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# South Point 400 Is Closing In: Las Vegas’ 2026 NASCAR Story Takes Shape

The South Point 400 returns to Las Vegas Motor Speedway on October 4, 2026, as NASCAR’s revamped Chase raises the stakes without elimination rounds. Here is what fans should know about the race, the championship format, the weekend schedule, and getting to the track.

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