Martinsville Speedway Hosts NASCAR’s First Short-Track Race of 2025

Ryan Blaney and Hendrick Motorsports lead the field of contenders for Sunday’s Cook Out 400, with Josh Berry emerging as a potential underdog.

The Cook Out 400 at Martinsville Speedway on Sunday marks the seventh race of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series and the season's first short-track event.
Ryan Blaney is a favorite, with two consecutive fall wins at Martinsville and a strong track record of consistent top finishes at the venue.
Hendrick Motorsports, boasting 29 Martinsville wins, aims to extend its dominance in spring races, led by William Byron, a two-time spring winner at the track.
Josh Berry, a recent winner at Las Vegas and an experienced short-track racer, is highlighted as an underdog contender for his second Cup Series victory.
The 400-lap race serves as a key opportunity for drivers and teams to prepare for the higher-stakes playoff race at Martinsville later in the year.