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“Racing That Guy for a Really Long Time” – Ross Chastain Reflects on his Battle with Joey Logano for the Las Vegas Win
At the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Ross Chastain truly enjoyed his battle with Joey Logano for the race win, despite losing to the Penske man.
“After Tony Stewart Incident” – NASCAR’s Double Standards Called Out in Bubba Wallace Penalty for Kyle Larson Assault
Bubba Wallace receives a penalty, but fans of the sport are not happy with the hypocrisy and outright display of double standards by NASCAR.
NASCAR Insider Believes ‘Innocent’ Christopher Bell Helped Kyle Larson Avoid A Tragedy After Attack By Bubba Wallace
The Las Vegas Motor Speedway made for ugly scenes between Bubba Wallace and Kyle Larson, and people want him penalized appropriately.
William Byron is the Reason Why Bubba Wallace Blatantly Lied to NASCAR Fans After Assaulting Kyle Larson
At the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Bubba Wallace retaliated against Kyle Larson and then proceeded to try and fight him, angering many people.
Joey Logano Claims ‘Mad Retaliation’ by Bubba Wallace Could Have Led to Kyle Larson Losing His Life
NASCAR driver for Team Penske, Joey Logano recently condemned the on-track actions of Bubba Wallace against Kyle Larson in Las Vegas.
NASCAR Insider Hopes ‘Anxiety Issues’ Plagued Bubba Wallace Makes Peace With Kyle Larson if He Wants to Save His Career
NASCAR spotter Brett Griffin recently shared his thoughts on the incident between Bubba Wallace and Kyle Larson at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
‘Mad’ Tony Stewart Takes Down NASCAR on SHR Penalty Incident Amid Bubba Wallace-Kyle Larson Drama
Stewart Haas Racing co-owner Tony Stewart takes down NASCAR and its decisions against the team publically after the controversial Vegas race.
“Lost His Mind” – 23XI Insider Gives Damning Verdict on Bubba Wallace’s Behavior in Kyle Larson Altercation
Bubba Wallace's spotter, Freddie Kraft finally reveals his point of view and opinion on what transpired between his driver and Kyle Larson.
NASCAR Fans Asks Bubba Wallace to “Take Some Pointers” From This Video of Kyle Busch and Ryan Blaney
NASCAR fans ask 23XI Racing's Bubba Wallace to take notes from Kyle Busch after his 'big baby' tantrum at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Unseen Clip of Dale Earnhardt Jr’s Reaction to Bubba Wallace’s Blatant Assault of Kyle Larson Fuels Fan Theory
Fans found a previously unseen clip of Dale Earnhardt Jr reacting to the Bubba Wallace and Kyle Larson wreck at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Bubba Wallace Branded a Hypocrite After He Got Dale Earnhardt Jr to Agree on “A**” Whooping, for Something He Did to Kyle Larson, in Unearthed Video
Fans mad at Bubba Wallace brand him as a 'hypocrite' after a video of him asking Dale Earnhardt Jr to agree on "A** whopping' resurface.
Official NASCAR Analyst Exposes Bubba Wallace After Data from Kyle Larson Wreck is Shown to the World
Following the Bubba Wallace and Kyle Larson incident at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, a NASCAR insider reveals details of Wallace's car's data.
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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) |
