Homestead-Miami Speedway

Homestead-Miami Speedway is a 1.5-mile oval in South Florida that has been the site of some of NASCAR's most dramatic championship moments. From 2002 through 2019, and returning as the Chase finale in 2026, Homestead served as the final race of the season, the stage where titles were decided and legacies cemented. The 18-20 degree progressive banking and the warm Florida temperatures create a surface that produces genuine multi-groove racing, with cars able to run anywhere from the bottom lane to the wall and maintain competitive speed. Homestead rewards long-run consistency and the ability to manage a car as the track changes through the afternoon heat. The championship races here have produced unforgettable moments — Tony Stewart's 2011 title battle with Carl Edwards, the first year of the elimination format in 2014, and years of win-and-you're-in drama. Now as the Chase finale, Homestead carries the weight of deciding a champion through cumulative points, a fitting conclusion for a track that has always rewarded the most complete team.

Written by Richard R. Glover, NASCAR Reference