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Kyle Busch’s Deteriorating Mental Health Could Prove Detrimental as He Stares Down the Barrel of Unwanted History

In the playoff race, the 2-time cup series champion, Kyle Busch is trailing behind. Where will the miraculous win come from?
NASCAR: Cup Series Playoff Media Day

“I’m Trying to Apologise”¦”- Kyle Busch’s Wife Samantha Takes to Social Media as Disastrous Italy Outing Leaves Her Frustrated

Kyle Busch and his family are in Italy as the two-week Olympic break has commenced. The vacation isn't going how they planned.
Kyle Busch; Samantha Busch; Lennix Busch

Richmond Raceway Could Witness a Familiar Battle as Denny Hamlin Stands in the Way of Kyle Busch’s Revival

RCR star driver Kyle Busch will look to stay afloat in the playoffs race with a solid result at Richmond Raceway after the Olympic break.
Kyle Busch, Denny Hamlin

“Didn’t Realize How Screwed Up I Was”: Kevin Harvick’s Ex-Crew Chief Lets Slip His Disdain That Followed the Closer’s NASCAR Retirement

Rodney Childers opens up about the challenges of adapting to life with rookie Josh Berry in the No. 4 ride after Kevin Harvick's retirement.
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Kyle Larson’s Controversial Brickyard 400 Triumph Shows NASCAR’s Latest Blunder in a Long History of Restart Controversies

Kyle Larson surviving a NASCAR punishment at the Brickyard 400 is a testament to the ruling body's inconsistency in decision-making.
Kyle Larson

Dale Jr. Drops a Shocking Verdict on NASCAR and Goodyear’s Path-Breaking Brainchild Making Its Debut in Richmond

Dale Jr. explains why he isn't particularly enthusiastic about the introduction of the softer tire compound for the upcoming Richmond race.
November 17, 2017 – Homestead, Florida, United States of America – November 17, 2017 – Homestead, Fl

“We Want Horsepower”: NASCAR & $3.37 Billion Worth Partner’s Revolutionary Experiment in Richmond Leaves Fans Divided on Its Outcome

NASCAR plans to implement lessons learned from recent tests. With new tires set to debut, fans are left divided in their opinions
NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Toyota Owners 400 Apr 2, 2023; Richmond, Virginia, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson (5)

Denny Hamlin Left Out to Dry After Frenemy Martin Truex Jr’s Ignorance to a Rare Alliance Ruined JGR’s Winning Chances in Pocono-“It Was a Killer”

Denny Hamlin expressed frustration over Martin Truex Jr.'s ill-timed move that cost him the checkered flag. Will the rivals/teammates learn to work together as the playoffs draw near for Joe Gibbs Racing?
Denny Hamlin and Martin Truex Jr

“We Really Have Become IndyCar” Claim Displeased Fans as NASCAR Eyes North Wilkesboro’s Goodyear Repeat

NASCAR's option tires may not have worked at the All-Star race but they are making a come-back after the Olympic break!
NASCAR: NASCAR All-Star Race

Denny Hamlin Gets His Advantage Taken Away by NASCAR With Goodyear Ready to Revolutionize the Sport

With NASCAR rolling out a new tire plan for the upcoming Richmond race, Denny Hamlin reveals his cause for worry.
NASCAR: Daytona 500 Qualifying

Despite Denny Hamlin and Kyle Larson Not Being on Decent Terms, Their Insiders Back Each Other Up as NASCAR Finally Gives In

More debate on the tire options! This time the approval comes from Denny Hamlin and Kyle Larson's crew chief, despite their rivalry.
Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin

Richard Childress Insider Promises a Turnaround Amid Kyle Busch and Co.’s Worsening Season

Kyle Busch's playoff hopes hinge on unhampered consistency and winning across critical NASCAR tracks as new VP aims to address key issues.
NASCAR: Cup Series Playoff Media Day

About Richmond Raceway

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Richmond Raceway- 2021 Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Track

Richmond Raceway (RR) is a 0.75-mile (1.21 km), D-formed, asphalt race track in Richmond, Virginia. It hosts the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, and the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series. Known as "America's head short track," it has once facilitated renowned occasions as the IROC arrangement, Denny Hamlin Short Track Showdown, and the USAC run vehicle arrangement.

Because of Richmond Raceway's one-of-a-kind "D" shape which permits drivers to arrive at high paces, it has, for quite some time, been known as a short track that races like a superspeedway. With its different racing notches and proclivity for contact, Richmond is a top pick among NASCAR drivers and fans.

In 2010, the track presented a cutting-edge video scoring tower that flaunts more LED area than some other in the motorsports business. The cap highlights four HD LED screens that measure 38-feet wide by 24-feet high.

The screens broadcast live race activity and pre-created video and illustrations. The stem shows the running order and can turn through the whole field. Before 2019, the raceway had track seating of 59,000.

History

Richmond Raceway is the lone track in NASCAR with various races on the timetable that has the entirety of its occasions around evening time. The "Activity Track" is noted for having sold out 33 back-to-back NASCAR Cup Series races.

The sellout streak finished in September 2008 in part because of the financial decline; however, the main consideration in ticket deals was the effect of Tropical Storm Hanna.

Richmond had facilitated the last "regular season" race, paving the way to the beginning of the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs, every year since the idea was presented in 2004 until 2018, when it was moved into the playoffs.

Richmond Raceway is home to two NASCAR races in both the Cup Series and Xfinity Series.

There are a couple of spring races, generally during the first week of April. The Xfinity race is presently 250 laps (187.5 miles) and is named the ToyotaCare 250. The NASCAR Cup Series race is right now 400 laps (300 miles) and is named the Toyota Owners 400.

There are a couple of fall races, generally during the second week of September. The 250-lap (187.5 miles) Xfinity race is as of now supported by Virginia 529 College Savings Plan and is named the Go Bowling 250.

The 400-lap (300 miles) fall Cup race is at present supported by Federated Auto Parts and is named the Federated Auto Parts 400.

Under the flow plan, it is the last race before the season finisher style Chase for the Championship arrangement of races that decide the Cup champion starts, and the last possibility for drivers to acquire a spot in the Chase.

Quick Facts

LocationHenrico County, Virginia, United States
OperatorInternational Speedway Corporation
Former NamesRichmond International Raceway (1989–2017)

Richmond Fairgrounds Raceway (1969–1988)
Virginia State Fairgrounds (1964–1968)
Atlantic Rural Fairgrounds (1955–1963)
Atlantic Rural Exposition Fairgrounds Track (1946–1955)

Major EventsNASCAR Cup Series

Toyota Owners 400 (April)

Federated Auto Parts 400 (September)

NASCAR Xfinity Series

Go Bowling 250 (September)

NASCAR Camping World Truck

Series ToyotaCare 250 (April)

Length0.75 mi (1.21 km)
Most WinsRichard Petty (13)
Most StartsRichard Petty (63)
PolesRichard Petty, Bobby Allison (8)