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Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Managing Editor · St. Paul, MN
Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.
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The NASCAR championship could be decided on Sunday in Virginia. With Kyle Larson building a sizable lead, the reigning champion appears well on his way to successfully defending his title. There are still two races to go, though, and anything can happen at Martinsville Speedway. Nicknamed The Paperclip for its distinct shape, the half-mile track is the smallest on the NASCAR schedule. The penultimate race of the season has often produced iconic finishes and post-race disagreements. The stakes have never been higher, so fireworks can be expected this weekend on NBC. So, what s in store for Martinsville? What s the TV schedule to watch all the action? And who could contend for the win on Sunday? Here’s everything to know for the Xfinity 500. When is the NASCAR race this weekend at Martinsville? Green flag for the Xfinity 500 is set for Sunday, Nov. 1, at 11:09 a.m. PT. Before the race, there will be practice and qualifying sessions. All 37 drivers hit the track
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