2026 Tulsa Shootout

Tulsa Shootout Format Explained: Here's How They Get From 460+ To 24

Tulsa Shootout Format Explained: Here's How They Get From 460+ To 24

Breaking down the massive Tulsa Shootout format that will be used to whittle down gigantic fields to 24 feature starters.

Dec 22, 2025 by FloRacing Staff
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With more than 1,930 entries, a new all-time record, the Tulsa Shootout requires an effective agenda to whittle down gigantic numbers like 462 cars in one class to strictly 24 feature starters.

How on earth is it possible to get all this done in such a timely manner? Well, passing points is the name of the game.

The easiest description of the passing points chart (included below) can be broken down by finishing points AND THEN passing points. By position, drivers earn 100 for 1st - 93 for 2nd - 86 for 3rd - it’s a 7-point drop per spot. Then, you add in passing points, which is +5 for every position advanced and -1.5 for every position lost.

A look at the passing points chart for the Tulsa Shootout.

It all starts with pill draw, ironically one of the most important moments of the week. The four major divisions feature upwards of 40+ Heat Races, thus creating a huge divide in passing points and plenty of crucial tiebreakers. Some will win from the pole, others will charge from 8th, there will be those losing spots, and generally every situation occurs at least once.

Following Heat Races, the top 112 in passing points advance to 8 Qualifiers (14 cars in each) with a four-car inversion in effect. That’s where the bubble gets more intense, with the top-32 points-getters involved in said inversion. Thus, high point man starts 4th in his Qualifier with ample opportunity to gain more points. The hardcore cutoff is that line between 32-33, which is the difference between starting on the pole and starting 5th.

Those missing the cut for Qualifiers are sent to E-Mains, D-Mains, and C-Mains to begin their alphabet soup bids.

In Qualifiers, which are often some of the most intense races of the week, drivers fight for more passing points. When its all said and done, only the TOP 16 in combined points will lock-in for their respective main event. Drivers 17th-112th split into 8 B-Mains, and from there, the Last Chance Qualifier sends the final eight drivers into the big dance.

Once the full 24-car field in each division is set, it’s game on Saturday night. With the iconic Golden Driller on the line, you never know what to expect come main event time.

With car count numbers rising, we’ve seen some crazy passing point numbers be posted over the years - such as an Outlaw Non-Wing A-Main setting the all-time record for top-16 cutoff at 216 PTS. Simply put, you truly need a bit of luck on your side at the Tulsa Shootout, but you still better be on your A-game every time you roll onto the track.

2026 Tulsa Shootout Schedule

All Times Central

Saturday, Dec. 27

  • 8 a.m. – Parking
  • Noon-7 p.m. – Sign-In

Sunday, Dec. 28

  • 8 a.m. – Parking
  • Noon-7 p.m. – Sign-In 
  • 3 p.m. – Restrictor Tech

Monday, Dec. 29

  • 7 a.m. – Building opens
  • 8:15-8:20 a.m. – Engine heat
  • 9 a.m. – Practice begins

*Times may vary due to vehicle count.

Tuesday, Dec. 30

  • 7 a.m. – Building open
  • 8:15-8:20 a.m. – Engine heat
  • 9 a.m. – Racing

*Times may vary due to vehicle count.

Wednesday, Dec. 31

  • 7 a.m. – Building open
  • 8:15-8:20 a.m. – Engine heat
  • 9 a.m. – Racing

*Times may vary due to vehicle count.

Thursday, Jan. 1

  • 7 a.m. – Building open
  • 8:15-8:20 a.m. – Engine heat
  • 9 a.m. – Racing

*Times may vary due to vehicle count.

Friday, Jan. 2

  • 7 a.m. – Building open
  • 8:15-8:20 a.m. – Engine heat
  • 9 a.m. – Racing

*Times may vary due to vehicle count.

Saturday, Jan. 3

  • 7 a.m. – Building open
  • 8:15-8:20 a.m. – Engine heat
  • 9 a.m. – Racing
  • 5 p.m. – Opening ceremonies

*To see a more detailed schedule with the specific classifications for each day, click here.

How To Watch The 2026 Tulsa Shootout

Once again, the Tulsa Shootout will be broadcast on FloRacing and available to all FloRacing subscribers. 

Non-subscribers interested in watching the race can become FloRacing subscribers by clicking here.

Fans can watch on their SmartTVs, mobile phones or tablets, as well as computers on FloRacing.com

The FloSports app is available on Roku, FireTV, Samsung, LG, Google Play Store and the Apple Store. 

2026 Tulsa Shootout Tickets

Plan on being in the Tulsa area and want to catch the 2025 Tulsa Shootout in person?

Adult general admission tickets ($30) can be purchased TulsaShootout.com. Discounted tickets for seniors ($25), military ($25) and youth ($15) are available for sale at the event, along with pit passes ($45) and other convenient ticket packages. 

Learn More About The Tulsa Shootout

What Are The Divisions For The 2026 Tulsa Shootout?

  • Winged Outlaw
  • Non-Wing Outlaw
  • Winged A-Class
  • Stock Non-Wing
  • Restricted ‘A’ Class
  • Junior Sprints

Who Were The Winners At The 2025 Tulsa Shootout? 

