NASCAR brings the playoff heat  to Las Vegas today

NASCAR Brings the Playoff Heat to Las Vegas

NASCAR's Cup Series playoff race in Las Vegas marks one of the sport's most dynamic and economically impactful weekends, blending nearly three decades of motorsports history at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway with the city's unique energy and a loyal local driver following.

Kurt Busch, a Las Vegas native, and his brother Kyle have long been perennial contenders for the cup.

Kurt Busch celebrates after winning a 2020 NASCAR Cup Series race in Las Vegas.

The Origins and Growth of NASCAR in Las Vegas

Las Vegas Motor Speedway is a 1,200-acre motorsports complex located 15 miles northeast of the Las Vegas Strip. The facility traces its roots to the Las Vegas Speedrome, a road course and drag strip that opened in 1972.

Author's summary: NASCAR's Cup Series playoff race in Las Vegas today.

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