NASCAR TV Schedule, Starting Lineup, and Race Info for Las Vegas Motor Speedway
As the NASCAR Cup Series drivers converge on the vibrant city of Las Vegas, fans are eagerly anticipating thrilling racing action on the iconic 1.5-mile oval. This race is particularly significant as it marks the opening event in the Round of 8 for the NASCAR Playoffs, setting the stage for intense competition and high stakes. With a race purse totaling an impressive $9,797,935, drivers will be looking to secure crucial points to advance their championship dreams.
Before we dive into the details of the race, here’s a quick overview of the stages: the race will consist of three segments, specifically designed to add layers of strategy and excitement to the competition with stages set at 80, 165, and the final 267 laps.
Las Vegas Motor Speedway TV Schedule
For those eager to catch the action live, you’ll want to know where to tune in. The race will be broadcast live on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 5:30 PM ET across multiple platforms:
- Channel: USA Network
- Streaming: NBC Sports App | HBO Max
- Post-Race Insight: Catch the Press Pass on NASCAR.com for a deeper dive into the race aftermath.
For a complete breakdown of the weekend’s schedule, including other events leading up to the race, click here to view the full weekend TV schedule.
Las Vegas Motor Speedway Starting Grid – October 12, 2025
The starting grid is a crucial element of any NASCAR race, and for Las Vegas, it features a lineup of elite drivers ready to battle it out on the track. Here’s how they’ll start:
| Pos | Driver | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denny Hamlin | 29.213 |
| 2 | Chase Briscoe | 29.249 |
| 3 | Christopher Bell | 29.255 |
| 4 | Chase Elliott | 29.259 |
| 5 | William Byron | 29.304 |
| 6 | Kyle Larson | 29.328 |
| 7 | Bubba Wallace | 29.401 |
| 8 | Tyler Reddick | 29.413 |
| 9 | Joey Logano | 29.421 |
| 10 | Ty Gibbs | 29.454 |
| 11 | Chris Buescher | 29.537 |
| 12 | Alex Bowman | 29.540 |
| 13 | Shane van Gisbergen | 29.586 |
| 14 | Ryan Blaney | 29.592 |
| 15 | Ross Chastain | 29.594 |
| 16 | Ryan Preece | 29.626 |
| 17 | Daniel Suarez | 29.645 |
| 18 | Michael McDowell | 29.647 |
| 19 | Erik Jones | 29.679 |
| 20 | AJ Allmendinger | 29.690 |
| 21 | Cole Custer | 29.693 |
| 22 | Carson Hocevar | 29.703 |
| 23 | Zane Smith | 29.720 |
| 24 | Ricky Stenhouse Jr | 29.765 |
| 25 | Austin Dillon | 29.779 |
| 26 | John Hunter Nemechek | 29.842 |
| 27 | Justin Haley | 29.846 |
| 28 | Noah Gragson | 29.862 |
| 29 | Josh Berry | 29.909 |
| 30 | Todd Gilliland | 30.022 |
| 31 | Austin Cindric | 30.089 |
| 32 | Kyle Busch | 30.090 |
| 33 | Riley Herbst | 30.147 |
| 34 | Brad Keselowski | 30.210 |
| 35 | Ty Dillon | 30.321 |
| 36 | Cody Ware | 30.627 |
| 37 | JJ Yeley | 30.661 |
| 38 | Katherine Legge | 31.644 |
For more insights, including practice results, click here to view practice results.
NASCAR Cup Series Playoff Point Standings
The stakes are high as we approach the Round of 8 in the NASCAR Playoffs. Current points after Charlotte reflect the competitive nature of this season:
| Driver | Points |
|---|---|
| Denny Hamlin | +8 |
| Ryan Blaney | +6 |
| Kyle Larson | +4 |
| William Byron | +4 |
| — Championship Cutline (3 Races Remaining) — | |
| Christopher Bell | -4 |
| Chase Briscoe | -14 |
| Chase Elliott | -14 |
| Joey Logano | -24 |
| — Eliminated after Round of 12 — | |
| Ross Chastain | |
| Tyler Reddick | |
| Bubba Wallace | |
| Austin Cindric | |
| — Eliminated after Round of 16 — | |
| Alex Bowman | |
| Austin Dillon | |
| Shane van Gisbergen | |
| Josh Berry |
Links
For more details about the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, visit the official site: Las Vegas Motor Speedway or explore more from the world of NASCAR at NASCAR.