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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
Martinsville's signature trophy, a Ridgeway grandfather clock, has been awarded to race winners since 1964.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
Ryan Blaney, last year's Nascar champion, crossed first in the No 12 Menards Ford Mustang and earned the chance to defend his title at Phoenix Raceway in seven days' time.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
Drivers need exceptional skill, patience, and resilience to handle the sharp turns and heavy braking, which often result in incredibly close racing and frequent contact.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
About 50,000 fans turned up for Sunday's race following smaller crowds for Saturday's Xfinity Series and Friday's Craftsman Truck Series races.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
Fans in elaborate costumes adds to the character of Martinsville, a uniquely American event.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
A pair of longtime fans take in the action from turn two.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
A young spectator takes in the race from the concourse beneath the bleachers on Sunday.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
Donald Trump carried Henry county by 29 points in 2020, the same margin as four years prior.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
Fans can rent scanners to listen in on uncensored driver and team communications in addition to the play-by-play radio broadcast.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
Known as 'The Paperclip' for its half-mile, oval shape, Martinsville is one of the shortest and narrowest tracks on the Nascar circuit - and the only track that has been on the schedule from the inaugural season in 1948.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
The hot dogs at Martinsville have become nearly as famous at the track itself. Known for their bright red color and classic Southern style, they're served with chili, slaw, onions and mustard. No substitutions.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
The famous Martinsville hot dog sells for the princely sum of $2.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
A star-spangled spectator takes in a perfect Sunday afternoon for stock-car racing.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
Richard Petty holds the record for most victories at Martinsville Speedway with 15. The 87-year-old Nascar legend, who also holds the all-time Nascar wins record with 200, served as the grand marshal for Sunday's race.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
Drivers start racing on practically flat tires with pressures in the single digits on short tracks like Martinsville. Less air can help the tire grip the track's surface and the pressure will build to the optimal level as they heat up on the track.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
This year's fall race, which determined the final berth for next Sunday's winner-take-all season finale in Phoenix, took place two days before the US presidential election and offered both a diversion from and platform for politics.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
Vintage Nascar memorabilia is hawked by vendors at pop-up tents next to gas stations outside the property.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
Martinsville's rural Virginia setting near the North Carolina border, combined with its old-school, fan-friendly atmosphere, creates an environment reminiscent of Nascar's early days.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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Nascar fans count down to a championship and an election - in pictures. Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.Roughly 50,000 racing fans packed the grounds of Martinsville Speedway for the penultimate race of the Nascar season - as enthusiasm for another big American showdown reached a fever pitch.
ans fill the grounds with RVs, campers and tents from Thursday, creating a festive, community-like atmosphere throughout race weekend. Children in costume took the opportunity to extend their Halloween holiday and go trick-or-treating throughout the campsites.
The Xfinity 500 Nascar Cup Series stock car race at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia, on 3 November 2024.
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