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, has been a perennial contender for the cup, along with his brother Kyle.
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 playoff race comes to Las Vegas.