NASCAR Playoffs Heat Up as Las Vegas Hosts Round of 8 Opener

Kyle Larson leads the charge with six wins, while Alex Bowman's disqualification reshapes the playoff landscape.

Kyle Larson, with six victories this season, is a strong contender for the Championship 4 as the playoffs enter the Round of 8 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Alex Bowman's disqualification at Charlotte has allowed Joey Logano to advance in the playoffs, adding tension to the competition.
The South Point 400 marks the first of three pivotal races in the Round of 8, with drivers vying for a spot in the Championship 4 at Phoenix.
Tyler Reddick and Christopher Bell are key challengers to Larson, with Reddick nearly winning against him in the spring Vegas race.
Legal disputes involving 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports highlight ongoing tensions over NASCAR's charter agreements.