There are a few Virginia drivers who are considered frontrunners for this weekend’s NASCAR races at Martinsville Speedway, featuring the Cup Series and Xfinity Series.
Instead of the usual race weekend schedule, the doubleheader will occur on April 9-10, on Friday and Saturday instead of Saturday and Sunday. Moreover, both races will be held at night, providing an exciting prime-time spectacle under the lights.
The Blue-Emu Maximum Pain Relief 500 on Saturday marks Virginia’s inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race for 2021. Similarly, the Cook Out 250 on Friday signifies the first NASCAR Xfinity Series race in the commonwealth this year.
Race fans in VA will be thrilled to know that the renowned Martinsville Raceway short track will now allow 30% capacity attendance. Last year, due to the pandemic, fans were unable to experience the excitement of the Ridgeway, Virginia racetrack. Consequently, they have eagerly awaited the opportunity to witness the thrilling “Half Mile of Mayhem” in person once more.
As we prepare for an exciting racing weekend in Virginia, it’s natural to wonder who the favorites are. The odds heavily favor experienced veterans and promising prospects, but it’s evident that the oddsmakers anticipate strong performances from some of Virginia’s local talents this weekend.
Xfinity Series, Cup Series, and WynnBET
Virginia is hosting consecutive NASCAR weekends, starting with Martinsville. The following weekend, all eyes will be on Richmond Raceway as it becomes the focal point of the NASCAR world.
While the race fans are present, they will have the opportunity to witness a soft launch of the new WynnBET sponsorship for the two Virginia racetracks.
Naturally, the WynnBET mobile app has been launched in the state. Consequently, all race attendees in VA will have the convenience of placing bets on NASCAR (or any other sports league) directly from their computer or mobile device this weekend, given their physical presence in the state.
In the end, Martinsville Speedway and Richmond Raceway will each feature WynnBET sports-betting lounges. Upon their opening, race spectators will have the opportunity to enjoy the races while keeping tabs on the latest Xfinity Series and Cup Series odds.
If you’re at the racetrack this weekend, brace yourself for an intense marketing and branding experience. WynnBET and the Virginia racetracks are committed to a long-term partnership.
NASCAR Cook Out 250 odds
Some well-known names will have a homecoming at the upcoming races held at Martinsville Raceway this weekend.
On Friday at 8 p.m. on FS1, the Cook Out 250 of the NASCAR Xfinity Series will commence. This race spans 250 laps and covers a distance of 131.2 miles, marking its inaugural appearance on the NASCAR schedule. Previously, Martinsville only hosted a fall race from 1995 to 2020.
The top contenders to win the race are Justin Allgaier with odds of +350 and A.J. Allmendinger with odds of +450.
In the 2021 NASCAR Xfinity Series standings, Jeb Burton from Virginia currently holds the sixth position. Another Virginian racer, Brandon Brown, has been enjoying a remarkable season and currently sits at 11th place. However, Gray Gaulding, a native of Virginia, is currently positioned at 35th place.
Nevertheless, their chances of winning the Cook Out 250 are slim.
| DraftKings | FanDuel | BetMGM | William Hill | BetRivers | WynnBET | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeb Burton | +2500 | +3100 | +2500 | +2800 | +2500 | n/a |
| Brandon Brown | +15000 | +15000 | +15000 | +30000 | +15000 | n/a |
| Gray Gaulding | +25000 | +20000 | +25000 | +100000 | +25000 | n/a |
At FanDuel, those who support Burton with odds of +3,100 would make a profit of $310 from a $10 bet in case of victory. Meanwhile, at William Hill Virginia, Brown bettors with odds of +30,000 would earn $3,000 on a $10 bet. Lastly, at William Hill, a successful Gaulding ticket with odds of +100,000 would be valued at $10,000.
Blue-Emu Maximum Pain Relief 500 odds
On Saturday (7:30 p.m., FS1), the Cup Series will host the Blue-Emu Maximum Pain Relief 500. Among the top contenders for the race are Martin Truex Jr. (+500 at multiple sportsbooks) and Brad Keselowski (+600).
Nevertheless, Virginia’s Denny Hamlin, leading the 2021 Cup Series standings, is not too distant in the race at +750 odds according to William Hill and WynnBET.
From 2008-2010, Hamlin emerged victorious at Martinsville on four occasions and was awarded with a renowned grandfather clock trophy each time. His odds of winning were +750 at William Hill and WynnBET.
However, Hamlin is currently seeking his first triumph at this location since 2015.
On Saturday night, at DraftKings, you have the option to bet on Hamlin not only for his chances of winning, but also for finishing in the top 3 (+200) or top 10 (-286).
Quin Houff, hailing from Weyers Cave in north-central Virginia, currently holds the 31st position in the Cup standings. In his previous two starts at Martinsville, he secured the 33rd and 34th positions. For the upcoming Martinsville race, Houff is an option at odds of up to +150000, allowing bettors to potentially win $15,000 by wagering $10 on him.
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