Stats Are Just Numbers - Phoenix Edition

When it comes to the Phoenix International Raceway numbers are just numbers when it comes to certain series at the track. With Kevin Harvick his favorite number is the amount of wins he has at the Phoenix International Raceway. Phoenix has always been a fan favorite and rattle snake favorite also. So if you ever go to this track hopefully you aren't afraid of Snakes. The inaugural race winner here was future NASCAR Hall Of Famer Alan Kulwicki.

Sprint Cup Series Stats at The Phoenix International Raceway

Races - 11

First Winner - Kurt Busch

Most Recent Winner - Kevin Harvick

G.W.C Finishes - 2 (2010 & 2013)

Postponed Races - 0

Most Wins - 3 (Kevin Harvick)

Most Wins by a Team - 4 (Hendrick Motorsports)

Most Manufacturer Wins -8 (Chevrolet)

Repaved and Reconfigured - 2011

Interesting Fact - In 2007, Jeff Gordon wins for the first time at Phoenix from the pole (the first winner from the pole at Phoenix), scoring his 76th NSCS win (tying Dale Earnhardt). After the race, Gordon celebrated with a black flag with the #3 of Earnhardt emblazoned on it.

In 2011 Jeff Gordon snaps a 66 race winless streak (longest of his career) and ties Cale Yarborough with his 83rd career win.

In 2013 Carl Edwards wins in a Subway-sponsored car in the Subway-sponsored race and snaps a 70-race winless streak.

Xfinity Series Stats at The Phoenix International Raceway

Races - 11

First Winner - Greg Biffle

Last Winner - Joey Logano

G.W.C Finishes - 3 Times (2006, 2008, & 2009)

Postponed Races - 0 (2014 Was Shortened Due to Rain)

Most Wins - Kyle Busch (5)

Most Wins by a Team - Joe Gibbs Racing (5)

Most Manufacturer Wins - Toyota (5)

Neat Fact - In 2011 Kyle Busch led all 200 laps from the pole to win, the first time it happened since 2003.