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ℹ️ About Darlington II
The Darlington II NASCAR Cup race stands as a cornerstone event at the historic Darlington Raceway in South Carolina. This prestigious race covers 367 laps across the 1.366-mile asphalt oval, totaling an impressive 501 miles of intense competition. Darlington Raceway, often called "The Track Too Tough to Tame" and "The Lady in Black," presents drivers with a unique challenge due to its asymmetrical egg-shaped design. The track features different banking in turns 1-2 (25 degrees) versus turns 3-4 (23 degrees), creating a technical driving experience that tests the skills of even the most accomplished NASCAR Cup drivers.
Fans can expect to see top NASCAR Cup competitors like Kyle Larson, Chase Elliott, Denny Hamlin, Ryan Blaney, and Joey Logano battle for position on Darlington's demanding surface. The 2025 race will also feature new team formations, including Zane Smith in the No. 38 for Front Row Motorsports and Riley Herbst driving the No. 35 for 23XI Racing. The abrasive track surface at Darlington Raceway causes significant tire wear, making pit strategy and crew performance critical factors in race outcome.
The Darlington II NASCAR Cup race honors the rich heritage of stock car racing. Darlington Raceway opened in 1950 as NASCAR's first superspeedway, with the Southern 500 serving as its inaugural event. The track's unique shape resulted from builder Harold Brasington working around a minnow pond on the property. Drivers who brush against the wall earn the famous "Darlington Stripe," a badge of honor in NASCAR culture. David Pearson holds the record for most wins at this challenging track with 10 victories.
The race runs with the NASCAR Cup Series rules package and features Goodyear Eagle Speedway Radials as the official tire. With the track's 47,000-person capacity and national TV coverage, the Darlington II NASCAR Cup race delivers pure racing action at one of the sport's most respected venues. This race continues to build on the legacy of Darlington Raceway while creating new chapters in NASCAR Cup competition.
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