Here’s a look at all of the past winners at the Tulsa Shootout:

Winged Outlaw

  • Kyle Larson (2025)
  • Emerson Axsom (2024)
  • Emerson Axsom (2023)
  • Craig Ronk (2022)
  • Mitchell Moles (2021)
  • Emerson Axsom (2020)
  • Ben Worth (2019)
  • Christopher Bell (2018)
  • Joe B. Miller (2017)
  • Brady Bacon (2016)
  • Michael Faccinto (2015)
  • Frank Flud (2014)
  • Heath Duinkerken (2013)
  • Heath Duinkerken (2012)
  • Blake Hahn (2011)
  • Ryan Reeves (2010)
  • Kevin Bayer (2009)
  • Brady Bacon (2008)
  • Jerrod Wilson (2007)
  • Rodney Stealy (2006)
  • Stan Yockey & Scotty Smith (2005)
  • Rodney Stealy (2004)
  • Bryan Clauson & Jacob Mosley (2003)
  • Dino Tomassi & Scotty Smith (2002)
  • Robert Richardson (2001)
  • Paul Carbone (2000)
  • Lee Waldroop (1999)
  • Pete Frazier (1998)
  • Rick King (1997)
  • Chad Davenport (1996)
  • Steve Frisell (1995)
  • Pete Frazier (1994)
  • Pete Frazier (1993)
  • Keith Crawford (1990)

Non-Wing Outlaw

  • Christopher Bell (2025)
  • Blake Hahn (2024)
  • TJ Smith (2023)
  • Jeffrey Newell (2022)
  • Kris Carroll (2021)
  • Brady Bacon (2020)
  • Zeb Wise (2019)
  • Jason McDougal (2018)
  • Tristan Guardino (2017)
  • Chris Andrews (2016)
  • Trey Marcham (2015)
  • Steven Shebester (2014)
  • Chris Andrews (2013)
  • Brock Lemley (2012)
  • Blake Hahn (2011)

Winged A-Class

  • Kyle Larson (2025)
  • Ashton Torgerson (2024)
  • Jake Hagopian (2023)
  • Jake Hagopian (2022)
  • Brian Carber (2021)
  • Kyle Spence (2020)
  • Jake Hagopian (2019)
  • Jason McDougal (2018)
  • Ayrton Gennetten (2017)
  • Miles Paulus (2016)
  • Giovanni Scelzi (2015)
  • Tucker Worth (2014)
  • Chris Cochran (2013)
  • Kevin Bayer (2012)
  • Andrew Deal (2011)
  • Donnie Ray Crawford (2010)
  • Gary Taylor (2009)
  • Jerrod Wilson (2008)
  • Donnie Ray Crawford (2007)
  • Scott Sawyer & Jerrod Wilson (2006)
  • Kevin Bayer (2005)
  • Brady Bacon (2004)
  • Dex Eaton (2003)
  • Brad Best (2002)
  • Shawn Wright (2000)
  • Shawn Wright (1999)
  • Jerrod Wilson (1998)
  • Darren Stewart (1997)
  • Jay Foote (1996)
  • Kevin Bayer (1995)
  • Chris Crawford (1994)
  • Ryan McDonald (1993)
  • Bubba Hunt (1992)
  • David Person (1991)
  • Gary Edwards (1989)
  • Willie Bewley (1988)

Stock Non-Wing

  • Brent Crews (2025)
  • Frank Flud (2024)
  • Gavan Boschele (2023)
  • Emerson Axsom (2022)
  • Brian Carber (2021)
  • Alex Bright (2020)
  • Kyle Spence (2019)
  • Jason McDougal (2018)
  • Frank Flud (2017)
  • Jonathan Beason (2016)
  • Trey Marcham (2015)
  • Frank Flud (2014)
  • Michael Faccinto (2013)
  • Chris Cochran (2012)
  • Koen Shaw (2011)
  • Chris Andrews (2010)
  • Riley Adair (2009)
  • Rodney Stealy (2008)
  • Donnie Ray Crawford (2007)
  • Andrew Peters & Donnie Crawford (2006)
  • Donnie Crawford (2005)
  • Ronnie James (2004)
  • Donnie Crawford (2003)
  • Matt Walton (2002)
  • Chebon Bruner (1999)
  • Rick Mercer (1998)
  • Brady Courtney (1997)
  • Paul Herndon (1996)
  • Jeff Dodd (1994)
  • Wendy Shear (1990)

Restricted 'A' Class

  • Haidyn Hansen (2025)
  • Wyatt Miller (2024)
  • Jack Thomas (2023)
  • Jett Nunley (2022)
  • Jaxton Wiggs (2021)
  • Jade Avedisian (2020)
  • Shawn Mahaffey (2019)
  • Corey Day (2018)
  • Grady Mercer (2017)
  • Noah Gass (2016)
  • Kaylee Bryson (2015)
  • Alex Panella (2014)
  • Dahne Lynn McKay (2013)
  • Dahne Lynn McKay (2012)
  • Dalton Seigler (2011)
  • Darien Roberts (2010)
  • Trent Carter (2009)
  • Sean Thompson (2008)
  • Tanner Mullens (2007)
  • Tyler Edwards (2006)
  • Dalton Cole (2005)
  • Jack Dover (2004)
  • Jay Hunt (2003)
  • Josh Pickle (2002)
  • Jonathan Beason (2001)

Junior Sprints

  • Brexton Busch (2025)
  • Braxton Flatt (2024)
  • Mattix McBride (2023)
  • Lucas Mauldin (2022)
  • Lucas Mauldin (2021)
  • Jett Barnes (2020)
  • Austin Wood (2019)
  • Ryan Timms (2018)
  • Caeden Steele (2017)
  • Ryder Laplante (2016)
  • Nikko Panella (2015)
  • Cannon McIntosh (2014)
  • Jadon Rogers (2013)
  • Kameron Beard (2012)
  • Josiah Ribeiro (2011)
  • Josiah Ribeiro (2010)
  • Grady Chandler (2009)
  • Chance Morton (2008)
  • Drew Marshall (2007)
  • Blake Hahn (2006)
  • Mitch Faccinto (2005)
  • Dustin Rhodes (2004)
  • Jordan Burnett (2001)

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