Richmond - Cook Out 400

SUNDAY, AUGUST 11 2024 | 6:00 PM ET

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The Cook Out 400 marks the 136th Cup race hosted by Richmond Raceway in the series’ history. The .75-mile oval located in Henrico County, Virginia has an asphalt racing surface with 14 degrees of banking in turns 1-4. With 8 degrees on the frontstretch and 2 degrees on the backstretch, this track is similar to an intermediate track but races like a short track. Chris Buescher is the defending winner of the Cook Out 400.

Richmond News

Penalty to No. 3 Cup team upheld after final appeal

Penalty to No. 3 Cup team upheld after final appeal

Ruling from Austin Dillon and Richard Childress Racing's final appeal for the penalties after the Richmond Raceway event.
Penalty to No. 3 Cup team upheld after appeal; spotter suspension reduced to 1 race

Penalty to No. 3 Cup team upheld after appeal; spotter suspension reduced to 1 race

National Motorsports Appeals Panel upholds penalty against Richard Childress Racing No. 3 Cup team after Richmond.
Austin Dillon: Playoffs 'where we deserve to be'; appeal to be heard Wednesday

Austin Dillon: Playoffs 'where we deserve to be'; appeal to be heard Wednesday

Austin Dillon offered his reaction to post-Richmond penalties, and his team's appeal will be heard Wednesday.
The Field of 16: Projecting the Cup Series Playoffs entering Michigan

The Field of 16: Projecting the Cup Series Playoffs entering Michigan

Take a look at Racing Insights' latest Cup Series Playoff projections as the circuit shifts to Michigan on Monday (11 a.m. ET, USA).
Michigan Turning Point: Does Dillon still have realistic path to playoffs?

Michigan Turning Point: Does Dillon still have realistic path to playoffs?

Here's what's happening in the world of NASCAR with Richmond in the rearview mirror and Michigan's race up next Monday (11 a.m. ET, USA).
Drawing and defining the line: Officials step in after last-lap overstep at Richmond

Drawing and defining the line: Officials step in after last-lap overstep at Richmond

NASCAR officials penalized Austin Dillon for his last-lap moves at Richmond, and "the line" of racing behavior added another layer.

Richmond FAQs

How many laps is the Cook Out 400?

Richmond Raceway is .75 miles (1.20 km) long and a 300-mile race that requires 400 laps to complete.

What date is the 2024 Cook Out 400?

Sunday, August 11th

What time is the 2024 Cook Out 400?

The Cook Out 400 will be at 6:00 PM ET.

What channel is the Cook Out 400 on?

The Cook Out 400 start time is 6:00 p.m. ET Sunday, August 11th. USA Network will broadcast the race with radio coverage from MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.

Where is the Cook Out 400 located?

The Cook Out 400 is a 300-mile-long NASCAR Cup Series motor race held at Richmond Raceway in Henrico County, Virginia.

How many miles is the Cook Out 400?

The Cook Out 400 is 300 miles, equating to 482.80 kilometers.

When was the Cook Out 400 first run?

The first Cook Out 400 was run in 1953 with Lee Petty as the winner.

Which driver has the most wins at Richmond?

Richard Petty holds the record for most Richmond victories with 13 wins total.
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