safelite AutoGlass Toyota, is involved in an on-track incident.

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The aftermath.

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Not many trucks were spared on Saturday.

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Tough late break for this truck.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: An on-track incident takes place during the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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The Big One hits at Talladega.

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An on-track incident takes place during the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250 at Talladega Superspeedway.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Johnny Sauter, driver of the #21 ISM Connect Chevrolet, Chris Fontaine, driver of the #47 Glenden Enterprises Chevrolet, and Spencer Gallagher, driver of the #2 Allegiant Chevrolet, are involved in an on-track incident during the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Johnny Sauter, driver of the No. 21 ISM Connect Chevrolet, Chris Fontaine, driver of the No. 47 Glenden Enterprises Chevrolet, and Spencer Gallagher, driver of the No. 2 Allegiant Chevrolet, are involved in an on-track incident.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Johnny Sauter, driver of the #21 ISM Connect Chevrolet, is involved in an on-track incident during the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Johnny Sauter, driver of the No. 21 ISM Connect Chevrolet, is involved in an on-track incident.

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Kyle Busch and Kevin Harvick have a friendly chat in the Talladega garage.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Scott Lagasse Jr., driver of the #30 Strutmasters.com Toyota, follows a pack of trucks to turn one during the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Scott Lagasse Jr., driver of the No. 30 Strutmasters.com Toyota, follows a pack of trucks.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Grant Enfinger, driver of the #98 Champion Power Equipment/Curb Records Ford, pits during the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Grant Enfinger, driver of the No. 98 Champion Power Equipment/Curb Records Ford, pits.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Spencer Gallagher, driver of the #2 Allegiant Chevrolet, and David Gilliland, driver of the #51 Pedigree Toyota, lead the field to the green flag to start the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Spencer Gallagher, driver of the No. 2 Allegiant Chevrolet, and David Gilliland, driver of the No. 51 Pedigree Toyota, lead the field to the green flag to start the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 M&M's Toyota, leads a pack of cars during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kyle Busch, driver of the No. 18 M&M's Toyota, leads a pack of cars during practice.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Erik Jones, driver of the #20 Craftsman Toyota, leads a pack of cars during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Erik Jones, driver of the No. 20 Craftsman Toyota, leads a pack of Toyotas.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Alex Bowman, driver of the #88 Nationwide Chevrolet, stands in the garage during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Alex Bowman, driver of the No. 88 Nationwide Chevrolet, stands in the garage during practice.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 M&M's Toyota, walks through the garage during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kyle Busch, driver of the No. 18 M&M's Toyota, walks through the garage during practice.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Clint Bowyer, driver of the #14 Cummins/Rush Truck Centers Ford, walks through the garage during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Clint Bowyer, driver of the No. 14 Cummins/Rush Truck Centers Ford, walks through the garage during practice.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Kurt Busch, driver of the #41 Monster Energy/Haas Automation Ford, has his car pushed through the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kurt Busch has his car pushed through the garage area.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Ryan Blaney, driver of the #12 REV Ford, stands in the garage during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Ryan Blaney stands in the garage during practice.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Brad Keselowski, driver of the #2 Miller Lite Ford, sits in the garage during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Brad Keselowski sits in the garage during practice.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Austin Dillon, driver of the #3 American Ethanol e15 Chevrolet, walks through the garage prior to practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Austin Dillon walks through the garage.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Brad Keselowski, driver of the #2 Miller Lite Ford, his car pushed into the garagge during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Brad Keselowski, driver of the No. 2 Miller Lite Ford, has his car pushed into the garage.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Joey Logano, driver of the #22 Shell Pennzoil Ford, drives through the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Joey Logano drives through the garage area.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Martin Truex Jr., driver of the #78 Bass Pro Shops/5-hour ENERGY Toyota, climbs into his car during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Martin Truex Jr., driver of the No. 78 Bass Pro Shops/5-hour ENERGY Toyota, climbs into his car during practice.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Kevin Harvick, driver of the #4 Jimmy John's Ford, walks to his car during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kevin Harvick, driver of the No. 4 Jimmy John's Ford, walks to his car during practice.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Jimmie Johnson, driver of the #48 Lowe's for Pros Chevrolet, signs autographs in the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Jimmie Johnson, driver of the No. 48 Lowe's for Pros Chevrolet, signs autographs in the garage area.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 13: Kevin Harvick, driver of the #4 Jimmy John's Ford, talks with crew members during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 13, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Kevin Harvick, driver of the No. 4 Jimmy John's Ford, talks with crew chief Rodney Childers and crew members during practice.

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John Hunter Nemechek goes to work on his No. 8 truck at Talladega.

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John Hunter Nemechek gets his No. 8 NEMCO Motorsports truck ready to go Friday morning at Talladega Superspeedway.

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The No. 43 driven by Bubba Wallace rolls through inspection at Talladega.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 12: Noah Gragson, driver of the #18 Safelite AutoGlass Toyota, stands by his truck during qualifying for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 12, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Noah Gragson with that superhero pose under the Alabama sun.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 12: Justin Haley, driver of the #24 Fraternal Order of Eagles Chevrolet, talks with Spencer Gallagher, driver of the #2 Allegiant Chevrolet, during qualifying for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 12, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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GMS Racing teammates Justin Haley (left) and Spencer Gallagher (right) share a lighthearted moment on pit road prior to Friday's qualifying session.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 12: Joe Nemechek, driver of the #87 Fleetwing Corporation Chevrolet, stands by his truck during qualifying for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 12, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Joe Nemechek paying attention to every detail before making a qualifying run.

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TALLADEGA, AL - OCTOBER 12: Stewart Friesen, driver of the #52 We Build America Chevrolet, stands by his truck during qualifying for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Fr8Auctions 250 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 12, 2018 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Playoff driver Stewart Friesen is locked in and ready to go before qualifying.

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Todd Gilliland gets ready to strap in for Friday morning practice.

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NASCAR Camping World Truck Series playoff driver Johnny Sauter is all smiles at Talladega.

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Matt Crafton heads out of the garage to take on Talladega Friday morning.

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Brett Moffitt shares a smile at Talladega.

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NASCAR Camping World Truck Series playoff driver Brett Moffitt is all smiles at Talladega.

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Grant Enfinger takes a lap at Talladega.

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Grant Enfinger takes the corner during opening practice.

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Ben Rhodes is locked in and ready to go.

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Justin Haley and Ben Rhodes race during practice at Talladega.

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Justin Haley (24) and Ben Rhodes (41) work the draft during Friday morning's practice.