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Amidst Ford's ongoing struggles in the Cup Series, NASCAR veteran backs the Michigan-based original equipment manufacturer as a new contender.
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Hailie Deegan Confident About Xfinity Debut as She Eyes Her First Victory in the Craftsman Truck Series

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Joe Gibbs Surprisingly Gets HMS Loyalist Dale Earnhardt Jr’s Backing After Promising Richmond Outing

Richmond Raceway witnessed a commendable performance by Joe Gibbs Racing and NASCAR veteran Dale Earnhardt Jr was all praise for the JGR drivers.
Celebrities Visit Build – October 16, 2018

Noah Gragson & SHR Member Surprisingly Vouch for Tony Stewart’s $12.75-Billion Valued NASCAR Nemesis

After the two-day Richmond test, Stewart-Haas Racing officials concluded the approval for the new short-track package tires.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr Delivers Bad News to Hendrick Motorsports as Chevrolet Becomes the New Ford

Speaking on a recent episode of the Dale Jr. Download podcast, Dale Earnhardt Jr said that Chevrolet has more than Toyota to be wary of.
Celebrities Visit SiriusXM – October 17, 2018

“That’s What We Are So Surprised About” – NASCAR Driver Noah Gragson Clueless After Testing at Richmond; Turns in Nothing

NASCAR driver Noah Gragson shares his experience after the Richmond test and talks about whether he felt any different with the new setup.
Richmond Raceway

“That’s Weird” – Dale Earnhardt Jr Pokes Fun at Former HMS Crew Chief for Something He Would Never Do

Dale Earnhardt Jr humorously poked fun at his former Hendrick Motorsports crew chief, Steve Letarte, teasing him about his fashion taste.
Dale Earnhardt Jr., Steve Letarte

Kaulig Racing Play the Ross Chastain Card After Denny Hamlin’s Dropping the Ball in Cup Series Accusations

Kaulig Racing responds to Denny Hamlin's accusations of Richmond shenanigans by celebrating a returning Ross Chastain in the #10 Chevy.
Denny Hamlin and Ross Chastain

Denny Hamlin Defends His Own as He Gets in a Captivating Discussion With a Fan

Denny Hamlin holds his ground in an engrossing exchange with a NASCAR enthusiast, firmly upholding his perspectives.
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Three-Time Winner at Richmond, Dale Earnhardt Jr Prepares Himself for the Changing World of NASCAR

Dale Earnhardt Jr. delves into the changing world of NASCAR after Chris Buescher's win at Richmond Raceway. Discover his intriguing solutions!
Celebrities Visit SiriusXM – October 17, 2018

Boss Denny Hamlin Swore at Tyler Reddick After He Himself Was Abused by Bubba Wallace: 23XI Tricky Triangle

We see a fiery rivalry at 23XI Racing as Denny Hamlin and Bubba Wallace clash on the track. NASCAR fans are divided as emotions run high.
Denny Hamlin, Tyler Reddick, Bubba Wallace

Kyle Busch Proclaims He’d Rather Be With “Really Bad” RCR Than in Rick Hendrick Car’s After HMS’ Richmond Disaster

After finishing in third place at Richmond, RCR driver Kyle Busch gave his take on the race and Hendrick Motorsports' forgettable performance.
NASCAR: Cup Qualifying

About Richmond Raceway

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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)