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.
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.
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