The NASCAR Cup Series returns to Richmond Raceway as the penultimate contest before the Cup Series Playoffs officially begin. Qualifying at the Virginia short track is scheduled for 5:40 p.m. ET on Friday (truTV,

Richmond Raceway hosts its next NASCAR Cup Series race after Watkins Glen. The venue has been part of the Cup calendar since 1955. Known for competitive short-track racing and historic moments. Five drivers lead in best average finishes at Richmond since 2022.

NASCAR legends Dale Earnhardt Jr and Kyle Petty have clashed over what might be the biggest issue in the sport right now - that polarizing Next Gen car. It seems like most drivers and experts are united in their belief that the shortcomings of the car is making racing dull and getting everybody hot under the collar.