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Rick Hendrick’s NASCAR Driver Fires Back at Critics Over “No Personality” Accusations With Blunt Self-Confession

Rick Hendrick's team is no short of championships in NASCAR, but off track, his driver is getting flak for having a bland personality.
NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Cup Series Championship Qualifying Nov 4, 2023; Avondale, Arizona, USA; NASCAR Cup Series team o

NASCAR Lawsuit: Bold Accusations Hurled on Michael Jordan & Co as NASCAR Shows ‘No Mercy’

NASCAR lawsuit between 23XI, Front Row, and the league itself threatens the future of charters and team stability.
Michael Jordan and Jim France

NASCAR Weather Update Dover: Is Mother Nature Turning It’s Back on Us at Dover?

NASCAR faces a weather challenge at Dover with a rainy forecast that could threaten the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 weekend.
Dover Speedway

NASCAR Dismisses SVG’s Restart Concern as Joe Gibbs’ Driver Dodges Late-Race Penalty at Sonoma

SVG accused Chase Briscoe of jumping the restart at Sonoma, but NASCAR officials dismissed his claims, citing their reasons.
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NASCAR Dover: Throwback to Kyle Larson’s 75-Race Drought Breaker That Sent the Playoffs Spiraling

Ahead of the 2025 Dover race, Kyle Larson's iconic 2019 redemption win is worth looking back at and cherishing.
Kyle Larson

NASCAR Dover Update: Where Can Fans Buy Tickets for Another Weather-Threatened Cup Series Weekend?

Amidst preparations for the upcoming weekend in Dover, NASCAR fans may be up for a drenched surprise while buying tickets.

Has Bubba Wallace’s Mentee Lost His Credibility With Rick Hendrick?

Amidst a shake-up of young talents in the Truck Series, Bubba Wallace's mentee unexpectedly faces a rift with Rick Hendrick.
Rick Hendrick

NASCAR Dover Weekend Schedule Drops as Denny Hamlin Emerges Favorite to Win

NASCAR’s Dover weekend schedule is out, with Denny Hamlin emerging as the favorite to win the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400.
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NASCAR Dover Fan Guide: Tailgating, Camping, Events, Cooler Policy, Parking & Prohibited Items for the Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 400

Navigate NASCAR’s Monster Mile weekend with our ultimate Dover fan guide - tailgating, camping, parking, events, and more.
NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Wurth 400 May 1, 2023; Dover, Delaware, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Busch (8) leads on a

NASCAR Faces Fan Fury After Revealing Untested Package for Summer Dover Race

Goodyear Tires invents a new compound for the grueling oval track of the Dover Motor Speedway for the Echopark 400 2025.
Goodyear Next Gen Tire NASCAR

SVG Admits to Becoming More Aggressive After Realizing NASCAR’s No-Rules Culture

In a candid conversation with Dale Earnhardt Jr on his recent podcast episode, Shane van Gisbergen breaks down his aggressive approach in racing.
NASCAR driver Shane van Gisbergen

NASCAR Driver Sacked 4 Days Before Dover For Emerging Chevrolet Superstar

A midseason shake-up rocks the Xfinity Series as a Chevrolet-backed rising star takes over the No. 5 entry just four days before Dover.
NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Xfinity Series : July 06 The Loop 110 NASCAR Xfinity Series driver, Shane van Gisbergen races fo

Jimmie Johnson’s NASCAR Driver Warns Ty Dillon as His Cinderella Run Continues in Sonoma

Amidst a rapidly snowballing victory story, Ty Dillon issues another savage statement - only to get trumped by a reply from his new rival.
NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Cup Qualifying Mar 25, 2023; Austin, Texas, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Jimmie Johnson (84) lo

NASCAR Cup Driver Gets Real on $1 Million Bracket Duel With Joe Gibbs’ Grandson at Sonoma

Joe Gibbs Racing driver Ty Gibbs is feeling the heat as pressure mounts in NASCAR’s In-Season Challenge, with a hungry rival closing in.
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Joe Gibbs Put Under Pressure as Martin Truex Jr.’s Brother Makes a Return to NASCAR

Amidst Ryan Truex's return to the Xfinity Series, NASCAR fans bash Joe Gibbs for failing to capture the racing talent.

“RIP Pal”- Veteran Insider’s Sudden Demise Leaves Denny Hamlin & Mike Joy in Mourning

Three time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin mourns demise of NASCAR's biggest fan who once got a lesson from Richard Petty
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NASCAR Hypes Up New Fans Hunt as Monster Mile Readies 600 Tonnes of Sand in Jaw-Dropping Twist

Ahead of NASCAR's yearly visit to the Monster Mile, track officials are announcing a special 'beachy' touch for fans.
NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Wurth 400 May 1, 2023; Dover, Delaware, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Busch (8) leads on a

Dale Jr.’s Wife Amy Lets Loose on Husband’s Elvis Presley Obsession

Dale Jr.'s wife Amy playfully challenges his Elvis obsession, hinting at changes to his beloved shrine in their home.
Dale Earnhardt Jr, Amy Earnhardt

NASCAR’s Monster Mile Breaks Traditions, Drops Game-Changing Fan Bombshell Before Atlanta Showdown

The Daytona race has set the tone for the the entire 2025 season and you might be wondering how you can elevate your experience

