NASCAR rolls into Sin City this weekend as the high-speed action shifts to Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Known for its fast 1.5-mile tri-oval, this track is a favorite among drivers and fans alike, delivering thrilling racing and unpredictable finishes. With progressive banking that allows for multiple racing grooves, expect plenty of side-by-side battles as drivers push their cars to the limit.
What to Watch For
- Cup Series Contenders: The NASCAR Cup Series will take center stage on Sunday, with drivers looking to build momentum early in the season. Will a veteran take the checkered flag, or will an up-and-coming star steal the show?
- Xfinity Series Stars: The future of NASCAR will shine in Saturday’s Xfinity Series race, where rising talents will look to make a statement.
- Truck Series Showdown: The Craftsman Truck Series kicks off the weekend with an intense battle under the lights on Friday night.
Las Vegas NASCAR Weekend Schedule
Friday March 14
3:35 pm Craftsman Truck Series Practice, TV/Streaming: FS2
4:30 pm Craftsman Truck Series Qualifying, TV/Streaming: FS2 Pole: Corey Day, Starting Lineup
6:05 pm Xfinity Series Practice, TV/Streaming: CW App
7:10 pm Xfinity Series Qualifying, TV/Streaming: CW App Pole: Sammy Smith, Starting Lineup
9:00 pm Craftsman Truck Series Ecosave 200, TV/Streaming: FS1; Radio SiriusXM; Radio: MRN Winner: Corey Heim, Results
Saturday March 15
1:35 pm Cup Series Practice, Streaming: Amazon Prime
2:40 pm Cup Series Qualifying, Streaming: Amazon Prime Pole: Michael McDowell, Starting Lineup
4:30 pm Xfinity Series The LiUNA!, TV/Streaming: CW Network; Radio: PRN, SiriusXM
Sunday March 16
3:30 pm Cup Series Pennzoil 400, TV/Streaming: FS1, MAX; Radio: PRN, SiriusXM
Previous Winners
Cup Series: Kyle Larson (Spring 2024), Joey Logano (Fall 2024)
Xfinity Series: John Hunter Nemechek (Spring 2024), AJ Allmendinger (Fall 2024)
Craftsman Truck Series: Rajah Caruth (Spring 2024)
Weather
Friday’s high of 56 increases though the weekend with Sunday seeing the warmest day with a high of 68. There is 15% chance of rain across the three days.
