Taylor Mayhew Won the Kyle Busch Classic
The driver secured his first ARCA Menards Series West victory after a final-lap pass at The Bullring.
Updated on Oct. 3, 2026 in Motorsports
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Local racing fans saw a dramatic finish at The Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway as Taylor Mayhew climbed from 23rd to take his first career ARCA Menards Series West win. The victory came during the Kyle Busch Classic after a late-race caution sent the field into a one-lap overtime dash.
Why it matters
The result marks a significant breakthrough for Mayhew, who maneuvered through a competitive field on the 0.375-mile short track. Fans who track the development of regional drivers now look toward the season finale at Phoenix Raceway.
Race winner Taylor Mayhew moved from a 23rd-place starting position to secure his first career series win. The victory was finalized after a one-lap overtime sprint on the 0.375-mile track.
The players
Taylor Mayhew
The Chevrolet driver who secured his first ARCA Menards Series West victory at The Bullring.
Robbie Kennealy
The driver who led the race until being passed by Mayhew on the final lap.
Vito Cancilla
A racer who finished fourth in his debut appearance for the series.
The details
Mayhew utilized a bump-and-run maneuver in turn 4 to overtake Robbie Kennealy on the final lap. The overtime finish was triggered by a caution caused by a collision between Trevor Huddleston and Mason Massey. Kennealy finished second, followed by Cole Denton and series debutant Vito Cancilla.
Timeline
October 2, 2026: Taylor Mayhew won the Kyle Busch Classic at The Bullring.
October 17, 2026: The ARCA Menards Series West holds its next race at Phoenix Raceway.
Beyond the Strip
The Kyle Busch Classic serves as a regional precursor to the ARCA Menards Series West finale at Phoenix Raceway. This win marks a notable career milestone for Mayhew as he prepares to transition to the larger track in Arizona later this month.
Traffic around the Las Vegas Motor Speedway area returned to normal following the completion of the Kyle Busch Classic. Racing enthusiasts can look ahead to the next series event, which will be televised from Phoenix Raceway on October 17.
The takeaway
Mayhew managed a successful bump-and-run maneuver to secure his first career win on the Bullring short track. Fans can follow the series progression as drivers prepare for the final race of the season in Phoenix.
What happens next
The ARCA Menards Series West is scheduled to compete at Phoenix Raceway on October 17, 2026.
Further reading
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