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The NASCAR Cup Series returns to Kansas Speedway this fall, and the Xfinity Series joins for its only 2025 stop at the 1.5-mile oval. This weekend is the middle race in the Round of 12 for both series, making it one of the most critical events of the playoffs.
With the drama of last-lap passes, stage battles, and championship implications, here’s everything fans need to know.
Weekend Overview & Key Facts
| Series / Event | Date & Time (ET) | Race Name / Distance | Stages / Laps | Purse / Notes | TV / Radio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCA Menards | Fri, Sept 26, 8pm | Reese’s 150 (100 laps / 150 mi) | Single race | — | FS1 / MRN |
| Xfinity Series | Sat, Sept 27, 4pm | Kansas Lottery 300 (200 laps / 300 mi) | 45 / 90 / 200 | $1.65 million | The CW / MRN / SiriusXM |
| Cup Series | Sun, Sept 28, 3pm | Hollywood Casino 400 (267 laps / 400.5) | 80 / 165 / 267 | $9.79 million | USA Network / MRN / SiriusXM |
Tire Allocation
- Cup teams: 10 sets (eight race sets, one qualifying transfer, one for practice).
- Xfinity teams: 6 sets (four race sets, one qualifying transfer, one for practice).
Day-by-Day Schedule
Friday, Sept 26
- 4:30 p.m. — ARCA practice (45 min)
- 5:30 p.m. — ARCA qualifying (impound)
- 8:00 p.m. — Reese’s 150 (ARCA, 100 laps)
Saturday, Sept 27
- 10:25 a.m. — Xfinity practice (two groups, 25 min each)
- 11:30 a.m. — Xfinity qualifying (single-car, 1 lap)
- 1:00 p.m. — Cup practice (two groups, 25 min each)
- 2:10 p.m. — Cup qualifying (single-car, 1 lap)
- 4:00 p.m. — Kansas Lottery 300 (Xfinity, 200 laps / 300 mi)
Sunday, Sept 28
- 3:00 p.m. — Hollywood Casino 400 (Cup, 267 laps / 400.5 mi)
- Pre-race coverage begins at 2:30 p.m. ET
Cup Series Highlights
- The Hollywood Casino 400 is Race 5 of 10 in the Cup Playoffs and the second of the Round of 12.
- Kansas has never produced a first-time Cup winner in its 39-race history, the longest streak of any active track.
- In 3 of the last 5 Cup races at Kansas, the winning pass came within the final two laps — including two last-lap victories.
- The closest Cup finish in history occurred at Kansas in May 2024, when Kyle Larson edged Chris Buescher by just 0.001 seconds.
Recent Kansas Result (May 2025)
- Winner: Kyle Larson (dominated by leading 221 of 267 laps).
- Margin: 0.712 seconds over Christopher Bell.
- Top 5: Larson, Bell, Blaney, Briscoe, Bowman.
- Larson’s win marked his 32nd career victory, tying him with Dale Jarrett in all-time Cup wins.
Manufacturer Momentum
- Chevrolet has won the last three Kansas Cup races.
- Larson’s No. 5 Chevrolet swept stages, pole, and laps led earlier this year.
Xfinity Series Insights
- The Kansas Lottery 300 is the only Xfinity race at Kansas in 2025.
- Stages end at laps 45, 90, and 200.
- Joe Gibbs Racing has historically dominated Kansas, winning 13 of 18 past races.
- Brandon Jones is the only active driver with multiple Kansas wins.
- Playoff scenario: Any driver exiting Kansas 57+ points above 8th place will lock into the Round of 8.
How to Watch
- Cup Series: Sunday at 3:00 p.m. ET on USA Network, radio on MRN/SiriusXM.
- Xfinity Series: Saturday at 4:00 p.m. ET on The CW, radio on MRN/SiriusXM.
- Fans can follow live timing, in-car cameras, and scanner audio via NASCAR’s digital platforms.
The 2025 NASCAR Kansas Weekend promises high drama in both the Cup and Xfinity Series as playoff pressure intensifies.
With stage battles, late-race passes, and championship hopes on the line, Kansas Speedway once again delivers as one of the most unpredictable tracks on the circuit. Fans can expect nail-biting finishes and pivotal playoff moments across all three days
