Martinsville Speedway, located in Martinsville, Virginia, is the shortest track on the NASCAR Cup Series schedule at just 0.526 miles. Known as “The Paperclip” due to its unique, elongated oval shape with tight, flat turns, Martinsville is famous for its close-quarters racing and physicality. The track features 12-degree banking in the turns and almost flat straights, putting a premium on braking, acceleration, and driver skill. Martinsville is known for intense, bumper-to-bumper action, frequent contact, and strategic pit stops. It hosts two annual Cup races, including the Fall playoff race, making it a critical venue in the championship chase. Its historic, blue-collar atmosphere and challenging layout make Martinsville a fan favorite and a true test of driver grit.