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Hendrick Motorsports’ Alex Bowman Gets Candid on His NASCAR Career as He Makes Kyle Busch Revelation
NASCAR driver for Hendrick Motorsports, Alex Bowman revealed how Kyle Busch apologized for his rant on him after the race in Las Vegas.
“He’s Just Mad Cause He’s Already Wrecked One This Week” – Chase Briscoe’s Spotter Takes a Dig at Kyle Busch
At the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Kyle Busch got a little close to Chase Briscoe in the Stewart-Haas, and Briscoe's spotter took a dig at him
VIDEO: Brad Keselowski on the Receiving End of Former Penske Teammate Ryan Blaney’s Furious Rant After Their Coming Together in Las Vegas
During the NASCAR Cup Series race at Las Vegas, former Team Penske driver Brad Keselowski spun out and collected Ryan Blaney in the process.
Kyle Busch Bites Back With His Own “48%” Gesture After Alex Bowman Dismisses His Vegas Rant With T-Shirt Move
After Alex Bowman dismissed his expletive-ridden rant with a T-shirt sale, Kyle Busch got his revenge with his own T-shirt sale
Dale Earnhardt Jr Reacts as Alex Bowman Puts Kyle Busch-Inspired T-Shirts for Sale
After Kyle Busch delivered an expletive-ridden rant at Alex Bowman, the Hendrick Motorsports driver got revenge in a hilarious manner
WATCH: Samantha Busch’s Reaction Speaks Volumes as Poor Luck Halts Husband Kyle Busch on His March Up the Field in Las Vegas
At the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, a poorly-timed safety car stopped Kyle Busch from charging up the pack from dead last on the grid
WATCH: Bubba Wallace Barely Misses Hitting the Pace Car at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway
During the Pennzoil 400 at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Bubba Wallace must have had a very alert guardian angel with successive near-misses
“He Lost His Mom Five Years Ago Today” – Alex Bowman Pays Tribute to NASCAR Crew Chief Greg Ives for Las Vegas Win
Following his victory at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Alex Bowman paid tribute to his crew chief Greg Ives on a fairly special day for him
“They’re Bought at Walmart” – Kyle Busch Jokes About His Backup Car at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway
After crashing out in practice and missing qualifying, Kyle Busch entered the race at Las Vegas with a spare car, and he joked about the car
How a “Wake-Up Call” Might Have Saved the Day for Hendrick Motorsports & Alex Bowman in Las Vegas
On the back of Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott colliding last time out at Auto Club Speedway, Alex Bowman heeded Rick Hendrick's warning meeting
“Wallace Spared His Life” – NASCAR Fans Laud Bubba Wallace for His Quick Thinking in Avoiding Catastrophic Crash With Erik Jones
NASCAR fans applauded Bubba Wallace for avoiding an ugly crash with Erik Jones in the closing stages of the Cup Series race in Las Vegas.
Danica Patrick and Clint Bowyer Credit Rick Hendrick Intervention for Clean Kyle Larson-Alex Bowman Racing in Vegas
After the race in Las Vegas, FOX Analysts suggested the meeting by Hendrick boss had an effect on racing between Kyle Larson and Alex Bowman.
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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) |
