The NASCAR Cup Series begins the Phoenix race weekend with practice and qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Championship race. Follow here as the Cup Series sets the Phoenix lineup.

The NASCAR Cup Series playoffs wrap up this afternoon in Arizona with Denny Hamlin, Chase Briscoe, Kyle Larson and William Byron competing for the title. Follow along throughout the day for live updates and real-time expert analysis from our team of reporters at The Athletic.

The Martinsville playoff race is scheduled to start at 2:00 p.m. ET or 11:00 a.m. PT on Sunday, October 26. The race will be held at Martinsville Speedway in Martinsville, Virginia. Stage 1 ends at Lap 130. Stage 2 ends at Lap 260. Stage 3 ends at Lap 500.

Get network information and the latest listings for NASCAR programming on TV throughout the 2025 season, including races, updated weekly.

Kyle Larson, 33, outdueled Denny Hamlin, Chase Briscoe and William Byron to win his second title following his 2021 championship.

NASCAR is launching the NASCAR 25 Creator Series with online media company Night. Eight popular streamers will compete in live races from October to February. This initiative aims to connect with younger audiences through their favorite online personalities.

NASCAR and Night, a next-gen media and entertainment company, launch NASCAR 25 Creator Series in celebration of NASCAR 25.