Ex-DEI Veteran Reminisces Dale Earnhardt Jr’s Iconic ‘9/11’ Victory That United the Nation

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is credited to be the driver who played a big role in uniting the NASCAR world after the tragic 2001 events.
NORTH WILKESBORO, NC – AUGUST 31: Dale Earnhardt Jr. (3) straps on his helmet before the Cars Tour LMSC 125 on Aug 31, 2

Disappointed NASCAR Fans Slam 2025 Cup Series Schedule as ‘Chaos in a New Form’

With the 2025 Cup Series schedule leaked, NASCAR fans expressed their apprehension considering the flaws in the lineup.
NASCAR fans

Unwelcome at JGR, Martin Truex Jr.’s Aggrieved Brother Makes Disheartening Revelation in 9 Words

Martin Truex Jr.'s brother, Ryan, dominates the Daytona Xfinity Series race! Can he overcome his setbacks and land a coveted NASCAR seat?
NASCAR: Cup Practice & Qualifying

Kyle Busch Teases NASCAR Revival With a Last-Minute Comeback as Son Brexton Dominates Dirt Racing Getaway

9-YO Brexton Busch shines at Millbridge Speedway, following in dad Kyle's footsteps. But Rowdy's Cup career faces a big challenge on Sunday.
TALLADEGA, AL – APRIL 23: Kyle Busch ( 8 McLaren Custom Grills Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet) and son Brexton shake

“Should be Fired”: NASCAR’s Crowd Management Failure In Delayed Michigan Showdown Gets Fans Livid

Another shortcoming of NASCAR this weekend at Michigan International Speedway around crowd mismanagement is glaring at the sport's future.
NASCAR: FireKeepers Casino 400

Can Chris Buescher Recreate His Daytona Heroics to Crush Bubba Wallace’s Playoff Hopes

23XI Racing star driver Bubba Wallace's chance of making the playoffs could be foiled by his rival Chris Buescher in the upcoming races.
Bubba Wallace, Chris Buescher

“Goodyear Would Get So Mad” ”“ Dale Earnhardt Jr Comes Clean on His ‘Hate’ Towards Denny Hamlin’s Next-Gen Stronghold

Recently, Dale Earnhardt Jr spoke about his inherent dislike for a particular kind of track surface, one that Denny Hamlin often excelled at
Dale Earnhardt Jr, Denny Hamlin

About Dover International Speedway

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Dover International Speedway- 2021 Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Track

Dover International Speedway (once in the past Dover Downs International Speedway) is a race track in Dover, Delaware, United States.

The track has facilitated one NASCAR Cup Series race every year since 1969, including two every year from 1971 to 2020. Notwithstanding NASCAR, the track has likewise facilitated races for USAC and the Indy Racing League.

The track highlights one format, a 1 mile (1.6 km) solid oval, with 24° banking in the turns and 9° banking on the straights. The speedway is possessed and worked by Dover Motorsports.

History

Nicknamed "The Monster Mile," the track was built in 1969 by Melvin Joseph of Melvin L. Joseph Construction Company, Inc., with asphalt; however, it was supplanted with concrete in 1995.

After six years in 2001, the track's ability expanded to 135,000 seats, giving the track the biggest seating limit of any games setting in the mid-Atlantic district. In 2002, the name changed to Dover International Speedway from Dover Downs International Speedway after Dover Downs Gaming and Entertainment split, forming Dover Motorsports.

From 2007 to 2009, the speedway chipped away at an improvement project called "The Monster Makeover," which extended offices at the track and also embellished it. Contingent upon design, the track's ability is at 95,500 seats. Its total seating capacity was at 135,000.

In 1966, Melvin L. Joseph Construction Company, Inc. started development on Dover Downs International Speedway for horse and auto racing. The race track was finished three years after the fact, and would have its first race on July 6, 1969. The debut race, known as the Mason-Dixon 300, was won by Richard Petty.

During the 1971 dashing season, the speedway eliminated all the events not authorized by NASCAR to help keep center around the two NASCAR Winston Cup Series races, which were 500 miles each. After eleven years, Dover Downs International Speedway added a NASCAR Budweiser Late Model Sportsman Series (presently Xfinity Series) race, the Sportsman 200.

In 1986, the speedway added 3,200 seats to its 10,333 seat show-off. Dover Downs International Speedway kept adding seats every year until 2001. A second Xfinity Series race was likewise added to the speedway's timetable during the 1986 season.

Miles the Monster

The speedway's mascot is called "Miles the Monster," which is a beast generated from the track's moniker, "The Monster Mile." The beast is included on the champ's trophy, the track's tickets, memorabilia, site, and the 46-foot (14 m) Monster Monument.

A past epithet that the track had was "White Lightning," utilized in the underlying years after the track surface changed from asphalt to concrete.

Quick Facts

Location1131 North Dupont Highway, Dover, Delaware, 19901
OperatorDover Motorsports
Former NamesDover Downs Int'l Speedway (1969–2002)
Major EventsNASCAR Cup Series

Drydene 400

NASCAR Xfinity Series

Drydene 200

ARCA Menards Series East

General Tire 125

Length1 mi (1.6 km)
Most WinsJimmie Johnson (11)
Most PolesDavid Pearson (6)