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Noah Gragson Throws Shade at Jimmie Johnson and Legacy Motor Club for Lack of Opportunity
Noah Gragson discusses his comeback from last year to achieving two top-10 finishes in the first three races, and the contrast between the two teams.
Despite the Fastest Pit Stop, Joe Gibbs’ Grandson Was Hindered by ‘Pile of S**t Transmission’ in the Las Vegas Race
Ty Gibbs faces a transmission setback but secures an impressive P5 finish at Pennzoil 400. Next stop: Shriner’s Children 500!
With William Byron’s Trash Bag and Beer Drama, Kevin Harvick Relives His $100 Bill, Texas Gifted Him
At the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, William Byron had an unfortunate encounter with a trash bag, and Kevin Harvick was pretty sympathetic.
Kevin Harvick Takes Up Unprecedented Broadcast Booth Challenge After “Lit” Bubba Wallace Comment Set Social Media on Fire
Kevin Harvick and Bubba Wallace got into a fun banter ahead of the Las Vegas race, prompting the former driver to take up another challenge.
RFK Racing Penalized for Loose Tire as Richard Childress Racing Walk Away Scott-Free After Pit Lane Fiasco
RCR crew spared of any penalties despite their pit road mistake, while Chris Buescher's jackman and crew faced suspensions for their pit road mishap.
Amidst 23XI Racing Pit Crew Criticism, Denny Hamlin Let Joe Gibbs Racing Down in Las Vegas
NASCAR driver and co-owner of 23X1, Denny Hamlin came hard of the 23X1 pit crew after repeated blunders by the crew in Vegas race.
“Could Be His Year”- Denny Hamlin Names Estranged Friend as Biggest Roadblock to His Championship Aspirations
Denny Hamlin holds his lost friend in the highest regard, as Kyle Larson outwitted others in the year's first 1.5-mile track.
Despite Being 10+ Laps Down, Bubba Wallace Intended to Ruin Rival Kyle Larsons Vegas Outing
Dive into the intense world of NASCAR as Bubba Wallace takes on the challenge of shaking up Kyle Larson's Vegas victory.
Despite Divided Consensus, NASCAR’s Las Vegas Thriller Trounces Warriors-Celtics Showdown to Dominate TV Charts
NASCAR scores big with Larson's Las Vegas victory, edging out Warriors-Celtics showdown & topping viewership charts. Is this finally the year?
Owner Denny Hamlin Blames 23XI for Jeopardizing Tyler Reddick’s Chance to End HMS’ Vegas Dominance
Hendrick Motorsports dominates Vegas with Kyle Larson's win, but owner of 23XI Denny Hamlin blames pit problems for Tyler Reddick's P2 finish.
Denny Hamlin Calls Out Blaney for “Losing His Brain” After Ross Chastain’s “Dumbf*uck” Move at Vegas
Denny Hamlin shares honest opinion about Blaney's gnarly ouburst against Chastain's tactics at the Las Vegas race.
Denny Hamlin Believes His & Michael Jordan’s $16M Investment Would Conquer 23XI’s Fatal Flaw
Denny Hamlin shares that his team's pit crew woes may finally be seeing a light at the end of the tunnel, with Airspeed unveiling soon.
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Mar 7, 2021; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson (5) cellebrates his victory in the Pennzoil 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
Las Vegas Motor Speedway- 2021 Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Track
Las Vegas Motor Speedway, situated in Clark County, Nevada in Las Vegas, Nevada around 15 miles upper east of the Las Vegas Strip, is a 1,200-acre of land (490 ha) complex of various tracks for motorsports dashing. The complex is possessed by Speedway Motorsports, Inc.
History
Following the last conclusion of Stardust International Raceway in 1971, plans were produced for another racing facility in Las Vegas - the Las Vegas Speedrome. Situated in the far upper east corner of the Las Vegas Valley, the Speedrome comprised of a street course and drag strip, opening in 1972. Alexander Rodriguez leased the facility from the City of Las Vegas, and added the 3/8-mile short track in 1985 after the conclusion of Craig Road Speedway in 1983.
Ralph Engelstad of the Imperial Palace bought the track in 1989, renaming the office Las Vegas Speedway Park. Engelstad cooperated with William Bennett of the Sahara Hotel and opened another $72 million superspeedway on the site in September 1996.
The main race at the speedway was on September 15 with an IndyCar occasion, which was won by Richie Hearn. A NASCAR Truck Series race continued in November. In December 1998, Speedway Motorsports bought Las Vegas Motor Speedway from Engelstad and Bennett for $215 million.
Veteran motorsports publicist Chris Powell was named the speedway's president and general manager and still holds that position today.
2021 Race
Kevin Harvick started on the pole ahead of Homestead winner William Byron. Kyle Larson led 103 of 267 laps in the NASCAR Cup Series‘ Pennzoil 400 at the Speedway en route to the victory.
Quick Facts
| Location | Las Vegas Motor Speedway 7000 N. Las Vegas Blvd. |
| Operator | Speedway Motorsports, Inc. |
| Major Events | NASCAR Cup Series Pennzoil 400 South Point 400 NASCAR Xfinity Series Alsco Uniforms 300 Alsco Uniforms 302 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Bucked Up 200 World of Westgate 200 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series NHRA World Finals Baja 1000 (Qualifying for Trophy Trucks and Class 1) K&N Spring Fling Million bracket race |
| Length | 1.5 mi (2.41 km) |
| Most Wins | Jimmie Johnson (4) |
| Most Starts | Kurt Busch, Kevin Harvick (20) |
| Poles | Kasey Kahne (3) |
