More Richmond Raceway News

Kevin Harvick Demands NASCAR Curb Austin Dillon’s Bad Influence on His Son and Racing’s Future

Kevin Harvick discusses Austin Dillon's victory at Richmond after sharing that his son questioned the RCR driver's ethics.
Kevin Harvick

Denny Hamlin & Joey Logano Not Getting Into “A P*ssing Match” With Austin Dillon, Reveals Insider With Bold Playoff Claim

Austin Dillon wrecked Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin, to get a win in Richmond. Will they retaliate in the next races? NASCAR Insider says no
Denny Hamlin, Austin Dillon, Joey Logano

Controversial Insider Bluntly Shuts Down NASCAR Community’s Richard Childress Hypocrisy in 7-Words

After Richmond's controversial win, a wreck command was given on Dillon's radio. RCR received backlash, NASCAR Insider came to their rescue.
Richard Childress

Shocking Footage of Frustrated Joey Logano Targeting Austin Dillon’s Family Has Insider Foreshadowing “$50K” Damnation

After Dillon angered Joey Logano, the latter bashed him and drove near his family on pit road, something that is being heavily criticized.
Joey Logano, Austin Dillon

Victim Denny Hamlin Tears Apart NASCAR’s Playoff Format Ruining Sport’s “Integrity”

Austin Dillon’s dramatic Richmond win sparks debate over NASCAR’s playoff system. Denny Hamlin voices strong criticism of Actions Detrimental
NASCAR Cup Series Dixie Vodka 400

“You Are Unwell”- Denny Hamlin Publicly Ripping Apart NASCAR Enthusiast’s Richmond Allegations Leaves Fans Snickering

After a NASCAR fan sides with Austin Dillon, Denny Hamlin aims his guns at them and defends his history of wrecks.
NASCAR: Busch Light Clash

NASCAR Under Immense Pressure From Denny Hamlin and Co. to Make Amends for Austin Dillon’s Wreckage

After pulling off some aggressive moves in Richmond, Austin Dillon is under fire from Denny Hamlin's fold which is rooting for a penalty.

Amid Vast Controversies at Richmond, Denny Hamlin Shines the Light at Goodyears Shortcoming at Marquee Event

Denny Hamlin made a big claim when he said some of the tires that Goodyear provided at the Richmond Raceway were old.
NASCAR: Cup Practice

Denny Hamlin Hails Dale Jr & Kevin Harvick’s Brainchild’s Supremacy Over NASCAR’s Flawed Officiating ”“ “Use Your Brain”

After the last minute at Richmond Raceway, Denny Hamlin lashes out at NASCAR and praises Dale Jr and Kevin Harvick's brainchild.
Denny Hamlin, Dale Earnhardt Jr

Jimmie Johnson Lands Himself in Trouble With NASCAR Fans After Wild Dale Earnhardt-Austin Dillon Claim

On the back of Austin Dillon's controversial race win, Jimmie Johnson came out with a strange Dale Earnhardt jibe, and fans took offense.
Untitled design (5)

Denny Hamlin’s Crew Chief Calls Out Austin Dillon’s ‘Shameful’ Act Robbing RCR of Much-Needed Respect

Austin Dillon enraged plenty with his controversial win at Richmond as he wrecked both Denny Hamlin and Joey Logano en route to victory.
Austin Dillon and Denny Hamlin

Denny Hamlin’s Crew Chief Doubles Down On Joey Logano And Co’s Accusations At NASCAR And Richard Childress’ Grandson

Austin Dillon won the race but Paul Wolfe and Chris Gabehart disdain the methods. NASCAR has the ball in its court to take the call now.
Denny Hamlin, Austin Dillon, Joey Logano

About Richmond Raceway

article-image

USA Today via Reuters

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)