NASCAR Round of 8 Starts at Las Vegas Motor Speedway for Championship Bid

NASCAR is set for a pivotal weekend at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, marking the start of the Round of 8 with the South Point 400 on Sunday and the Focused Health 302 for the Xfinity Series on Saturday. Victories by playoff-eligible drivers in either race will secure a spot in the Championship 4, adding high stakes to the competition. Notable past South Point 400 finishes include Brad Keselowski's 2018 win that brought Team Penske to a milestone, Kyle Larson's 2023 close victory, and Joey Logano's 2022 triumph that propelled him toward a Cup Series championship. The entry lists feature drivers like J.J. Yeley and Katherine Legge making multiple appearances this season, with Kyle Larson favored to win Sunday’s Cup race. Fantasy outlooks highlight Chris Buescher and Alex Bowman as strong contenders based on recent speed rankings and past performances at Las Vegas. Broadcast coverage will be on USA Network for the Cup Series and The CW for Xfinity, ensuring fans a full weekend of NASCAR playoff action.