Get ready for a thrilling weekend as the NASCAR Cup Series and Xfinity Series roar into Las Vegas Motor Speedway, kicking off their respective Round of 8 in the playoffs! But here's where it gets exciting: this desert showdown promises high-speed action, strategic pit stops, and nail-biting finishes that could reshape the championship standings. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a curious newcomer, this is your ultimate guide to the race weekend—packed with essential info, updates, and insider details you won’t want to miss.
Bookmark this page and check back regularly for race-week essentials, including qualifying orders, practice speeds, results, and more. And this is the part most people miss: understanding the tire strategy could be the key to predicting who takes the checkered flag. For the NASCAR Cup Series, drivers will have ten sets of tires for the weekend—eight new race sets, one transferred from qualifying, and one for practice. Meanwhile, Xfinity Series drivers will manage with six sets—four new race sets, one from qualifying, and one for practice. Is this tire allocation fair, or does it give one series an edge? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
Here’s the breakdown for both series:
NASCAR Cup Series
Race Day: Sunday, 5:30 p.m. ET on USA Network
- Tires: Goodyear Racing Notes
- Entry List: Full List
- Qualifying Order: Order Details
- Practice & Qualifying Results: Live Updates
- Pit Stalls: Assignments
- Stage & Unofficial Results: Available as the race progresses
NASCAR Xfinity Series
Race Day: Saturday, 7:30 p.m. ET on The CW
- Tires: Goodyear Racing Notes
- Entry List: Full List
- Qualifying Order: Order Details
- Practice & Qualifying Results: Live Updates
- Pit Stalls: Assignments
- Stage & Unofficial Results: Available as the race progresses
Controversial Question: With the Cup Series getting more tire sets than the Xfinity Series, does this give Cup drivers an unfair advantage in terms of strategy and performance? Or is it a necessary balance for the different demands of each series? Share your take below!
For a full weekend schedule and TV listings, check out NASCAR’s official guide and TV guide. Don’t miss a second of the action—this playoff round could be a game-changer!
